How Can Passive RFID Control Traffic Signals?

Are passive UHF systems being used on public roads? —Name withheld ——— Most of the solutions tested for traffic control have either been active RFID systems that leverage existing toll-collection tags, or longer-range, semi-passive tags. I am unaware of any passive...

What Is the Revenue Base for Tracking Hotel Linens Via RFID?

How much are we talking about for, say, the next five years? —Name withheld ——— To be honest, I have no idea. In fact, I don’t think anyone really does. At present, very few hotels are tracking linens via radio frequency identification. If RFID takes off in...

Can RFID Reduce Instances of Lost Luggage?

Is this airport application one that radio frequency identification can help to improve? —Name withheld ——— Yes, it definitely is. According to SITA, an organization focused on IT systems for the airline industry, 25.8 million bags were mishandled in 2011—a...

Tools for UHF Deployments

A video shot at our London event shows how the Power Mapper and Power Ranger, from ePix Ltd., can help you “see” radio waves.

Tools for UHF Deployments

A video shot at our London event shows how the Power Mapper and Power Ranger, from ePix Ltd., can help you “see” radio waves.

Where Can I Find Angel Investors Who Favor RFID Deals?

Are there any companies looking to invest in the technology? —Name withheld ——— I think all of the RFID angel investors might be in Heaven, unfortunately. Since the market has been soft for the past few years, not many firms are currently looking to invest in radio...

Can RFID Track Intravenous Fluid Flow?

Are there any tags, sensors or other equipment available that could monitor the drip-flow rate of IV fluids being injected into a person’s body, and to issue alarms if the fluids cease to be injected? —Name withheld ——— I am unaware of any RFID-related products...