Table 2 Transmission link power consumption composition analysis.

From: 5G-based SharkNet protocol adaptation and wireless communication links

Component

Operating mode

Power consumption

Raspberry Pi 4B

Active mode

Approx. 3.0–7.0 W (depending on load)

Idle mode

Approx. 0.8–2.0W

RM500U-CN 5G module

Active mode

Approx. 2.4–4.2W

PSM mode

Approx. 13.69mW