This article explores the intriguing world of cryptocurrency mining, focusing on the physics behind it. Just like gold mining, crypto mining requires significant computational effort and energy. The author shares a hands-on experiment using a Raspberry Pi to mine Monero, highlighting the energy consumption and heat output during the process. Surprisingly, the mining results in ...
The profit margins in crypto mining hinge on the interplay between computer physics and energy conversion. Like gold mining, early cryptocurrencies are easier to mine while later ones demand increased computational power. Using a Raspberry Pi to mine Monero offers a hands-on understanding of the process. This small computer uses about 3.1 watts of power, ...
After monitoring a Raspberry Pi running a crypto miner for 12 hours, it was found that the water temperature increased steadily, indicating a rise in thermal energy. The energy cost of mining was calculated at about 0.41 cents, while the miner produced only 0.0012 cents worth of cryptocurrency. This raises questions about the profitability of ...
