Wednesday, July 01, 2009

RFID Case Study Video for American Apparel

Avery Dennison presents the benefits of RFID application at retailer American Apparel, who has seen success with item inventory availability. A case study video is available. ...

... "American Apparel RFID inventory management pilot stores have achieved the Holy Grail of retail—99 % on-floor availability of all the items stocked. " ...


Via Avery Dennison: Radio Frequency Identification Case Study

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Saturday, March 14, 2009

BMW RFID

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Sunday, January 11, 2009

IBM RFID Shopping

Commercial by IBM illustrates RFID shopping ...

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Saturday, October 25, 2008

RFID in Manufacturing

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Sunday, October 19, 2008

RFID Gate Detection

Sensimesh RFID Gate demo ...

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Monday, October 13, 2008

RFID Verification

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Friday, October 10, 2008

ODIN RFID Implementation

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Friday, October 03, 2008

Metal-Mounted RFID Tags

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Saturday, September 27, 2008

RFID Tool Crib Portal

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Tuesday, September 16, 2008

Supply Chain RFID

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Saturday, September 13, 2008

Nordic RFID Data Collection

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Monday, September 08, 2008

TikiTag RFID Explained

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Saturday, September 06, 2008

RFID Porsche Demo

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Tuesday, September 02, 2008

Mythbusters RFID

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Friday, August 22, 2008

Human RFID Chipping

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Tuesday, August 19, 2008

Albrecht RFID Interview

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Sunday, August 10, 2008

RFID Nazbatag Book Demonstration

Book reading is demonstrated ...

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Wednesday, July 16, 2008

Michelangelo RFID



New Prosthetic Hand: "Unlike similar models that allowed gripping with just the thumb and one or two fingers, the i-LIMB allows a user to grab something with all five. "

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Sunday, June 15, 2008

RFID Credit Card Threats

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Thursday, June 12, 2008

UHF RFID Sorting Demo

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Sunday, June 08, 2008

RFID Phidget Door Demo



Phidgets USB Interfaces: "Phidgets are a set of plug and play building blocks for low cost USB sensing ... "

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Sunday, June 01, 2008

iRobot RFID Flexstack

Boston Engineering demo ...

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Thursday, May 29, 2008

Nokia RFID Retail Pilot

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Wednesday, May 21, 2008

Metro RFID Future Card

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Monday, May 19, 2008

Vehicle RFID Demo

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Friday, May 16, 2008

RFID Skimming Demo

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Sunday, May 04, 2008

Sticky RFID Demo

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Tuesday, April 29, 2008

Biometrics RFID

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Saturday, April 26, 2008

Was ist RFID

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Monday, April 14, 2008

RFID Credit Card Hacks

Boing-Boing demonstrates hacking of RFID credit cards ...

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Thursday, April 03, 2008

Biometric RFID Future Scenarios

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Friday, March 28, 2008

UHF Item-Level RFID for Pharma Supply Chain

RFID in the pharmaceutical supply chain ...

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Thursday, March 13, 2008

RFID Cellphone NFC Hotel Checkin Scenario

Mobile RFID scenario by VingCard ...

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Thursday, March 06, 2008

Pharma RFID Item Tracking

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Thursday, February 14, 2008

RFID Trailer Tracking Simulation

Trailer tracking using RFID technology is simulated in this video. ...

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Sunday, February 10, 2008

RFID Self Checkout Discussion

Self checkout system at library is discussed. ...

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Wednesday, January 30, 2008

RFID How It Works





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Monday, January 21, 2008

RFID Future Identification Scenario

Future scenarios discussed using RFID and other identification technologies. ...





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Sunday, January 20, 2008

Ebert OReilly RFID Implants

Roger Ebert and Bill O'Reilly discussion on RFID human implantation. ...





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Monday, January 07, 2008

Taiwan RFID Library Implementation

Taipei Public Library System implements RFID technology in its branches. ...











Insights on Taiwan's Open Book Intelligent Library.



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Saturday, January 05, 2008

Walmart RFID Standards Discussed

The RFID standards at Walmart are discussed at academic laboratory in the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. ...









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Wednesday, January 02, 2008

RFID Blocking Sleeve for ePassport or CreditCard

Blocking sleeve prevents RFID chip from activating on electronic passports or credit cards. ...





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Monday, December 31, 2007

Metro Group RFID Shopping Experience

Video simulation of the RFID shopping experience at Metro AG. ...





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Tuesday, December 18, 2007

Walmart RFID Standards Reviewed

RFID Standards at Wal-mart are discussed in this vid. ...

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Wednesday, December 05, 2007

Implant RFID Featured For Diabetics

Verichip implantable RFID chip is featured on FoxNews for use in glucose monitoring in diabetics.

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Friday, November 16, 2007

RFID Vehicle Identification in China Car Park

Tagmaster RFID vehicle identification is demonstrated in Chinese car park. ...









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Saturday, October 27, 2007

RFID Anti-Collision Handheld Demo

Demonstration of RFID handheld reader and its ability to deal with anti-collision as its reads multiple tags. ...








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Wednesday, September 12, 2007

Metro RFID Future Store Initiative

Nice video of Metro Group's Future Store Initiative that relies on RFID for supply chain visibility. ...

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Saturday, June 30, 2007

RFID Portal Identifies Liquid Containers

Video demonstrates identification of containers as they glide through an RFID portal. ...

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Saturday, April 21, 2007

RFID Hammer Tracking System Integrates GIS and Sensors

Army RFID research looks to improve the understanding of rapidly changing conditions in real-time using RFID, geographic information, and multiple sensor perspectives. ...

RFID Hammer system research by US Army

... "The HAMMERTM is modular in design. The technology may be configurable to accommodate a variety of plug and play components, wireless sensors (e.g., seismic, thermal, acoustic, temperature, chemical), and other peripherals via conventional connections (e.g., USB 2.0, LEMOTM). The core unit includes a computer running a WindowsTM XP operating system, which allows secure and encrypted robust computing and 80 GB of data storage capacity. An embedded ArcGISTM software platform allows for integrated complex geographical information system (GIS) analysis. Base unit features include: position acquisition as well as stand-off positioning; distance, pitch, and roll measurements; and still and video processing. Users can collect data instantly via the a rapid event-capture trigger. Additional functions may include night vision, image stabilization and video pattern registration, voice recognition software, and biometrics for secure operations. Voice annotations, as well as audio communications, may be achieved through a wireless, hands-free, headset. A marking/tracking system may be used to mark and monitor dynamic situations and events across diverse landscapes, via active and/or passive Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) tags and hybrid bar code/RFID labels. " ...


Via US Army ERDC: HAMMER (Hand-held Apparatus for Mobile Mapping and Expedited Reporting)

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Sunday, February 25, 2007

IBM RFID Video: Shopping Scenario

IBM commercial illustrates RFID shopping experience ...

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Saturday, July 22, 2006

RFID Video Gaming Integration ...

Mattel integrates RFID technology to enhance the gaming experience. ...

... "This fall Mattel will release a hybrid video gaming system utilizing CD-ROM and RFID technology that is targeted at tweens. HyperScan, as the system will be called, combines video gaming and card collecting in one device. " ...

RFID Video Gaming Integration: Via Fast Company ...

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RFID Guardian Portable Personal Detection ...

See Demo video of the Guardian in action. ...

... "The RFID Guardian is meant for personal use; it manages the RFID tags within physical proximity of a person (as opposed to managing RFID tags owned by the person, that are left at home). The RFID Guardian is portable. It should be PDA-sized, or better yet, could be integrated into a handheld computer or cellphone. " ...

RFID Guardian Portable Personal Detection: Via Faculty of Science : Vrije Universiteit ...

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Monday, March 20, 2006

RFID Discover Wall: Product Information Pieces ...

