Power consumption

In electrical engineering, power consumption refers to the electrical energy over time that must be supplied to an electrical device to maintain its operation.

Related Topics:
Electrical engineering - Electrical energy - Time - Electrical device - Maintain - Operation

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The power consumption is usually a result of power used to perform the intended function of the device plus additional "wasted" power that is dissipated as heat and/or light.

Related Topics:
Function - Dissipate - Heat - Light

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Power consumption is usually measured in units of watts.

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