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NEWS

RFID-Based Robots Come to the Rescue
German researchers have developed a system enabling robots and humans to use passive RFID tags to map out a disaster area and send information to a command center.

Baggage-Tagging Projects Gaining Altitude
Hong Kong and Las Vegas airports are upgrading and ramping up their RFID bag-tagging efforts.

Airbus Trials Showing Strong Results
The aircraft manufacturer has decided to permanently roll out an RFID application for tracking jigs, and has also launched other RFID pilots for tracking work orders and tools.

Companies, Agencies Use Clandestine RFID Systems to Catch Thieves
The NOX system includes RFID readers embedded in walls, surveillance cameras and—in some cases—luminescent dust to track the movement of personnel and assets.

Aircraft Parts Maker to Use EPC Tags to Track Moisture Exposure
Universal Avionics will install an RFID-based system, designed by University of Arizona students, to track how long moisture-sensitive microchip components are exposed to the air.

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Defense/Aerospace Featured Story

RFID Journal LIVE! Europe 2007 Report
More than 350 professionals gathered in Amsterdam to attend the third annual RFID Journal LIVE! Europe conference and exhibition. View the presentations from the event. PremiumPREMIUM

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OPINIONS

Tracking the RFID Market
By Mark Roberti


RFID Journal is launching a new report to help technology providers and end-user companies better understand the state of the market for RFID products and services.

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Defense/Aerospace Case Study

Nordam Casts a New Mold With RFID
The aircraft parts manufacturer uses RFID to track and monitor its precision molds. PremiumPREMIUM

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Defense/Aerospace Vendor Profile

MTU Examines RFID to Keep Its Production Line Rolling
The German manufacturer simulated an RFID-enabled kanban system to keep parts in stock and to introduce the technology to employees. PremiumPREMIUM

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