Umpqua Bank plans RFID-enabled product information pieces built into its RFID Discover Wall concept. ...

... "In addition, Umpqua's neighborhood stores will feature a Discover Wall. This one-of-a-kind interactive, multi-screen display covers an entire store wall and will deliver a choreographed video experience to customers. Using Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) tags embedded in product information pieces, the Discover Wall will respond to areas of customer interest with personalized information and direct customers to more in-depth information and financial tools on nearby tablet PCs and displays. For example, if a customer is interested in buying a home, the Discover Wall will present information about area home prices, and Umpqua's available mortgage products. The neighborhood store concept grew from Umpqua's belief that it's possible to create community and foster connections between businesses, organizations and consumers by offering a thoughtful combination of products, services, information and resources. The stores are an extension of Umpqua's commitment to community banking. " ...

RFID Discover Wall: Product Information Pieces: Via Umpqua Bank: Umpqua Bank Unveils New Store Concept: Neighborhood Store Design Revolutionizes Approach to Construction and Cost, Enhances Customer Experience ...

Umpqua Bank, headquartered in Roseburg, Ore., is a subsidiary of Umpqua Holdings Corporation and has 95 locations between Sacramento, Calif. and Bellevue, Wash., along the Oregon and Northern California Coast and in Central Oregon. Umpqua Bank's hometown is Roseburg, Ore., where it was established in 1953. Recently recognized as the most admired banking services company in Oregon by Oregon executives, and by BusinessWeek magazine as one of the "best ideas" of 2005, Umpqua Bank continues to gain attention for its innovative customer experience. Umpqua Holdings also owns retail brokerage subsidiary Strand, Atkinson, Williams & York, Inc., which has locations in Umpqua Bank stores and in dedicated offices throughout Oregon and Southwest Washington. Umpqua Bank's Private Client Services Division provides tailored financial services and products to individual customers. Umpqua Holdings Corporation is headquartered in Portland, Ore.

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Wednesday, March 08, 2006

RFID for Commercial Vehicle Fleets ...

Partners collaborate on RFID technology solutions for commercial vehicle applications, such as data collection devices. ...

... "AXCESS International Inc. and STEMCO LP announced a recently-signed business agreement between their companies to work together in the development of RFID based solutions for heavy-duty commercial vehicle fleets. These solutions will utilize semi-active tag technology and hardware from AXCESS that will be seamlessly integrated with STEMCO's BAT RF active RFID mileage and tire pressure data collection sensors. Future products utilizing these combined capabilities are in development and planned for release in 2007. AXCESS' patented ActiveTag RFID systems use small, battery powered tags (generically called semi-active tags) that when automatically activated, transmit a wireless message typically 30 to 100 feet to hidden palm size receivers. The receivers are connected via standard network simultaneously to the enterprise system software, the existing security alarm equipment, and standalone management software. Optionally, the tag system can be used to trigger security video recording and live remote video transmission. The tags are used for a variety of enterprise productivity applications including automatic personnel access control and tracking, automatic vehicle access control and payload management, automatic asset management and protection, as well as special purpose sensing. " ...

RFID for Commercial Vehicle Fleets: Via Axcess: STEMCO LP and AXCESS Sign Business Agreement ...

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Monday, December 12, 2005

Cognio RFID Spectrum Analysis: Wireless Management ...

Cognio expands its technology for spectrum analysis to support wireless management of RFID devices. ...

... "The unlicensed bands are becoming increasingly congested as more devices, and types of devices, are now available and in use. Wireless networks are also proliferating at a staggering rate, with the leading networks leveraging the unlicensed band for RFID and WiFi. This makes managing these networks and devices challenging for wireless IT managers as they operate in the most difficult spectrum to control -- the unlicensed spectrum, where these networks must compete for resources with other devices that use these frequencies. To combat the growing problem, network professionals need tools that can quickly troubleshoot the physical layer. For RFID networks, the need is to be able to determine whether there are interfering devices and to test to verify the power transmitting from RFID readers as either can significantly undermine network availability and reliability. For WiFi, the problem is to ensure that connectivity problems are not being caused by physical layer problems. In both cases, Spectrum Expert solves these problems by enabling wireless IT manager to identify and locate interfering devices quickly before they can bring down or impact the network. " ...

Cognio RFID Spectrum Analysis: Wireless Management: Via Cognio: Cognio Expands Spectrum Expert Product Family to Include RFID Product ...

Additional resources on RFID spectrum analysis:

Tektronix: Applications > RF > RFID: "The main purpose of this application note is to demonstrate using a Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer to evaluate an RFID system's compliance to ISO/IEC standards as well as government regulations regarding intentional transmitters (i.e. FCC 47 part 15, ARIB STD-T82, and EN 300 330)."

Real-Time Spectrum Analysis In RFID Testing About RFID Transmission protocols Real time spectrum analysis: "The testing requirements for RFID signals cover not only the traditional RF measurements of frequency, spectral emissions, power and power versus time (because of the time-varying nature of the signal) but also analysis of the short bursts of modulation. The situation is further complicated by the fact that signals are present only for a short time, have vastly differing power levels and could even be frequency-hopping."

Spectrum Analyzer measures 3 distinct frequency bands., Berkeley Varitronics System: "Interfacing with iPAQ PocketPC, RF-calibrated BumbleBee measures 2.400-2.500 GHz, 5.150-5.900 GHz, and FCC designated Public Safety band of 4.940-4.990 GHz. Spectrum analysis features include 3 waveform traces, peak hold, peak search, and user-selectable packet/interference triggers. Unit allows on-the-fly switching of bands for real-time spectral analysis of wireless standards including RFID, VoIP, 802.11, cordless phones/ video, and broadband public safety data networks."

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Sunday, November 06, 2005

RFID NFC Near Field Communication Transform Commerce ...

RFID NFC Near Field Communication Transform Commerce: Via ABI Research: ABI Research Sees Three Critical Years for Near-Field Communications ...

... "Near Field Communications (NFC) applications will transform consumer commerce, connectivity and content consumption, beginning with trials through 2006 and volume deployments into 2007, according to a new study from ABI Research. NFC, a short-range contactless communications protocol, enables easy-to-use, secure Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity between devices. It provides high-bandwidth content acquisition and transfer, contactless payment capability and smart object interaction. That means, for instance, interactive advertising posters and kiosks, instant ticketing, and transmitting audio, video and pictures. NFC brings convenience to increasingly connected digital consumers. " ...

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Wednesday, October 05, 2005

RFID Fish Location Tracking

RFID Fish Location Tracking: NY Scientists Track Sturgeon With GPS, RFID ...

K.C. Jones writes about New York State scientists placing radio frequency identification, or RFID tags, on fish to monitor the underwater ecosystem ...

... "The state's Hudson River Estuary research program is one of dozens across the nation in which environmentalists and scientists are using RFID tags, sonic transmitters, antennae, GPS, video, phones and other technology to study underwater ecosystems. " ...

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Saturday, August 13, 2005

RFID Access Control Enhancements ...

RFID Access Control Enhancements: Via TSA: Transportation Security Administration: TSA to Introduce New Technology for Access Control Enhancements ...

... "These programs will deploy various technologies, including state-of-the-art video surveillance, Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) cards, iris scan readers, and hand geometry readers to protect against unwanted guests going to secure areas of the airport, Admiral Stone said. " ...

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Thursday, August 04, 2005

Revenue Driven By RFID Projects ...

Revenue Driven By RFID Projects: WFI: Wireless Facilities Reports Second Quarter Results

... "Increased revenues in the second quarter of 2005 were primarily driven by growth in WFI's government division as a result of increased demand for engineering services from the Department of Defense, new work on logistics and RFID related projects, and continued momentum in the Company's homeland security initiative. Increased demand in the enterprise division for video surveillance systems also contributed to year over year second quarter growth. " ...


