Abstract: A radio frequency identification (RFID) used for the security function of a portable storage device includes a radio frequency transceiver and an electronic tag. The radio frequency transceiver is installed in the portable storage device, such that if a user wants to read data in the portable storage device through a computer system, the radio frequency transceiver will transmit an interrogation signal to search for an electronic tag within a signal receivable range. After the electronic tag receives the interrogation signal, it will transmit a response signal to the transceiver for performing an authentication to confirm whether or not the user has the right of reading the data in the portable storage device.

Abstract: A smart entry system for vehicle includes a processing portion that performs a given procedure according to a positional relationship of multiple portable devices with respect to a vehicle, the multiple portable devices being respectively carried by users and being detectable at least whether the multiple portable devices are located inside or outside the vehicle.

Abstract: When vehicle doors have been opened and closed, request signals are transmitted from external transmitters and an internal transmitter to perform mutual communication with a portable device. At this time, when matching of an ID code of the portable device is OK, this matching result is stored. In mutual communication of one of when the vehicle doors are opened and closed, and when door lock switches are operated, if matching of the ID code is OK, the vehicle doors are automatically locked. In this way, by increasing chances of mutual communication between a vehicle unit and the portable device, it becomes more likely that the vehicle doors can be locked.

Abstract: An RF-controlled power saving communication system includes an electronic device (30), an antenna (60), a radio frequency (RF) receiver (40) and a power saving apparatus (20) for controlling power supply of the electronic device. The RF receiver receives RF signals via the antenna and transmits the RF signals to the electronic device to process. The RF receiver further transmits the RF signals to the power saving apparatus. The power saving apparatus resumes the power supply of the electronic device in accordance with the RF signals.

Abstract: An RFID tag data processing system is provided. TFID tag data read by an RFID reader are filtered by a filter module mounted on a mobile terminal according to filtering configuration. According to the results of the filtering operation, an address value of a content server is obtained from a connection data server. The address obtained from the connection data server is used to access the corresponding content server, thereby enabling a user to access necessary contents.

Abstract: When a reader of a Radio Frequency Identification (RF-ID) system sends out a command signal to the RF-ID tag and receives a response signal from the RF-ID tag, an End of Signal (EOS) of the received response signal is detected such that the next command signal can be transmitted within a time. Accordingly, response signal can be detected even under the environment of poor signal to noise ratio performance, and the EOS of the response signal from the RF-ID tag can be recognized with ease and speed.

Abstract: An area-reading antenna (in RF linkage with myriad RF tags) is dynamically tuned. It may be dynamically tuned as to its transmission of a power/clock field, or dynamically tuned as to its transmission of a data signal, or dynamically tuned as to its reception of a data signal, or some combination of all three. In this way, a base station has an improved ability to communicate with a greater fraction of the RF tags within its reading area, despite detuning of individual tags due to proximity of detuning influences such as metal or liquids.

Abstract: A radio-frequency tag communication device permitting a radio-frequency tag communication system to have a sufficiently large area of communication, with a minimum required number of interrogators. The radio-frequency tag communication device includes a transmission control portion operable to control transmission of a transmitted signal, so as to prevent overlapping an area of communication of the radio-frequency tag communication device and an area of communication of another radio-frequency tag communication device, making it possible to maximize a spacing distance between the adjacent radio-frequency tag communication devices, and to effectively prevent concurrent receptions of the transmitted signals by the plurality of radio-frequency tags. Namely, the radio-frequency tag communication device permits the radio-frequency tag communication system to have a sufficiently large area of communication with a minimum required number of interrogators.

Abstract: In order to provide a highly secure system at a low cost without providing a complicated logic circuit for an RFID tag, in a system including an RFID tag (10) and a interrogator (20), the interrogator (10) is provided with a password creating unit (1100) which computes an electronic key (131) and a keyword unique to the RFID tag with a predetermined irreversible function to create a password. By using the password as a key, item information of an item attached with the RFID tag (20) is encrypted with a predetermined encryption function. The encrypted item information and the keyword are written to the RFID tag (20). The interrogator (10) reads the encrypted item information and the keyword from the RFID tag (20), causes the password creating unit (1100) to compute the password by using the keyword, and uses the password as a key to decrypt the read encrypted item information.

