Working of Bluetooth
Bluetooth is a wireless communication technology used to exchange data over short distances using
radio waves. It is commonly used in mobile phones, headphones, laptops, speakers, and many
smart devices.
1. Frequency and Range
- Bluetooth works in the 2.4 GHz ISM band.
- Typical range: 10 meters to 100 meters depending on the version and device class.
2. Pairing Devices
- One device searches (Scanning Mode).
- The other becomes discoverable (Advertising Mode).
- They exchange unique addresses and keys to establish a secure connection.
3. Creating a Piconet
- One device becomes the Master, others are Slaves.
- A group of connected devices is called a Piconet.
- The master controls the communication timing.
4. Data Transmission
- Bluetooth uses Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS), changing frequency 1,600 times per
second.
- Data is sent in small packets using L2CAP (Logical Link Control and Adaptation Protocol).
5. Bluetooth Versions
- Bluetooth 2.0/3.0: Basic data transfer.
- Bluetooth 4.0 (BLE): Low energy use.
- Bluetooth 5.0+: Faster, longer range, used in IoT.
Applications of Bluetooth
- Wireless audio (headphones, speakers)
- File sharing
- Wireless mouse/keyboard
- IoT devices (smart bulbs, fitness trackers)
- Car systems (hands-free calling)
Key Technologies Behind Bluetooth
- Radio Waves: Carry signals between devices
- Frequency Hopping: Avoids interference
- Pairing: Secures the connection
- Piconet: Organizes connected devices
- Encryption: Ensures safe communication