Headquartered in San Diego, CA, Wireless Facilities, Inc. is an independent provider of systems engineering, network services and technical outsourcing for the world's largest wireless carriers, enterprise customers and for government agencies. The Company provides the design, deployment, integration, and the overall management of wired and wireless networks which deliver voice and data communication, and which support advanced security systems. WFI has performed work in over 100 countries since its founding in 1994.

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Monday, July 11, 2005

DHS DCRSC RFID Rail Security Project ...

DHS DCRSC RFID Rail Security Project: Epsilon Systems Solutions, Inc. Awarded Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Washington D.C. Rail Security Corridor (DCRSC) Contract: Epsilon Systems Solutions, Inc.

... "The DCRSC contract awarded by DHS has a value of $9.8 million and includes integration of several surveillance technologies, including intelligent video and radio frequency identification (RFID). Epsilon's Marine, Industrial and Security Technology Sector has supported DHS since early 2004 with installation of buffer zone surveillance systems at chemical plants throughout the country. The Epsilon team for the DCRSC Project includes Duos Technologies, Inc. (Duos), headquartered in Jacksonville, FL. " ...


Epsilon is a diversified contracting services firm providing innovative technical and operational solutions to its government, commercial and non-profit clients. The company has a national presence, supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Energy, Department of the Interior and prime contractors nationwide. Epsilon’s Nuclear Operations and Environmental Services Division, headquartered in Albuquerque, New Mexico provides services to customers in California, Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, Texas, and Washington. Epsilon offers Marine & Security Services in Portsmouth, VA, San Diego, CA and Pearl Harbor, HI. Its offices in the field of Information Technology and Communications include San Diego, CA and Arlington, VA.

Since 1990, Duos Technologies, Inc. has provided quality intelligent video, automation, information technology, and engineering services to a broad range of clientele. Duos specializes in providing automated systems with an emphasis on process controls, homeland security solutions, including intelligent digital video, instrumentation, and information technology services.

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Saturday, July 09, 2005

RFID Vehicle Safety Recommendation

RFID Vehicle Safety Recommendation: Massachusetts FACE Report No. 01MA039

... "As in this case and many other cases, the police reported that the truck operator stated he did not see the victim behind the truck. New technologies that are both currently available and still in the research phase, such as video cameras, fiber optic systems and radio frequency identification (RFID) tags and tag readers, should be evaluated by equipment manufacturers. Video cameras and fiber optic systems would be mounted at the rear of the equipment, or at a blind spot, and a monitor would be placed inside the operator's area giving the operator an unobstructed view of the area around the rear of the vehicle. The RFID system has each worker on foot wearing a small RFID tag and a tag reader mounted in the equipment. When a tag is sensed within the tag reader's sensing range, the equipment operator receives a warning. " ...

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Friday, July 08, 2005

RFID Airport Access Control Pilots ...

RFID Airport Access Control Pilots: TSA | Transportation Security Administration | TSA to Introduce New Technology for Access Control Enhancements

... "TSA will pilot the technologies in five international airports: Boston's Logan, New York's John F. Kennedy, Denver, Orlando and Salt Lake City. The technology will be deployed in June 2005 and the field tests will run through summer 2005. These programs will deploy various technologies, including state-of-the-art video surveillance, Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) cards, iris scan readers, and hand geometry readers to protect against unwanted guests going to secure areas of the airport, Admiral Stone said. " ...

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Sunday, June 12, 2005

RFID Discovery Group Meeting: June 29 Arlington VA

RFID Discovery Group Meeting: June 29: Consumer Electronics Association: CEA AND JEDEC COSPONSOR DISCOVERY GROUP MEETING ON RFID: Meeting will explore existing standards, applications and new initiatives of RFID ...

... "The JEDEC Solid State Technology Association and the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) will cosponsor a Discovery Group meeting on Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Standardization for Supply Chain Management on June 29, 2005 in conference room A of the CEA and JEDEC headquarters in Arlington, Va. RFID is a generic term for technologies that use radio waves to identify people or objects. It is used for everything from tracking pets to tracking equipment or goods within supply chains. All parties interested in RFID, as it relates to the electronics industry, are invited to attend. " ...


The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) is the preeminent trade association promoting growth in the consumer technology industry through technology policy, events, research, promotion and the fostering of business and strategic relationships. CEA represents more than 2,000 corporate members involved in the design, development, manufacturing, distribution and integration of audio, video, mobile electronics, wireless and landline communications, information technology, home networking, multimedia and accessory products, as well as related services that are sold through consumer channels. Combined, CEA's members account for more than $121 billion in annual sales.

JEDEC is the leading developer of standards for the solid-state industry. Almost 2400 participants, appointed by some 270 companies, work together in 50 JEDEC committees to meet the needs of every segment of the industry-manufacturers and consumers alike. The publications and standards that they generate are accepted throughout the world. All JEDEC standards are available online, at no charge.

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Tuesday, May 31, 2005

RFID Biometric Access Control: High Security Environments ...

RFID Biometric Access Control: High Security Environments: BioSecurIT Announces First Customer – The Federal Aviation Administration – to Secure Facilities Using Biometric Access Controls ...

... "BioSecurIT, Inc., a newly established manufacturer of systems for high security environments employing integrated biometrics, high resolution digital video, voice, RFID, and secure archiving, today announced that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) today took delivery of BioSecurIT's first SentryPort system. SentryPort makes certain that persons attempting to gain access to secure facilities actually are who they purport to be and are permitted to access the area. SentryPort uses unique biometric traits to confirm the identity of individuals, eliminating the possibility that a lost, stolen, duplicated, or transferred ID card could be used for unauthorized access." ...


BioSecurIT, Inc. is a manufacturer of access control, surveillance, threat prediction, and investigation systems for high security environments employing integrated biometrics, high resolution digital video, voice, RFID, and secure archiving. The Federal Aviation Administration is a unit of the U. S. Department of Transportation that is responsible for the safety of civil aviation. Among its duties are safety regulation, airspace and air traffic management, air navigation, civil aviation abroad, commercial space transportation, aircraft registration, and research, engineering, and development related to aviation.

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Wednesday, May 11, 2005

RFID Venture Capital Investments ...

Industry Heavyweights Join Forces at Sennari to Solve Mobile Carriers' Biggest Problem: Senior executives create mobile loyalty services firm, attract over $2 million in Series A seed financing from investors ...

... "Novak Biddle Venture Partners, located in Bethesda, Maryland is a leading early stage venture capital firm focused on unique, cutting-edge technology investments. With over $350 million under management, Novak Biddle operates four venture funds that currently provide equity financing and management assistance to 31 portfolio companies. Novak Biddle continues to seek business situations where the combination of ideas, dollars, experience, and relationships can create long term, sustainable value. A sampling of companies funded by Novak Biddle include: RFID first-mover Matrics, VOIP trailblazer Telogy, education technology leader Blackboard Inc. and intelligent video surveillance pioneer ObjectVideo. " ...


Sennari provides mobile carriers, game publishers, music and video publishers and other content based entertainment companies with solutions for maintaining customer loyalty, reducing churn and creating new revenue streams.

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Sunday, May 08, 2005

RFID Readers: Where Headed? ...

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... "Experts predict Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology will replace the bar code in the next decade, because of the efficiencies it creates. Unlike bar codes, RFID tags can be made in tiny formats, some no larger than a grain of salt, and the tags don't have to be manually scanned. Instead, RFID tags send out a radio signal that can be captured at a distance and at indirect angles by RFID readers, eliminating the need for an employee with a hand-held scanner to read a label. Retailers and manufacturers hope to save millions by automating the shipping and inventory process and reducing theft using RFID. In late August 2003, Wal-Mart announced it would require its top 100 suppliers to put RFID tags on all pallets and cases of shipped products by January 2005 and require the rest of its suppliers to begin using RFID tags by 2006. Privacy advocates fear RFID will become as omnipresent as video surveillance and give marketers another method of tracking people's movements and shopping behaviors. " ...

