rfid technology for the cultural sector
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RFID
Technology for
the Cultural
Sector22 Sept 2016 Axiell Conference, Canberra
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What is RFID?
Radio Frequency Identification
An RFID system uses an RFID tag
(transponder) to communicate with an
RFID reader (receiver)
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Basic RFID system
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Types of RFID
Active (100m or more) e.g. Security solutions
Semi-Active (ca 10-20m) e.g. e-way tags
Passive (<6 m) e.g. asset tracking
Low Frequency (LF) e.g. Stock control
High Frequency (HF) e.g. Libraries
Ultra High Frequency (UHF) e.g. Assets
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Types of RFID
Active
Extended read range (up to 100m or further)
Can incorporate sensors
Relatively large tags
Can be expensive
Life limited by battery (<10 years)
Ideal for security/monitoring situations
Passive
Small form factor
Cheap
‘unlimited’ life
limited read range (<5 m or less)
Ideal for item level tracking
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Why use RFID in
Museums/Galleries?
No line of sight required
Can be read through most materials
Hundreds of tags can be read per second
Vastly increased efficiencies
Can automate many collection activities
Hardwearing
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Two Systems
Fortecho:
Active RFID system used to provide security and environmental monitoring for high value artworks, display cases, and objects
Smarttrack RFID:
Passive UHF RFID system for tracking collections of
artworks and objects.
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Fortecho System
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Fortecho RFID Readers
433 MHz
Cell phone size (84mm x 40mm x 19mm) – 45g
Receives encoded transmissions
Range adjusted from software
System detects radio jamming
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Fortecho “Active” RFID Tags
433 MHz
Ultra-long range – up to 100m
25 billion unique IDs per customer
Ultrasonically sealed
Low power consumption
Encoded transmissions
Environmental (temp. rH) monitoring
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The Fortecho System
Real-time alarm information
Security for individual art objects, display cases & guards
Ca 6000 ‘audits’ per day
Monitor “knock” damage to artworks
Wireless solution at the artwork/display case
24/7 security
CCTV and SMS integration
Heritage Buildings
minimal impact on building fabric; walls
covert: no impact on viewing experience
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Fortecho system – Laser ‘Curtain’
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Fortecho – Volumetric Monitoring
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Smarttrack RFID
Passive UHF RFID system for tracking collections of artworks and objects.
Range of UHF tag types for different applications
Handheld readers – Android app-based
Portal/track-point fixed readers
Browser-based software interface
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Smarttrack RFID – Key Benefits
Fast-track collection audits and stock-takes
Improve collection preservation through reduced object
handling
Quickly and easily find misplaced objects
Automatically track the movement of objects and
artworks
Alert when artworks moved by unauthorized personnel
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Smarttrack RFID Tags
SmARTtrack self-adhesive tags
Self-adhesive tag which can be attached to an object directly (acid-free, reversible self-adhesive), to swing tags, or on to a layer of Paraloid B72. Tags come in a range of sizes
Other tags
A wide range of other tags are also available for specialised purposes, incl:
Works on paper - tags encapsulated in Japanese tissue for direct attachment to the back of a paper-based artwork
Metal tags – for direct attachment to metal objects
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Tag Size and Functionality
Larger tags = Longer Read Range
Small tags = Short Read Range
BUT, highly dependant on antennae design, chip quality/generation, environmental factors.
0.46mm square, 2mm read range
Larger tags can be read up to 10m away.
Metallic Surfaces and mesh – operate like an RF shield but can also operate like a mirror, reflecting and enhancing the RF signal
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RFID Hardware – Handheld
Reader
Key Features
Read range up to 6 metres
Reads up to 200 tags per second
Wi-fi, Bluetooth, USB, 3/4G connectivity
Barcode reader incorporated
Android operating system
Used for reading tags to identify objects, inventory, record locations, search for misplaced objects
Uses Locafi app.
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Smarttrack Fixed Portal
1, 3: Infra-Red or Microwave Sensors
2: RFID Reader
4. LED Light
5. Antennas (7, 8 also)
6. Tagged objects
7, 8: Alternate antenna location
With UHF RFID portal can be up to 5 m wide x 3 m high (loading dock size)
Using Personnel tags, the system can generate alerts when items are moved without authorized personnel.
Most hardware can be hidden within ceilings/walls.
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Smarttrack Portal
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Smarttrack Portal
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Smarttrack RFID
Process
Diagram
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Collection Management Systems
Shared
Database
Communication using Web
Services, HTTP requests, API,
.csv or text files.
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Smarttrack RFID – Preserve
Collections
Risk minimisation - assurance that collections are where they’re meant to be
Reduced handling and OH&S issues (eg large objects in storage)
Reduces need to ‘leaf’ through other objects to find one object (eg plan drawers)
Reduces error from data-entry
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Smarttrack RFID
Secure collections by reducing risk of loss
Track collections automatically through high-traffic areas
Audit collections quickly, easily and comprehensively
Preserve collections through significantly reduced need for handling
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Other RFID Applications
LoRA – Long Range Radio for external assets.
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Other RFID Applications
NFC – tapit.com.au for Visitor Interaction / Tours
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Other Applications
Beacon Technology
WiFi tags and WiFi triangulation
Data dots
And more