Abstract: A remotely monitored and controlled building automation system is disclosed providing efficient offsite use of BAS personnel to monitor and control such systems while utilizing relatively inexpensive alarm monitoring services to advice of system emergencies. In a first preferred embodiment, the building automation system transmits a simplified BAS/energy alarm (including only building identity information) via a specially adapted and configured local security panel to an offsite monitoring center. Thereafter, the alarm is re-transmitted to a BAS web server and on to a BAS website. The BAS website provides notification of the energy alarm to trained BAS technicians located at a remote dealer and enables such personnel, via the website to maintain two-way communication with the building automation system from which the alarm originated. Such personnel are thereby enabled to fully analyze and properly respond to the circumstances which resulted in the alarm.

Abstract: A system and device for and a method of programming and controlling light fixtures is disclosed. A system in accordance with the present invention includes a stationary controller unit that is electrically coupled to the light fixtures. The stationary controller unit is configured to be remotely programmed with a portable commissioning device to automatically control the lights fixtures. The stationary controller unit and the portable commissioning device include light sensors, micro-computers and transceivers for measuring light levels, running programs, storing data and transmitting data between the stationary controller unit and the portable commissioning device. In operation, target light levels selected with the portable commissioning device and the controller unit is remotely programmed to automatically maintain the target level.

Abstract: An indicator light assembly is provided for use with a towed object having a substantially planar rear end, at least one substantially planar side orthogonal to the end, and an intersection between the side and the end. The indicator light assembly includes a transmitting assembly and at least one tail-light assembly. The transmitting assembly transmits wireless signals corresponding to vehicular indicator light signals when coupled to an indicator light energizing circuit of the vehicle. The tail-light assembly includes a support structure, as well as an indicator light, a receiver, and a controller attached to the support structure. The support structure includes a first planar portion and a second planar portion orthogonal to the first portion, where at least one of the first and second portions includes a plurality of apertures for receiving fasteners. The receiver receives the wireless signals.

Abstract: A vehicle lighting control system for a school bus allows automatic activation of hazard mode operation of the vehicle's signaling lights in response to activation of other warning lights. Deactivation follows upon the vehicle exceeding a predetermined maximum speed.

Abstract: An object of the present invention is to provide a vehicle surrounding display device capable of displaying images such that a driver can visually recognize an obstacle more easily.

Abstract: An image sensing system for a vehicle includes an imaging sensor and a logic and control circuit. The imaging sensor comprises a two-dimensional array of light sensing photosensor elements formed on a semiconductor substrate, and has a field of view exterior of the vehicle. The logic and control circuit comprises an image processor for processing image data derived from the imaging sensor. The image sensing system may generate an indication of the presence of an object within the field of view of the imaging sensor. Preferably, video images may be captured by said imaging sensor and may be displayed by a display device for viewing by the driver when operating the vehicle. The logic and control circuit may generate at least one control output, and the at least control output may control an enhancement of the video images.

Abstract: A tire condition monitoring system monitoring a condition of a tire attached to a tire wheel, includes a tire side communication device mounted on the tire wheel for detecting an inner pressure of the tire and transmitting a result of detection by waves, a vehicle-body side communication device provided on a vehicle body including a plurality of components for receiving by waves information transmitted by the tire side communication device, a tire side modulator provided in the tire side communication device for superimposing information including the result of detection on electromagnetic waves, thereby outputting the electromagnetic waves as surface waves of the tire wheel, and a vehicle body side demodulator provided in the vehicle-body side communication device for receiving the electromagnetic waves propagated from the tire wheel to surfaces of the components of the vehicle body.

