A system that communicates over a radio link between a data source and a scanner or reader.

When used in the context of theft detection systems, it refers to a system that uses tags that can only be turned on and off.

1. A fuse that is ignited by a self-contained electronic element; for example, a proximity fuse or an electronically triggered device designed to detonate an explosive charge in a missile, etc., at a predetermined distance from the target.
2. A fuse; such as, the radio proximity fuse, set off by an electronic device incorporated within it.

A fuse that detonates a warhead when the target is within some specified region near the fuse.

Radio, radar, photoelectric, or other devices may be used as activating elements.

1. Heating which is generated by a radio-frequency power source, that produces a radio-frequency current.
2. Heating with radio-frequency current that is produced by an electron-tube oscillator or an equivalent radio-frequency power source.
3. A method of heating a material by inducing a high-frequency current into it or having the material act as the dielectric (having little or no ability to conduct electricity) between two plates charged with a high-frequency current.

NATO expanding current usage of RFID.

Blocking readers from RFID data.

China doesn't use RFID because it considered too expensive and it is too difficult to set it up.

RFID is ready for more and more commercial applications.

Glossary of terms used in RFID technology.

RFID Index.

Bill is proposed in New Hampshire, U.S., to place limits on RFID applications.

An explanation of what RFID is.

1. A method of identifying unique items using radio waves. 2. A system that reads or writes data to RF tags that provide identification and other information pertaining to the object to which the tag is attached.