RFID Handbook : fundamentals and applications in contactless smart cards and identification, 2nd ed.

RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) is used in all areas of automatic data capture allowing contactless identification of objects using RF. With applications ranging from secure internet payment systems to industrial automation and access control, RFID technology solutions are receiving much attention in the research and development departments of large corporations. RFID is a major growth are in auto ID, allowing emergency vehicles to safely trip traffic signals, and providing the technology behind contactless smart cards, "autopiloting" cars, and production automation. Fully revised and updated to include all the latest information on industry standards and applications, this new edition provides a standard reference for people working with RFID technology. Expanded sections explain exactly how RFID systems work, and provide up-to-date information on the development of new tags such as the smart label.

1.  Introduction. Automatic Indentification Systems. A Comparison of Different ID Systems. Components of a RFID System.2.  Differentiation Features of RFID Systems. Fundamental Differentiation Features. Transponder Construction Formats. Frequency, Range and Coupling. Information Processing in the Transponder. Selection Criteria for RFID Systems.3.  Fundamental Operating Principles..1-Bit Transponder. Full and Half Duplex Procedures. Sequential Procedures.4. Physical Principles of RFID Systems. Magnetic Field. Electromagnetic Waves. Surface Waves.5.  Frequency Ranges and Radio Licensing Regulations. Freuqency Ranges Used. European Licensing Regulations. National Licensing Regulations in Europe. National Licensing Regulations.6.  Coding and Modulation. Coding in the Baseband. Digital Modulation Procedures.7.  Data Integrity. The Checksum Procedure. Multi-Access Procedures - Anticollision.8.  Data Security. Mutual Symmetrical Authentication. Authentication Using Derived Keys. Encrypted Data Transfer.9.  Standardisation. Animal Identification. Contactless Smart Cards. ISO 69873 - Data Carriers for Tools and Clamping Devices. IS0 10374 - Container Identification. VDI 4470 - Anti-theft Systems for Goods. Item Management.10. The Architecture of Electronic Data Carriers. Transponder with Memory Function. Microprocessors.Memory Technology. Measuring Physical Variables.11. Readers. Data Flow in an Application. Components of  a Reader. Low Cost Configuration - Reader IC U2270B. Connection of Antennas for Inductive Systems. Reader Designs.12. The Manufacture of Transponders and Contactless Smart Cards. Glass and Plastic Transponders. Contactless Smart Cards.13. Example Applications. Contactless Smart Cards. Public Transport. Ticketing.Access Control. Transport Systems. Animal Identification. Electronic Immobilisation. Container Identification. Sporting Events. Industrial Automation. Medical Applications.14.  Appendix. Contact Addresses, Associations and Technical Periodicals. Relevant Standards and Regulations. References.Printed Circuit Board Layouts. Index.