Abstract: A tire pressure monitoring system (12) for an automotive vehicle (10) has a receiver circuit (28). The vehicle (12) has a plurality of wheels (14A-14D). A plurality of antennas (31A-31D) are adjacent to one of the wheels (14A-14D). The plurality of antennas receive RF signals from a pressure sensor (16A). An adder circuit (30) is coupled to the receiver circuit and the plurality of antennas. The adder circuit receives the RF signals and adds them together to form a sum signal. The sum signal is coupled to the receiver circuit.

Abstract: [PROBLEMS] An indicator control system with a camera section provided with a switching means for switching from a measurement value display mode to a camera display mode and vice versa to display a selected mode on a monitor section of an indicator, the measurement value display mode showing the measurement data of an object to be monitored of a construction machine, and the camera display mode being for the camera section mounted on the construction machine.

Abstract: An intelligent turn signal control system for turning on and off left and right turn signals in a vehicle. The system includes a computer, such as an antilock braking system computer, with programmed software operably disposed on a vehicle, and a driver interface switch assembly as input to the computer. Sensors transmit angle, differential wheel movement or related data as input to the computer, while a circuit drives turn signal indicator lamps from conditionally computed output data from the computer to turn on and off turn signals in a situation-appropriate manner. Upon turn signal indication intent data input from the driver, extensive travel and turn data is computed, including yaw rotation and steering system position to turn off or cancel the turn signal at the appropriate point.

Abstract: A digital hydraulic system including a hydraulic source, a housing and a transtatic bridge. The transtatic bridge being substantially contained within the housing. The transtatic bridge being in fluid communication with the hydraulic source. The transtatic bridge communicating a force to or from a shaft or a fluid.

Abstract: A system for monitoring performance of equipment in a collision center includes a piece of equipment for performing an operation and a sensor for monitoring a performance aspect of the piece of equipment. The sensor produces data relating to the monitored performance aspect. A wireless transmitter is in communication with the sensor for wirelessly transmitting the data produced by the sensor. The system further includes a computer in communication with the wireless transmitter for receiving the data produced by the sensor. A method for monitoring the performance aspect of the piece of equipment in the collision center is also disclosed.

Abstract: This invention relates to a fire hydrant locating system which includes a hydrant locator that facilitates the location of a hydrant by firefighters, particularly in an emergency vehicle such as a fire engine. The hydrant locator as secured to the hydrant cylinder has a low profile. The hydrant locating system includes a transmitter adapted to be located in the emergency vehicle. Upon actuation of a switch in the transmitter in the emergency vehicle a receiver-signal generator in the hydrant locator will be activated to set off strobe lights to alert firefighters of the hydrant location. The receiver-signal generator in the hydrant locator includes a strobe light structure. The transmitter can be set such that when actuated it will activate only those hydrant locators within a preselected range such as approximately 1500 feet.

Abstract: A sensor assembly, system and method for using a sensor assembly is disclosed making use of a sealed switch and an actuator that converts linear motion in a plane to linear motion in a perpendicular plane. The motion of the actuator in the perpendicular plane actuates the switch which signals that hatch is in an open position.

Abstract: An interrogating system can include an interrogating apparatus configured to transmit toward and receive from a subject in a subject position, millimeter-wave electromagnetic radiation. Such a system can also include a controller configured to operate the interrogating apparatus, and produce data representative of a characteristic of the subject from received radiation. Some embodiments of such an interrogating system may include interrogating apparatus adapted to be mounted to a vehicle or at a vehicle loading zone, to interrogate passengers and/or other persons prior to boarding or accessing the vehicle. Such embodiments may include one or more controllers positioned within the vehicle or at the loading zone.

