
RFID = Radio-frequency identification.
Purpose
Help to pass information more faster in the speed of less then 1 sec
Link which help to explain more :
http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-4421307986351726801
(Source: Intermec University)
How RFID could be used in our homes: RFID Smart Homes
http://www.yourtechtv.com/viewVideo.php?video_id=216
(Source: YouTech TV.com)
World’s First Oceanarium RFID System:
http://www.underwaterworld.com.sg/news.htm
(Source: Underwater World Singapore)
Basic Component of RFID :
- RFID Tag
- RFID Reader
- RFID Tag
RFID Tag
It consist of 3 essential element,
- Antenna - used to transmit data
- Integrated circuit - microprocessor used to process in-coming and out-going information
- Memory - store Data
It had 3 type of tag,
- Passive - No battery,Small,Cheaper,Power through radio frequency,Short range
- Active - Battery Needed,Expensive,Big in Size,Long range(up to 1.5km),Life span base on Battery
- Semi-Active - Battery assisted,Combination of Passive and Active
RFID Reader
The purpose of having RFID Reader is to transmit and receive radio frequency waves to and from the RFID tags and it consist of 2 element,the Antenna and Electronics Circuits
Resourses : EI RFID Elective Module lecture slide (1RFID-Introduction powerpoint slide)