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Wednesday, April 27, 2005

RFID Technology: Where Headed ...

Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Technology – Where Is It Headed? ...

... "Experts predict Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technologywill replace the bar code in the next decade, because of the efficiencies it creates. Unlike bar codes, RFID tags can be made in tiny formats, some no larger than a grain of salt, and the tags don't have to be manually scanned. Instead, RFID tags send out a radio signal that can be captured at a distance and at indirect angles by RFID readers, eliminating the need for an employee with a hand-held scanner to read a label. Retailers and manufacturers hope to save millions by automating the shipping and inventory process and reducing theft using RFID. In late August 2003, Wal-Mart announced it would require its top 100 suppliers to put RFID tags on all pallets and cases of shipped products by January 2005 and require the rest of its suppliers to begin using RFID tags by 2006. Privacy advocates fear RFID will become as omnipresent as video surveillance and give marketers another method of tracking people's movements and shopping behaviors. " ...

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Wednesday, April 20, 2005

RFID Airport Access Control ...

RFID Airport Access Control: AXCESS' RFID Vehicle Access Control System Installed at JFK International Airport ...

AXCESS RFID tag system is being used for airport access control purposes ...

... AXCESS International Inc. (OTCBB: AXSI .OB), a leading provider of Active Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) systems today announced its wireless tagging system, ActiveTag™, is being used at JFK International Airport by food service companies to automatically control vehicle access, increase efficiency and improve the safety of the drivers. The system, installed by Digital Watchguard, provides automatic identification and validation of authorized trucks, thereby improving security and safety, while reducing the time it takes to enter the facility. ...


AXCESS’ patented ActiveTag RFID product uses small, battery powered tags (generically called “active” tags) that when automatically activated, transmit a wireless message typically 30 to 100 feet to hidden palm size receivers. The receivers are connected via an industry standard interface to existing security alarm equipment or networked on the existing corporate network. Optionally, the tag system can also be used to trigger security video recording and live remote video transmission. The tags are used for a variety of security applications including automatic personnel access to facilities, automatic vehicle access to parking areas and yards, corporate asset tracking and protection, as well as special purpose sensing. Automatic email alerting and paging is offered for rapid response to security incidents. AXCESS International Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: AXSI.OB), headquartered in greater Dallas, TX, provides patented Active RFID (radio frequency identification) for physical security and supply chain efficiencies. The battery-powered (active) RFID tags locate, identify, track, monitor, count, and protect people, assets, inventory, and vehicles. AXCESS' Active RFID solutions are supported by its integrated network-based, streaming digital video (or IPTV) technology. Both patented technologies enable applications including: automatic "hands-free" personnel access control, automatic vehicle access control, automatic electronic asset management, sensor management, and network-based security surveillance. AXCESS is a partner company of Amphion Capital Partners LLC.

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Thursday, March 24, 2005

RFID Employee Monitoring Notification Legislation ...

SB 1841 Senate Bill - Bill Analysis

... "The Privacy Rights Clearinghouse (PRC) argues that: Because of advances in technology, workplace monitoring can be virtually ubiquitous, covering all aspects of employees work, even extending beyond the workplace. Monitoring can be conducted of electronic mail, voice mail, telephone calls, computer keystrokes, internet access, locational tracking via GPS and RFID [radio frequency identification device], and video surveillance. " ...

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Friday, March 18, 2005

RFID Micro Monitoring ...

Remarks Of Senator Patrick Leahy The Dawn Of Micro Monitoring RFID

... "RFID chips are more powerful than today's video surveillance technology. RFIDs are more reliable, they are 100 percent automatic, and they are likely to become more pervasive because they are significantly less expensive, and there are many business advantages to using them. RFIDs seem poised to become the catalyst that will launch the age of micro-monitoring. " ...

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Wednesday, March 09, 2005

Tropos Net Enables RFID Integration ...

Tropos Net RFID Integration: Tropos Networks Signs Sumitomo Densetsu as Distributor in Japan

Tropos Networks integrated its mesh networks to support RFID connectivity ...

From Business Wire (press release), CA ... As visitors with specially-equipped PDAs walk close to an RFID-embedded flower or tree, the PDA uses the Tropos MetroMesh network to retrieve information about ...

... Tropos Networks, the leading supplier of equipment used to build metro-scale Wi-Fi mesh networks, today announced that its family of MetroMesh routers and management software is now available in Japan through Sumitomo Densetsu. Tropos and Sumitomo Densetsu, working with VR Techno Center, scored their first successes in Shirakawa Village and Flower Festival Commemorative Park, both located in Gifu Prefecture, Japan. Sumitomo Densetsu's main business is construction and installing electrical systems, information networks, communications systems (mobile communications, radio train control, fiber optic cabling) and broadcasting systems (antennas, CATV) for enterprises, universities, carriers and municipalities. Based on their expertise in installing mobile communication infrastructure and relationships with municipalities, Sumitomo Densetsu will first target the municipal Wi-Fi market. ...


Tropos Networks is the proven leader in delivering truly ubiquitous, metro-scale, Wi-Fi mesh network systems. We deliver the fastest, lowest cost and simplest wireless broadband solutions, as demonstrated by the world's largest installed base of metro-scale Wi-Fi mesh networks. Our innovative and patented MetroMesh(TM) architecture allows public safety agencies, municipalities and service providers to quickly and easily deliver city-wide mobile broadband connectivity to users in any locale. With more than 10x better price/performance than alternative technologies, Tropos solutions provide standards-based access to any IP application, including voice, data and video. Tropos Networks is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California.

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Wednesday, March 02, 2005

Active RFID FleetTag Enables Trucking Industry Applications ...

Active RFID FleetTag Enables Trucking Industry: AXCESS Releases FleetTag(TM) Active RFID System Solution for ...

Axcess is introducing FleetTag RFID product line to enable trucking and logistics applications ...

From PR Newswire (press release) ... (OTC Bulletin Board: AXSI.OB), a leading provider of Active Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) systems today introduces FleetTag into its ActiveTag(TM ...

... AXCESS International Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: AXSI.OB), a leading provider of Active Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) systems today introduces FleetTag into its ActiveTag(TM) product line. FleetTag is being marketed to the $490+ billion trucking industry to resolve the intrinsic challenges faced by fleet operators managing their vehicle assets entering and exiting terminal facilities. AXCESS' FleetTag system can be scaled from integration with stand-alone gate controllers to enterprise-wide Yard Management software applications. The FleetTag System hardware includes several AXCESS active RFID tag choices designed for a variety of surfaces and functions. ...


AXCESS International Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: AXSI), headquartered in greater Dallas, TX, provides Active RFID (radio frequency identification) for physical security and supply chain efficiencies. The battery-powered (active) RFID tags locate, identify, track, monitor, count, and protect people, assets, inventory, and vehicles. AXCESS' Active RFID solutions are supported by its integrated network-based, streaming digital video (or IPTV) technology. Both patented technologies enable applications including: automatic "hands-free" personnel access control, automatic vehicle access control, automatic electronic asset management, sensor management, and network-based security surveillance. AXCESS is a partner company of Amphion Capital Partners LLC.

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Monday, February 28, 2005

RFID Library Labels Printed Silver Ink With Flip Chip ...

RFID Library Labels Printed Silver Ink With Flip Chip: ASK to Deliver 4 Million RFID Smart Labels for US and European ...