Abstract: A system for monitoring and distinguishing occurrences along a perimeter bounded by a plurality of piezoelectric cables. The monitoring system utilizes a plurality of piezoelectric cables that generate electrical signals in response to mechanical stress events. The electrical signals from each piezoelectric cable are analyzed by a base unit to determine event classification and location. The monitoring system alerts users and connects to an existing security system to notify third-parties. The monitoring system includes functionality to communicate with a calibration unit and calibrate itself. The monitoring system also includes functionality to interface with a pet containment system.

Abstract: A piezoelectric perimeter security system for differentiating between threatening and non-threatening breaches in a property's perimeter and also for article of property containment and pet containment. The system consists of at least one piezoelectric sensor in electrical communication with a conductor wire. When compressed or stressed, voltage is generated within the sensor that is proportional to the amount of force compressing or stressing the cable. A processing device receives this voltage and converts it to a local activity signal. This signal is then compared with other signals stored in the system's memory in order to identify the type of entity causing the voltage across the cable. If the entity is deemed a security threat then an appropriate countermeasure such as a siren or other alert is actuated. The conductor wire also carries a signal received by a signal receiver that is placed on either a pet or an article of property.

Abstract: A security device for attachment to an article to deter theft has a housing containing an alarm system including an audible alarm speaker. The alarm system includes a conductor located within the housing which forms a loop that extends at least partially about the alarm speaker or about the periphery of the housing. The conductor which can be an electrical conductor, fiber optic conductor, light pipe, etc., when severed by a thief will actuate the audible alarm.

Abstract: An encoder device for encoding a series of radio frequency identification tags supported by media includes a media path, at least two antennae, at least one transceiver, and a controller. Media and radio frequency identification tags are advanced along the media path. The at least two antennae are spaced from each other and each of the antennae are positioned along the media path adjacent to at least one of the radio frequency identification tags. The at least one transceiver is configured to communicate with the antennae. The controller is configured to communicate individually with each of the respective radio frequency identification tags positioned adjacent the antennae using the transceiver and the antennae.

Abstract: A method for automatically calibrating and deploying a tracking system of the type used by emergency responders (10) at the scene of a chaotic event such as a fire or the like. Each firefighter (10) is issued a wireless tag (26) having a unique identification number. Personal details about the firefighter (10) are prerecorded in a central database (44). Every piece of equipment (12, 14, 16) is also issued a wireless tag (26), with details about that piece of equipment prerecorded in the central database (44). At the scene of an emergency, drop readers (30, 30?) are scattered about the area. The drop readers (30, 30?) sense the location and ID number of each wireless tag (26). The drop readers (30, 30?) communicate with the central database (44) via a wireless connection (46). A scene commander (18) interfaces with the central database (44) through a graphic user interface (48) to acquire real time information about the location and movement of all personnel and equipment at the response scene.

Abstract: A distance measuring system and method is disclosed having a transponder and an interrogation unit in communication with each other wherein, based upon a calculated distance between the transponder and the interrogation unit, a warning signal is provided if the calculated distance is within a predetermined range.

Abstract: A system federates heterogeneous monitoring systems to provide end-to-end monitoring information for conveyances with item-layer visibility. A first node of the federated system comprises a first monitoring system and a first port and a second node comprises a second monitoring system and a second port. In parallel with a conveyance being transported between the first node and the second node, the first monitoring system sends an agent to the second monitoring system. The agent comprises logic and/or data necessary to implement processes on the second monitoring agent while the conveyance is at the second port. When the conveyance arrives at the second port, the second monitoring system executes the agent to determine conditions of the conveyance and/or its contents.

Abstract: An information-processing apparatus shown in FIG. 4 is a wireless communication apparatus for communicating prescribed data in wireless with a back-scattering communication scheme, in which a tag (10) for receiving a carrier wave signal Sf having a frequency of 2.45 GHz and transmitting response signal Sf (D) obtained by modulating the carrier wave signal Sf based on the data and a tag reader (20) for transmitting a carrier wave signal to the tag (10) and receiving and signal-processing a response composite signal that is returned from the tag (10) are provided. This tag reader (20) has a carrier-wave-compensating circuit (30) that compares a phase of the carrier wave signal in transmitting the carrier wave signal and a phase of the carrier wave signal in receiving the carrier wave signal and eliminates a carrier wave composite signal that is not synchronized with the carrier wave signal in transmitting the carrier wave signal based on a comparison result thereof.

