Abstract: The device of the present invention is a stand alone radio frequency identification (RFID) reader/writer device comprising a micro controller having non-volatile data memory, an RFID module, at least one input/output port, and a display. The device of the present invention is fully configurable and may serve as a multi-functional transaction sentry, i.e., a ticket taker, a money or point collector, a money or point dispenser, an access controller, a balance inquiry station, a transaction logger, etc. The method of the present invention comprises steps for configuring, operating and collecting data from the RFID reader/writer device of the present invention. The configuration, operation or data collection from the RFID device of the present invention may be performed by using either the RFID module or the at least one input/output port.

Abstract: A backside failure analysis capable integrated circuit package having a removable plug for exposing the backside of the die or a cavity on the backside of the package for exposing the backside of the die. The package uses either a standard lead frame which must be removed prior to conducting a backside failure analysis or a non-standard lead frame which provides for access to the back side of the die.