How can radio frequency identification technology be utilized to monitor whether a particular piece of data is used? —Name withheld ——— The answer depends on what that information is, and how it is supposed to be utilized. If you have data indicating that a delivery...
Blogger Robin Harris gets his facts wrong about RFID transponders in passports yet again.
We would like to inquire about using RFID to track more than 50,000 gas cylinders, from our filling line to storage, and on to shipping from our premises. We need a full solution and information regarding procedures and prices. Thank you. —Nabil, United Arab Emirates...
What type of information can be stored on an RFID tag? For example, can we store pictures on the tag? —Narges ——— Dear Narges, RFID tags have a very limited amount of memory, because more memory increases tag price. Escort Memory Systems offers the Cobalt series of...
The technology is not only more convenient, but also saves millions of dollars in costs.
What is the effectiveness of currently used RFID tags and interrogators—i.e. the percentage of tags that can be read—when the tags are applied to goods stored or transported on pallets? —Name withheld ——— Interesting question. The answer depends on which tags are...
Robin Harris, a blogger on ZDNet, claims RFID passports will lead to your being captured by a terrorist. He hasn’t got a clue.
Todd Lewan’s recent article about skimming IDs from PASS cards spreads the usual misinformation.
What is the best type of RFID interrogator for tracking the rough location of an active RFID tag within a building? —Chris ——— Chris, There are various types of active tags that employ different air-interface protocols—the language, if you will, that tags and readers...
How can I obtain prices on the equipment I am looking for? —Name withheld ——— Most companies don't publish list prices on their Web sites, though you can get some pricing information from third-party Web sites, such as BuyRFID and rfidusa.com. Pricing depends heavily...
Some apparel retailers are apparently confusing RFID and electronic article surveillance solutions.
A Time magazine article praises ClearCount’s smart sponges for their ability to reduce the number of sponges left in patients.