Abstract: A single side band (SSB) response method of a radio frequency identification (RFID) tag receives a double side band (DSB) response signal whose frequency band is shifted from the RFID tag by shifting an SSB frequency band after transmitting an SSB command signal to an RFID tag. Even though the reader uses the SSB frequency band, the reader can receive a stable DSB response signal from the RFID tag.

Abstract: The present invention discloses an RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) system for reading and writing an identification information of an RFID tag in a non-contacting manner using a radio frequency. In accordance with RFID system of the present invention, a threshold value of a comparator is adjusted in order to accurately detect a response signal dynamically generated according to an environmental condition including a distance between a reader and the tag.

Abstract: The present invention discloses an RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) system for reading and writing an identification information of an RFID tag in a non-contacting manner using a radio frequency. In accordance with RFID system of the present invention, a peak value of a response signal dynamically generated according to an environmental condition including a distance between a reader and the tag is detected, and an identification information provided from the tag is accurately read base on the peak value.

Abstract: According to some embodiments, an antenna sub-assembly includes a multi-band antenna coupled to a radio frequency identification (RFID) integrated circuit (IC). The multi-band antenna is tuned to receive radio frequency (RF) signals of an RFID frequency band and RF signals of a non-RFID frequency band.

Abstract: Provided are a method and apparatus for sharing a portable terminal in a Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) and a mobile Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) system. The portable terminal includes: a CDMA mobile station system for performing CDMA communication; a mobile RFID system for performing a passive RFID reader function; a switching unit for switching an antenna to any one between the CDMA mobile station system and the mobile RFID system; and a control unit for controlling the switching unit to connect the antenna to the CDMA mobile station system when the portable terminal transmits/receives a signal to/from the base station, or connect the antenna to the mobile RFID system when the portable terminal transmits/receives a signal to/from an RFID tag.

Abstract: A resonance security tag (1) comprises a dielectric foil material (2) provided with conductive material layer patterns (3-7) on both sides. The conductive material layer patterns are formed to provide an inductor (3) and a capacitor (4, 6) positioned inside the inductor (3), and mutually connected to form a resonance circuit. By cutting (9) the capacitor (4, 6) free of the dielectric foil material (2) and folding the capacitor (4, 6) away from the position inside the inductor (3), this part is left free for the penetration of magnetic flux through the inductor (3), whereby the detection level is improved and a possibility of reducing the size of the resonance security tag is provided.

Abstract: A semiconductor device such as an ID chip of the present invention includes an integrated circuit using a semiconductor element formed by using a thin semiconductor film, and an antenna connected to the integrated circuit. It is preferable that the antenna is formed integrally with the integrated circuit, since the mechanical strength of an ID chip can be enhanced. Note that the antenna used in the present invention also includes a conducting wire that is wound round circularly or spirally and fine particles of a soft magnetic material are arranged between the conducting wires. Specifically, an insulating layer in which fine particles of a soft magnetic material are arranged between the conducting wires. Specifically, an insulating layer in which fine particles of a soft magnetic material are included is arranged between the conducting wires.

Abstract: Apparatus and systems, as well as methods and articles, may operate to identify and locate an RFID-tagged object relative to a point on a body, including a human, animal, or robotic body.

Abstract: A device adapted for implantation into or onto a human person, the implant comprising a transponder and a memory means for electronically storing and updating information, wherein the information is for critical and/or emergency medical decisions. The device may also include a dental appliqué bonded to a tooth.

