Paper-Based Ultra-Low-Cost Integrated RFID Tags for Sensing and Tracking Applications

Abstract

In this paper, a novel radio frequency identification (RFID) prototype is proposed with an embedded power source and other energy harvesting mechanisms on low-cost paper based substrate. Integration of RFID electronics, such as antenna, integrated circuit (IC) and sensors are also discussed for a variety of applications in transportation, logistics, and security. In addition, RFID antenna designs for high "global" bandwidth operation and rugged environments are discussed. A brief description of the protocol used in RFID ISO18000-6C was conclude the paper.