Zigbee RFID: Efficient Power Source ...

Zigbee RFID: Applied Digital Completes Development of Next-Generation Thermo Life™ that Creates More Efficient Power Output ...

... "The new Thermo Life™ design creates a more efficient power output and contributes to higher conversion efficiency. The new design also increases potential applications for Thermo Life™ such as a viable energy source for active RFID tags, ZigBee Chipsets, wearable electronics, medical devices and micro-sensor systems. With the recent acquisition of eXI wireless, VeriChip Corporation now offers active RFID tags in a healthcare-security environment. As VeriChip - an RFID Company for People – evolves, Thermo Life™ can be used as an alternative power source for external RFID tags in a healthcare environment providing a lifetime power source and negating the need for a change of batteries. The new wireless standard of 802.15.4, called ZigBee, offers, for the first time, a standards-based wireless platform optimized for the unique needs of remote monitoring and control applications including simplicity, reliablitiy, low-cost, and above all, lowpower. " ...

Applied Digital develops innovative security products for consumer, commercial, and government sectors worldwide. The Company's unique and often proprietary products provide security for people, animals, the food supply, government/military arena, and commercial assets. Included in this diversified product line are RFID applications, end-to-end food safety systems, GPS/Satellite communications, and telecomm and security infrastructure, positioning Applied Digital as the leader of Security Through Innovation. Applied Digital is the owner of a majority position in Digital Angel Corporation (AMEX:DOC).