Abstract: Disclosed is a cable identifying system for accurately discriminating one cable from another on site over a long period of time, the system enabling a cable layer or a cable user, when laying out an RFID built-in cable, to do without manually writing any information in the RFID tags built in the cable. One cable having RFID tags built therein can be accurately realized. The individual ID's of the RFID tags are read and stored in a storage apparatus. When a part of the cable is cut, the ID's of the RFID tags nearest to the both end of the cable are read out, and the ID-related data of the RFID tags in the cut-out cable are recorded on a desired medium or electronic information medium.

Abstract: Biological reagent carrier devices and methods are disclosed, which employ RFID techniques to associate information with biological reagents.

Abstract: A surveillance tag apparatus for goods of varying size and shape comprising a lanyard, a housing and a pawl. The lanyard includes a flexible, elongated body having parallel ridges across at least one side, the body ending in one stop member. The housing includes an inner surface defining an internal chamber and an outer surface defining a pair of lanyard receiving passages. The first passage of the pair receives the body and abuts the stop member before securing the lanyard to a good and the second passage receives the body after. The housing defines at least one aperture connecting the internal chamber and second passage. The pawl is positioned within the internal chamber and includes at least one protrusion through at least one aperture into the second passage to engage at least one parallel ridge when the lanyard is secured to the good, thereby inhibiting removal of the lanyard.

Abstract: An identification device formed from a band of material and a non-reusable tamper-resistant fastening arranged to join opposite end regions of the band. A Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) transponder is disposed in the band. The transponder includes and RFID circuit, such as may be formed on an integrated circuit (IC) chip, and an antenna. In the present invention, the tamper-resistant fastening serves additional functions beyond securing the opposite end regions of the band together. Namely, the fastening can be made of a conductive material and designed to create electrical continuity between multiple conductors to enable or disable certain circuit functionality. In one variation, this continuity allows the excess tail portion of the wristband to be cut without disrupting circuit functionality. In another variation, the fastening mechanism is designed to crimp conductors together.

Abstract: A process for reducing crime in schools includes the steps of providing an Internet web site adapted to permit the reports of crimes; using the web site to report a crime; and passing on a crime report to the web site to law enforcement authorities.

Abstract: A point-of-care computer system is provided, including a display positioned in a point-of-care location.

Abstract: Among the embodiments of the present invention are pest control devices (1010, 1110, 1210) each operable to detect the presence of pests. The pest control device (1010, 1110, 1210) has a bait (1032) that is consumed or displaced by one or more species of pest, a pest sensing circuit (1052, 1152, 1252), and a monitoring circuit (1069, 1169, 1269). The pest sensing circuit (1052, 1152, 1252) can be altered by pest activity. The monitoring circuit (1069, 1169, 1269) detects this alteration and reports it automatically or in response to an external stimulus or interrogation to indicate pest presence.

Abstract: A device is described for determining the driving capability of a driver in a vehicle which has an illumination device (1) for illuminating at least one of the driver's eyes, a picture taking device (2) for taking pictures of the illuminated eye, an evaluation device (3) which serves to evaluate the pictures taken by the picture taking device, and a data storage (4). The device is essentially characterised in that the illumination device (1) illuminates with flash type light or intermittently at least one of the driver's eyes, the evaluation device (3) comparing measured values taken for the driver's pupil reaction by means of the picture taking device (2) with at least one normal value for a pupil reaction stored in the data storage (4), and when the normal value is not reached by the measured values for the pupil reaction, having an effect upon a control device (5) such that the vehicle is prevented from starting up or a vehicle in operational state is prevented from being driven on after it has stopped.

Abstract: Apparatus for remote inspection of fluid containers, e.g., portable tanks or fluid pipelines, includes an electronic circuit in communication between each container (or at various locations along a pipeline) and a remote central station. The electronic circuit is adapted to issue a wireless signal to the remote central station upon detection of predetermined internal conditions, such as an out-of-range pressure condition of fluid contained within the volume of the container, or upon detection of predetermined external conditions, such as the lack of presence of the container in its installed position or the presence of an obstruction to viewing of or access to the container.