Data collected by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration shows that remote-sensor systems are just barely more effective at detecting leaks than are passersby.
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RFID News Roundup
NIST study makes the case for RFID forensic evidence management ••• Austrian psychiatric clinic protects staff, patients via Ekahau RTLS ••• Checkpoint Systems donates 650,000 RFID tags to University of Memphis’ AutoID Lab ••• Atlas RFID adds new functionality to Jovix ••• MEPS Real-Time intros RFID-enabled smart drawers for health-care industry ••• Fujitsu Labs develops compact passive UHF RFID tag for metal, ID cards ••• GuestDriven, Estimote deliver beacon solution to hotel industry.
The Next Wave of the Internet of Things Starts With RFID
As we head into the third wave of the IoT, in which everything is connected in an open ecosystem, RFID is emerging as a handy tool for tying objects, systems and networks together in a cost-effective manner.
Lively, Vodafone Join Forces on Safety System for Elders
Using Bluetooth-based motion sensors, a wristwatch and a cellular network connection, Lively hopes to help older adults live independently, while assuring family members of their safety.
Texas Instruments Unveils NFC RFID Sensor Chips, Demo Kit
The new ICs come with a built-in microcontroller and a temperature sensor, and are designed for developers of RFID transponders, as well as appliances or other types of electrical devices.
Swiss Food Co-op Deploys RFID to Automate Shipment Tracking
Thanks to RFID tags attached to returnable containers, Migros’ East Switzerland regional cooperative knows which refrigerated goods are being loaded onto which truck, and can intervene if a mistake is being made, while stores can also access that data to check the status of their orders.
When the IoT Meets the Bank Vault
Using middleware developed for IoT applications, Diebold’s SecureStat merges many security systems into a single IT dashboard.
Audi Launches RFID Deployment for Tracking Assembled Vehicles Worldwide
The carmaker has already installed the system at its Hungarian facility, enabling management to view where each car is in the finishing, storage and shipping processes, and reducing labor for drivers who locate and transport the vehicles.
What the New Bluetooth Low Energy Standard Means for Your Business
On Dec. 3, the Bluetooth Special Interest Group rolled out Specification 4.2, which enables IP addressability and boosts security controls.
The Next Challenge for the RFID Industry: Rapid Growth
The technology adoption life cycle isn’t a smooth upward curve, and that will present problems for users and providers of RFID technologies.
Welsh Museums Deliver Extra Content Via Bluetooth Beacons
National Museum Wales has developed the Culture Beacon app that will be used at numerous museums, castles and schools to present more information to visitors, based on their location.
Welsh Museums Deliver Extra Content Via Bluetooth Beacons
National Museum Wales has developed the Culture Beacon app that will be used at numerous museums, castles and schools to present more information to visitors, based on their location.