Introduction The electromagnetic field that surrounds an RFID antenna can be broken up into two segments – near-field and far-field. Typically, near-field is defined as the field around the ant
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Introduction UHF RFID applications requiring a short read range have several options for hardware and system configurations. In short range RFID systems,  RFID tags in proximity can create a
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Introduction Passive RFID tags electronically store data enabling RFID readers and antennas to identify and track objects. Each RFID tag has specific attributes that define its limitations physica
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Introduction Set by GS1, the current standard for all UHF Passive RFID readers and tags is the Gen2 protocol (or Class 1 Generation 2 protocol). GS1 and the Hardware Action Group created
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Introduction Selecting the right  UHF RFID Reader for your application is of the utmost importance. Not only is the RFID reader the brain of the RFID system, but each reader has its ow
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Introduction Choosing a passive UHF RFID antenna can be a confusing task to those who are new to RFID. Passive RFID antennas typically look physically similar, so it is primarily their technica
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Introduction Previously, our article 6 Factors That Affect RFID Read Range discussed how each component of an RFID system affects its overall performance. Regarding RFID tags specifical
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Introduction UHF RFID Frequencies vary in each country based on each country’s regulations. Each country adopts an UHF RFID frequency that best fits within that country. These frequency ranges and
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Introduction If you currently have an RFID system, or are thinking about purchasing one, there are a few terms that should be in the back of your mind when you start setting up your system.
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If you follow developments in the tech industry on a semi-regular basis, you're likely familiar with the terms near-field communication (NFC) and radio frequency identification (RFID). Recently, yo
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RFID, or Radio Frequency Identification, can be a confusing field for those starting to learn about the technology. RFID comes in many different flavors, but an easy entry point from which to grasp
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RFID is an exciting technology that has greatly improved visibility in supply chains, tool tracking, and access control applications among others. Until recently however, RFID hasn't typically been
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