Unique RFID solutions for libraries support printed silver ink antennae and flip-chip labeling and are targeted for European and US library markets ...

From PR Newswire (press release) ... Bibliotheca and ASK Enter Strategic Partnership to Offer a Complete Library RFID System. ASK, a worldwide ...

... ASK, a worldwide leading manufacturer of RFID products, has been selected by Bibliotheca, Europe #1 RFID library system provider to supply C.label, a unique RFID smart paper label, to American and European public libraries. ASK labels are based on its core technology of a printed 13.56 Mhz silver ink antenna on paper and direct flip chip embedding process. A scalable and high volume capacity manufacturing chain combined with low cost materials offer librarians cost effective and reliable labels for books, CDs, DVDs and video tapes. ASK has already supplied specific labels and readers to more than 20 French, Italian and German libraries over the last 4 years and has therefore gained a valuable experience within this market segment. ...


Founded in 1997, ASK is today the leading supplier of a comprehensive range of contactless cards, tickets, RFID tags and readers, complying with ISO and EPC standards. They address the mass transit, access control and e-government ID markets as well as the supply chain and logistics market. 50 million RFID cards, tickets and labels are already in use worldwide. Manufacturing is located in Sophia-Antipolis, France. Local offices are based in Paris, Singapore, Taiwan and Westport, USA.

Headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, Bibliotheca is a leading provider of RFID technology products to libraries. Its installed systems manage the circulation and inventory of a combined total of nearly 40 million items. The company's American headquarters are located in Yardley, Pennsylvania. Bibliotheca designs, manufacturers and services RFID library systems through an international network of employees and distributors.

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Thursday, February 17, 2005

Portable RFID Reader ...

Portable RFID Reader: AXCESS Introduces Portable RFID Reader for Automatic ...

From PR Newswire (press release) ... (OTC Bulletin Board: AXSI.OB), a leading provider of Active Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) systems, announced today the addition of a portable RFID ...

... AXCESS International Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: AXSI.OB), a leading provider of Active Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) systems, announced today the addition of a portable RFID reader to its ActiveTag(TM) product line. The reader interrogates battery powered "active" tags, providing walk-around automatic electronic inventory of assets, personnel, patients, and vehicles. ...


AXCESS International Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: AXSI), headquartered in greater Dallas, TX, provides Active RFID (radio frequency identification) for physical security and supply chain efficiencies. The battery-powered (active) RFID tags locate, identify, track, monitor, count, and protect people, assets, inventory, and vehicles. AXCESS' Active RFID solutions are supported by its integrated network-based, streaming digital video (or IPTV) technology. Both patented technologies enable applications including: automatic "hands-free" personnel access control, automatic vehicle access control, automatic electronic asset management, sensor management, and network-based security surveillance. AXCESS is a partner company of Amphion Capital Partners LLC.

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Tuesday, February 01, 2005

RFID Revenue is Growing ...

RFID Revenue is Growing: AXCESS International Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2004 ...

From PR Newswire (press release) ... RFID Revenue Grows 32% YY Amid Increasing Awareness of RFID Technology Net Loss Narrows YY and Gross Margin Increases YY to 50% DALLAS, Jan. ...

... AXCESS International Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: AXSI.OB), a leading provider of Active RFID solutions with applications in the security, supply chain and sensing industries, today reported results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2004. Highlights for the Fourth Quarter and Year Ended December 31, 2004: 2004 RFID revenue increased 32% to $772,475, compared with $587,100 in 2003; fourth quarter RFID revenue of $151,080 compared to $168,110 in the fourth quarter of 2003 ...


AXCESS International Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: AXSI), headquartered in greater Dallas, TX, provides patented active RFID (radio frequency identification) and video surveillance systems for physical security and supply chain efficiencies. The battery-powered (active) RFID tags locate, identify, track, monitor, count, and protect people, assets, inventory, and vehicles. AXCESS' active RFID solutions are supported by its integrated network-based, streaming digital video (or IPTV) technology. Both patented technologies enable applications including: automatic "hands-free" personnel access control, automatic vehicle access control, automatic electronic asset management, sensor management, and network-based security surveillance. AXCESS is a partner company of Amphion Capital Partners LLC.

Additional resources on growth in RFID revenues ...

RFID Hardware Software Services Market Growth: RFID Hardware Software Services Market Growth : Market for ... to the already growing base of RFID applications ... than 150-page study: Transponder revenues will grow ...

eGAM Growth in RFID Tags Projected: Worldwide revenues from RFID tags will jump from $300 million in 2004 to $2.8 billion in 2009, reports In-Stat, a high-tech ...

Higher costs will drive up RFID market: revenues for RFID software and systems will reach $2.13 billion in 2005, rather than the $1.6 billion originally forecasted. Driving that growth in large ...

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Sunday, January 09, 2005

Motorola RFID Enables Liquid Media Future Shown at Consumer Electronic Show CES 2005 ...

RFID Enables Liquid Media Future Shown at Consumer Electronic Show CES 2005: 2005 International CES Opening Day Showcases World's Coolest CE ...

From Business Wire (press release), CA ... Using an RFID tag developed by Motorola, the user can move from the home, to the car, to the office and the live content seamlessly will follow the user from ...

... Powerful and exciting displays of the hottest consumer electronics products, technologies and trends were unleashed on the opening day of the 2005 International CES(R). With heavy hitting keynote speakers and conference sessions featuring the industry's most pressing topics, the 2005 International CES is shaping up to be the biggest and best in history. The 2005 International CES runs January 6-9 in Las Vegas, Nevada. On the opening morning of, Gary Shapiro president and CEO of the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA), delivered an inspiring and exciting State of the Industry Address. Shapiro announced plans for the 2005 SINOCES, which will take place in Qingdao, China in July. "Our mission here is simple," Shapiro said, "to grow the CE industry." ...

Live content seamlessly will follow the user using RFID which demonstrates liquid media ...

The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) is the preeminent trade association promoting growth in the consumer technology industry through technology policy, events, research, promotion and the fostering of business and strategic relationships. CEA represents more than 1,850 corporate members involved in the design, development, manufacturing, distribution and integration of audio, video, mobile electronics, wireless and landline communications, information technology, home networking, multimedia and accessory products, as well as related services that are sold through consumer channels. Combined, CEA's members account for more than $110 billion in annual sales. CEA's resources are available online at www.CE.org, the definitive source for information about the consumer electronics industry. CEA also sponsors and manages the International CES - Defining Tomorrow's Technology. All profits from CES are reinvested into industry services, including technical training and education, industry promotion, engineering standards development, market research and legislative advocacy.

Additional resources on RFID liquid media ...

Motorola uses RFID to power ubiquitous media: JC pinned an RFID tag on Mr. Zander and had ... Using a technology called "Liquid Media," four monitors at each station ... play and stop video or audio content when Mr ...

2005 International CES: Attendees: Garriques shows off Liquid Media, an application that allows content to follow its user as it morphs itself to fit the environment. Using an RFID tag developed ...

Motorola Keeps ITunes Client Hidden: frequency identification tag as part of its "Liquid Media" initiative that allows content to follow ... particular tune at home can carry their RFID tag into ...

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Monday, December 13, 2004

RFID Port Security: VistaScape to Secure Port of New Haven; Automated Wide-Area ...

From Business Wire (press release), CA ... accurate 3-D display of all activity in a secured area based on combined analysis of video surveillance and other distributed sensors, such as RFID and radar. ...

... VistaScape Security Systems announced today that New Haven Terminal Inc., an operator at the Port of New Haven, Conn., and Logistec, the North American marine services company, have chosen VistaScape's SiteIQ(TM) to secure Logistec's terminal and shipping operations located within the Port of New Haven. SiteIQ is the industry's leading automated wide-area surveillance solution, used to protect critical infrastructure sites including ports, airports, chemical plants, and other at-risk facilities. SiteIQ gives users a single, highly accurate 3-D display of all activity in a secured area based on combined analysis of video surveillance and other distributed sensors, such as RFID and radar. ...


