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Will today’s technology be able to handle tomorrow’s huge RFID data volumes?
The Future of RFID
Based on the ways in which some businesses are currently using radio frequency identification, we created an image of what the world will look like when the technology becomes ubiquitous, so that companies can plan to seize opportunities as they emerge.
RFID Helps Naval Ships Defend Themselves From Missile Attacks
Lockheed Martin offers RFID functionality with its decoy-launching system, to help international navies ensure they fire the proper rounds.
Retailer Tape à l’Oeil Finds Success With Contactless Loyalty Cards
The system enables French consumers to receive and redeem discounts on purchases via NFC RFID stickers that can be attached to cell phones.
Can RFID Time Race Horses?
Is a portable RFID timing system available that can be used for horse racing? —Name withheld ——— Racetracks are a challenging environment. You have to cope with rain, mud and a wide temperature range, and the system infrastructure needs to accommodate different track...RFID News Roundup
Dash7 Alliance backs Texas Instruments’ new ISO 18000-7 system-on-chip; RTLS vendor Ekahau updates network survey and design software; Smartrac broadens product portfolio with new industrial SmartTopTag; Radianse intros small, inexpensive active-RFID multi-use health-care tag; ENC Inc. announces SAP certification for Raftar RFID-enabled suite; consortium aims to foster standards for satellite personal tracking and messaging devices.
ODIN Forecasts Fast ROI for RFID-based Baggage Handling
In a new report, ODIN Technologies found that six EPC Gen 2 UHF tags had a 100 percent read rate in baggage-tracking tests, and that airlines and airports could recoup their RFID deployment costs within 18 months.
Is RFID Being Used to Track Cigarettes?
Are there any RFID implementation case studies in the tobacco industry? —Name withheld ——— Yes—and we have reported on several of them. Indian cigarette manufacturer ITC markets several cigarette brands. To ensure the quality of its products, the company monitors the...
Centre Pompidou Hopes NFC Will Draw Teens to Art
The French museum’s new Teen Gallery will feature NFC-enabled phones and displays enabling young visitors to interact with the museum and share artwork online with friends.