Effective Distance Calculator

How to Use the Calculator

1. Enter the Transmitter Power in dBm (e.g., -30 dBm for a typical mobile phone).
2. Enter the Receiver Power in dBm (e.g., -90 dBm for a weak signal).
3. Enter the Path Loss Exponent (typically between 2 and 4 for outdoor environments, 2-3 for indoor environments).
4. Click the "Calculate" button to compute the effective distance.
5. The result will be displayed in meters.

Understanding the Formula

The calculator uses the following formula to calculate the effective distance:

Distance = 10^{[(P_T - P_R)/10n]}

Where:

• P_T = Transmitter Power (in dBm)
• P_R = Receiver Power (in dBm)
• n = Path Loss Exponent (dimensionless)

Practical Applications

This calculator is useful for:

• Estimating the coverage area of wireless communication systems.
• Designing wireless networks to ensure adequate signal strength.
• Troubleshooting signal strength issues in existing wireless networks.