New Haven Terminal, Inc. is a privately owned, third party, "for-hire" bulk liquid storage terminal located directly on the east shore of New Haven Harbor. The company has been in business since 1941, and currently specializes in the storage and distribution of a variety of liquid petrochemicals and petroleum fuel products. It is a key player in the chain of energy distribution, with a total storage capacity in excess of 2,500,000 barrels (105,000,000 gallons). Its principal function is as follows: Liquid products are delivered to the terminal by ocean going tankers and harbor barges. From the terminal, these liquid products, such as diesel fuel, heating oil, kerosene, jet fuel and chemical raw materials, are distributed into the southern New England region by marine transportation, truck and pipeline."

VistaScape Security Systems develops industry-leading automated wide-area surveillance software solutions to protect commercial sites, government facilities, and other at-risk infrastructure. Its flagship product, SiteIQ(TM), is the only multi-sensor, single-view surveillance solution, allowing security professionals to visually define and centrally manage an automated security policy. SiteIQ delivers unparalleled situational awareness, enabling personnel to focus on prevention, not reaction. Founded in 1999, Atlanta-based VistaScape is recognized by Red Herring as one of the "Top 100 Private Firms Driving the Future of Technology" and among Fast Company's list of the 101 top ideas, trends and people that will change the way we work and live in 2005.

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Monday, November 29, 2004

RFID Pilot program will test Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology ...

From Senator Conrad Burns - Montana ...

... "The pilot program will test Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology, anti-piggybacking technology, advanced video surveillance technology and various biometric technologies in order to evaluate the security of controlled areas at airports. At the Helena Airport, a vehicle tracking system using voice recognition, an optical character reader, and a video motion analysis technology will be tested to track a vehicle�s authorized path in a secure area. TSA is conducting the pilot in two phases. Phase I will include the ten airports selected testing various off-the-shelf biometric technologies under a variety of real-world operational environments in an effort to provide unbiased evaluations of their suitability of use. TSA will use information obtained during Phase I to help determine which technologies will be evaluated in Phase II projects. Information gathered during these pilot projects will be made available to appropriate industry representatives so they may make informed decisions when designing access control systems to meet security needs and regulatory requirements. " ...

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Sunday, November 28, 2004

RFID Symposium: INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM ON ADVANCED RADIO TECHNOLOGIES

... "7thANNUAL INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM ON ADVANCED RADIO TECHNOLOGIES, ISART Forecasting the Future of Radio, 1 - 3 March 2005

The ISART technical program committee is soliciting papers for the 7th annual International Symposium on Advanced Radio Technologies (ISART) to be held in Boulder, Colorado March 1-3, 2005. These papers will discuss new technologies, research and development, innovative ideas, enabling technologies, standards, protocols, business practices and policies, and government regulation for the purpose of forecasting the future development and application of radio frequency technologies into the next decade.

Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)
Future of 802.16
Wireless/Hybrid LANs
New Wireless Convergence and Protocols
Software Defined/Cognitive Radios
Digital Video Broadcasting: Handhelds (DVB-H)
New Wireless Protocols
Voice over IP (VoIP)
IPv6
Global Mobile Communication Systems (2/2.5/3/4G)
Mobile VSATs
Broadband over Power Lines
GPS, Galileo, Glonass Interoperability and standards
2004 Olympics Communications Lessons Learned
Effective Spectrum Management
First Responder Communications
Human Computer Interface
Propagation Modeling in Urban Environment
VPN/Wireless Security
Mesh Networking
High Speed Digital Packet Access
Battery/Power Sources
Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM)
Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO)
UWB Communications
Signal Compression
Conformal Antenna Design
Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)
Automatic Voice Recognition
Automatic Language Translation
Automatic Direction Finding Network
Network Services (Artificial Intelligence)
Quantum Computing" ...

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Friday, November 26, 2004

RFID in Transportation ...

From U. S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY, TSA | Transportation Security Administration ...

... "Boise Air Terminal/Gowen Field Airport is testing a system that combines fingerprint biometric and RFID technology.
Miami International Airport is testing a new perimeter defense system that will incorporate fiber optic fence netting, passive infra-red zone control, and intelligent video analysis. Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is testing a barrier free intrusion detection system using Intelligent Video Analysis and Microwave Zone Control. Newark International Airport is testing a system using fingerprint biometric technology. Savannah International Airport is focusing on utilizing Intelligent Video Surveillance technology. Southwest Florida International Airport is evaluating new RFID and wireless fingerprint biometric technology intended to enhance the level of security at a vehicle gate. T.F. Green State Airport is focusing on controlling access to a secure area via an iris biometric recognition system. In addition, the entrance is employing anti-piggy backing detection using RFID technology. Tampa International Airport project is testing the viability of portable proximity card readers and fingerprint recognition technology. " ...

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Sunday, November 21, 2004

RFIDs and the Dawning Micro Monitoring Revolution ...

From RFIDS AND THE DAWNING MICRO MONITORING REVOLUTION, Congressional Record: March 23, 2004 (Senate), Page S2989-S2990 ...


... "RFID chips are like supercharged barcodes--barcodes on steroids, if you will. They are so small they can be tagged onto almost any object. They do not have to be in open view; RFID receivers just have to be within the vicinity--at a security checkpoint, in a doorway, inside a mailbox, atop a traffic light. And RFID chips can carry a lot more information than barcodes. Some versions are recordable so that they can carry along the object's entire history. RFID chips are more powerful than today's video surveillance technology. RFIDs are more reliable, they are 100 percent automatic, and they are likely to become more pervasive because they are significantly less expensive, and there are many business advantages to using them. RFIDs seem poised to become the catalyst that will launch the age of micro-monitoring." ...

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Tuesday, November 09, 2004

RFID Company: AXCESS International Announces Improved Third Quarter 2004 Results

From PR Newswire (press release) ... AXCESS International Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: AXSI.OB), a leading provider of Active RFID solutions to the security, supply chain ...

... AXCESS International Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: AXSI.OB), a leading provider of Active RFID solutions to the security, supply chain and sensing industries, today reported results for the three months ended September 30, 2004. Financial Highlights for the Third Quarter ending September 30, 2004 Total revenue increased 34% sequentially to $301,889, compared with $225,129 in the second quarter of 2004 ...


AXCESS International Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: AXSI), headquartered in greater Dallas, TX, provides Active RFID (radio frequency identification) and video surveillance systems for physical security and supply chain efficiencies. The battery-powered (active) RFID tags locate, identify, track, monitor, count, and protect people, assets, inventory, and vehicles. AXCESS' Active RFID solutions are supported by its integrated network-based, streaming digital video (or IPTV) technology. Both patented technologies enable applications including: automatic "hands-free" personnel access control, automatic vehicle access control, automatic electronic asset management, sensor management, and network-based security surveillance. AXCESS is a partner company of Amphion Capital Partners LLC.

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Thursday, October 21, 2004

RFID Sensors: AXCESS Adds Ammonia Detection Capability to RFID-based Sensor Tags

From PR Newswire (press release) ... (OTC Bulletin Board: AXSI.OB), a leading provider of Active Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) systems today announced the general availability of a unique ...

... AXCESS International Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: AXSI.OB), a leading provider of Active Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) systems today announced the general availability of a unique, distributed ammonia detection and alerting system based upon its battery-powered RFID long range wireless tagging technology. The RFID system provides constant monitoring of harmful gas levels from sources which would be potentially toxic or explosive, if undetected leaks occur. ...

RFID sensor provides constant monitoring of harmful gas levels

AXCESS International Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: AXSI), headquartered in greater Dallas, TX, provides Active RFID (radio frequency identification) and video surveillance systems for physical security and supply chain efficiencies. The battery-powered (active) RFID tags locate, identify, track, monitor, count, and protect people, assets, inventory, and vehicles. AXCESS' Active RFID solutions are supported by its integrated network-based, streaming digital video (or IPTV) technology. Both patented technologies enable applications including: automatic "hands-free" personnel access control, automatic vehicle access control, automatic electronic asset management, sensor management, and network-based security surveillance. AXCESS is a partner company of Amphion Capital Partners LLC.

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Tuesday, September 14, 2004

Supply Chain RFID: AXCESS Exhibits 'Active' RFID Supply Chain Solutions at Frontline ...

From Yahoo News (press release) ... DALLAS, Sept. 14 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- AXCESS International Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: AXSI - News), a leading provider of RFID systems for physical ...

... AXCESS International Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: AXSI), a leading provider of RFID systems for physical security and supply chain management, today announced it is exhibiting its RFID solutions at the Frontline Solutions Conference and Exposition in Chicago through Wednesday. The conference is focused on the use of radio frequency identification (RFID) solutions for the supply chain market. ...


AXCESS Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: AXSI), headquartered in greater Dallas, Texas, provides RFID (radio frequency identification) systems for physical security and supply chain efficiencies. The battery-powered (active) tags locate, identify, track, monitor, count, and protect people, assets, inventory, and vehicles. AXCESS' Active RFID solutions are supported by its integrated network-based, streaming digital video (or IPTV) technology. Both patented technologies enable applications including: automatic "hands-free" personnel access control, automatic vehicle access control, automatic electronic asset management, and network-based security surveillance. AXCESS is a partner company of Amphion Capital Partners LLC.

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Tuesday, August 31, 2004

Retail RFID: Best Buy Pursues Electronic Product Code Strategy to Increase ...

From Business Wire (press release), CA ... The company plans to leverage radio frequency identification (RFID) technology to drive the change. RFID allows retailers to easily ...

... Best Buy Co., Inc. today announced the rollout of an electronic product code (EPC) strategy designed to increase its supply chain efficiency over the next several years. The company plans to leverage radio frequency identification (RFID) technology to drive the change. RFID allows retailers to easily and efficiently track products as they move from the manufacturer to the stores. Since RFID systems rapidly and simultaneously read tags, Best Buy believes the EPC strategy can improve customers' in-store experiences and significantly increase the organization's efficiency by increasing product availability, reducing time spent on processes in distribution centers and stores, enhancing real-time product information capabilities, and increasing speed to market. ...


Best Buy Co., Inc. (NYSE:BBY) is a Fortune 100(R) growth company that continually innovates to create superior customer experiences. Through more than 750 retail stores across the United States and in Canada, our employees connect customers with technology and entertainment products and services that make life easier and more fun. We sell consumer electronics, home-office products, entertainment software, appliances and related services. A Minneapolis-based company, our operations include: Best Buy (BestBuy.com), Future Shop (FutureShop.ca), Geek Squad (GeekSquad.com) and Magnolia Audio Video (Magnoliaav.com). We support our communities through employee volunteerism and grants from The Best Buy Children's Foundation.

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Wednesday, August 25, 2004

Aviation RFID: TSA Announces Two More Airports Now In Access Control Pilot ...

From U.S. Newswire (press release), DC ... The pilot program will test Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology, anti-piggybacking technology, advanced video surveillance technology and various ...

... Rear Adm. David Stone, USN (Ret.), Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security for the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), today announced that two additional airports have been selected to participate in TSA's Access Control Pilot Program in addition to the eight airports selected in April. ...


The Transportation Security Administration protects the Nation's transportation systems to ensure freedom of movement for people and commerce. The Transportation Security Administration will continuously set the standard for excellence in transportation security through its people, processes and technologies.

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Tuesday, August 24, 2004

Symbol RFID: Westcon Group Adds Symbol Technologies to its GSA Schedule ...

From Business Wire (press release), CA ... Government agencies that stand to benefit from Symbol's RFID technology include the Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security and many others ...

... Westcon Group, Inc., a global specialty distributor of networking and communications technology products, announced today that it has added Symbol Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:SBL) to its lineup of vendors who offer products through its Comstor division's GSA schedule 70, the country's 17th largest by volume. Symbol's enterprise mobility solutions will be offered along with Cisco, Avaya, Check Point, RSA, Nokia and many other manufacturers currently on Westcon Group's GSA schedule. ...


Westcon Group, Inc. is a global specialty distributor of networking and communications equipment for leading technology vendors, including Cisco Systems, Inc., Nortel Networks Corporation and Avaya, Inc. Through its Westcon, Comstor and Voda One divisions, Westcon Group sells products and services to resellers, systems integrators and service providers. Westcon Group has particular expertise in the convergence of voice, data and video applications and technologies, including voice-over Internet protocol, or VoIP, security for networking and communications systems, remote access, Internet and e-business, virtual private networks, videoconferencing and wireless connectivity.

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Friday, August 13, 2004

RFID Sensors: Md. company pushes airport perimeter system

From FCW.com ... Surface Detection Equipment-3 (ASDE-3)with multiple sensors, such as chemical and biological, video cameras, radio frequency identification (RFID), and motion ...

... Officials at a Silver Spring, Md.-based technology company plan to develop an end-to-end, comprehensive perimeter security system using existing radar systems that provide ground surveillance at airports. ...


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Thursday, August 12, 2004

RFID Company: Axcess International Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2004 Results

From PR Newswire (press release) ... 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Axcess International Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: AXSI.OB), a leading provider of RFID and video surveillance systems for physical ...

... Axcess International Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: AXSI.OB), a leading provider of RFID and video surveillance systems for physical security and asset management solutions, today reported results for the three months and six months ending June 30, 2004. Total revenue for the three months ended June 30, 2004 was $225,129, compared to $245,427 for the same period in 2003. Gross margin percent increased to 45% during the three months ended June 30, 2004 compared to 35% for the same period in 2003. RFID revenue increased 23% to $195,300 for the three months ended June 2004 compared to $158,658 for the same period in 2003. ...


Axcess International Inc. ("Axcess", OTC Bulletin Board: AXSI), headquartered in greater Dallas, Texas, provides RFID (radio frequency identification) systems for physical security and supply chain efficiencies. The battery-powered (active) tags locate, identify, track, monitor, count, and protect people, assets, inventory, and vehicles. Axcess' Active RFID solutions are supported by its integrated network-based, streaming digital video (or IPTV) technology. Both patented technologies enable applications including: automatic "hands-free" personnel access control, automatic vehicle access control, automatic electronic asset management, and network-based security surveillance. Axcess is a partner company of Amphion Capital Partners LLC.

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Tuesday, July 06, 2004

RFID Savant Server: Small, low-cost Linux system targets wireless networking apps

From Linux News ... in single quantities for $250, the TNP-51R targets networking applications such as routers, firewalls, VPN, spam and content filters, RFID savant, webcams, and ...

Nimble Microsystems, Inc. was founded by Dr. Jeng-Feng Lee and Lon-Phon Lin in Boston, June 1999. The company focuses on both RISC and SISC based technology and delivers enabling technology for the Post-PC era. In the Post-PC era, the quest for mobility, affordability and ease of use has driven computer and electronics to the verge of Ubiquitous Computing. The popularity of broadband service has laid the groundwork for text, voice and video communication over Internet. The maturity of PC technology has enabled a shift in consumer demand from ever-increasing CPU power to overall quality including such features as quiet operation, stylish look and feel, and the ability to be always on with extremely low power consumption. Nimble has developed its RISC and X 86 technology to address the market demand of mobile computing anywhere, anytime with portability, communication capability, low power consumption and total quality. Nimble sees a world filled with Nimble Enabled Smart Electronics that provide a variety of services and productivity for consumers in the next decade. Such electronics work in tandem with PC and reach out an even broader customer base than ever.

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Wednesday, June 30, 2004

RFID Excellence: ABI Research To Rate Innovation, Implementation in New Vendor ...

From Business Wire (press release), CA ... The ABI Research Vendor Matrix will recognize excellence in these markets: RFID, residential entertainment technologies, Wi-Fi, OEM telematics and aftermarket ...

Founded in 1990 and headquartered in New York, ABI Research maintains global operations that support annual research programs, quarterly intelligence services and market reports in wireless, automotive, semiconductors, broadband, and energy. Their market research products can be found on the Web at www.abiresearch.com. ABI Research's RFID (radio frequency identification) research includes in-depth global analysis, forecasts, and comprehensive coverage of the various technologies as they relate to asset management, asset tracking, and supply chain management. RFID chips, transponders, and readers are all studied, as are RFID integration services. ABI Research's coverage of technologies for the security industry includes in-depth market analysis of biometrics, voice recognition, surveillance equipment, video surveillance, fingerprint identification, retina scanning, fleet management, electronic toll collection, interrogators, Auto-ID, and barcodes, among other technologies and products.

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Friday, June 25, 2004

DOD RFID: US DoD's auto-ID security tests went well, says Axcess

From UsingRFID.com, UK ... The physical security RFID systems provider, Axcess International Inc., has announced that, in a test conducted at a US Department of Defense research facility ...
AXCESS Inc. (OTCBB:AXSI) provides RFID (radio frequency identification) systems for physical security and supply chain efficiencies. The battery-powered (active) tags locate, track, monitor, count and protect people, assets, inventory and vehicles. AXCESS' Active RFID solutions are supported by its integrated network-based, streaming digital video (or IPTV) technology. Both patented technologies enable applications including: automatic "hands-free" personnel access control, automatic vehicle access control, automatic electronic asset management, and network-based security surveillance. AXCESS is a partner of Amphion Capital Partners LLC. AXCESS Inc. provides a variety network-based security products for implementation in airports, transportation, telecommunications, oil and gas pipelines, water systems, nuclear power plants, and other critical national operations. Through the use of AXCESS' Prism Video™ and ActiveTag™ products, areas within a facility and on the perimeter can be secured and security information can be delivered immediately to mobile personnel.

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Library RFID: Checkpoint Systems Introduces CheckPASS, A Total Resource ...

From TMCnet ... from an existing PC, with no need for additional hardware or servers, and to integrate these accounts seamlessly with Checkpoint's RFID-based Intelligent ...

With installations at many leading libraries across North America and Europe, Checkpoint's exciting new Intelligent Library System® (ILS) is setting new standards for library efficiency and security. Building on Checkpoint's vast experience in library loss prevention and RF technology, this revolutionary RFID system eliminates manual material checkout and return labor while controlling losses through electronic article surveillance and streamlining operations through non-contact materials inventory management.
The Intelligent Library System® lets patrons check books in and out themselves, automatically generating circulation data. RFID eliminates line-of-sight reading requirements, so staff can take inventory and check for missing materials with the wave of a wand. And books, audio/video cassettes, and software are safely protected from theft.

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Tuesday, June 22, 2004

RFID Security: Helena Airport Adds VistaScape's Automated Surveillance Solution ...

From Business Wire (press release), CA ... In addition to video surveillance cameras, the solution will integrate data from radio frequency ID (RFID) cards, which can feature built-in fingerprint ...

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Saturday, June 19, 2004

Smart Card Technology: The Queen Mary 2, a 21st Century Floating IT City

From Mindjack, UK ... A guest embarking on the Queen Mary 2 -- the world's newest, biggest and most expensive ocean liner -- pulls out her smart card and hands it to a smiling ...

Queen Mary 2 is the world's largest, longest, tallest, grandest ocean liner ever! Since she set sail from Southampton on her maiden voyage on January 12, 2004, excitement surrounds her all over the world. Internet: Guests can surf the web, check e-mail or even transmit a video postcard to friends and family back home. They can take classes in the Computer Centre, or bring their own laptop; every stateroom has direct Internet access.

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Wednesday, June 16, 2004

RFID Sensors: Top Ports Choose VistaScape to Automate Wide Area Surveillance

From TMCnet  ... component of the platform, VistaScape is unique in that the platform incorporates other important sensor technologies such as radar, GPS, RFID, chemical and ...

VistaScape's Security Data Management System (SDMS) integrates the monitoring and management of disparate and distinct security hardware and software products into a single user interface and relational database. SDMS provides a wide area view of specified areas of interest. Based in Atlanta, Georgia - VistaScape Security Systems is changing the perspective and expectations of security solution users by replacing traditional human detection and error with consistent computer intelligence and analysis.

The ports and harbors of America are critical infrastructure nodes and commerce hubs. As such, they are likely targets for terrorism, theft, and other destructive criminal activities. To reduce overall threat exposure, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security issued the Maritime Transportation Security Act (MTSA), requiring ports and harbors to comply with increased security regulations by July 1, 2004. VistaScape Security Systems, the leading provider of policy-based video surveillance solutions, experienced in port and harbor security deployments, understands your challenge of securing a large perimeter without physical barriers. VistaScape's software technology provides proactive, comprehensive video surveillance while reducing human error and oversight.

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Tuesday, June 15, 2004

DoD RFID: RFID System from AXCESS International, Inc. Excels in DoD Test of ...

From PR Newswire (press release) ... (OTC Bulletin Board: AXSI), a leading provider of RFID systems for physical security and supply chain management, today disclosed that in a test conducted at a ...

AXCESS Inc. (OTCBB:AXSI) provides RFID (radio frequency identification) systems for physical security and supply chain efficiencies. The battery-powered (active) tags locate, track, monitor, count and protect people, assets, inventory and vehicles. AXCESS' Active RFID solutions are supported by its integrated network-based, streaming digital video (or IPTV) technology. Both patented technologies enable applications including: automatic "hands-free" personnel access control, automatic vehicle access control, automatic electronic asset management, and network-based security surveillance. AXCESS is a partner of Amphion Capital Partners LLC. The ActiveTag™ product family includes an array of Vehicle & Equipment Tags designed for operation in a variety of applications and environments. The standard Vehicle Tag is a thin profile tag that can be mounted in the vehicle or carried by the driver for automatic, hands-free access control or vehicle identification/tracking applications. Both the Harsh Environment Vehicle Tag and the Metal Mount Equipment Tag are designed to operate under rugged conditions, at extreme temperatures. All Tags support high-speed reads of 20 mph or more in mobile applications such as vehicle access control (residential and commercial gates), equipment tracking, warehouse/logisitics and fleet management.

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Wednesday, June 09, 2004

RFID Access Control: AXCESS Inc. to Exhibit High-Security Vehicle Access System at ...

From Yahoo News (press release) ... DALLAS, June 9 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- AXCESS International, Inc. (AXCESS) (OTC Bulletin Board: AXSI - News), a leading provider of RFID solutions to the ...

AXCESS, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: AXSI), headquartered in greater Dallas, Texas, provides RFID (radio frequency identification) systems for physical security and supply chain efficiencies. The battery-powered (active) tags locate, identify, track, monitor, count, and protect people, assets, inventory, and vehicles. AXCESS' Active RFID solutions are supported by its integrated network-based, streaming digital video (or IPTV) technology. Both patented technologies enable applications including: automatic "hands-free" personnel access control, automatic vehicle access control, automatic electronic asset management, and network-based security surveillance. AXCESS is a partner company of Amphion Capital Partners LLC. More information is available at http://www.axsi.com.

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