Preface to the Third Edition
List of Abbreviations
1 Introduction
1.1 Automatic Identification Systems
1.2 A Comparison of Different ID Systems
1.3 Components of an RFID System
2 Differentiation Features of RFID Systems
2.1 Fundamental Differentiation Features
2.2 Transponder Construction Formats
2.3 Frequency, Range and Coupling
2.4 Active and Passive Transponder
2.5 Information Processing in the Transponder
2.6 Selection Criteria for RFID Systems
3 Fundamental Operating Principles
3.1 1-Bit Transponder
3.2 Full- and Half-Duplex Procedure
3.3 Sequential Procedures
3.4 Near-Field Communication (NFC)
4 Physical Principles of RFID Systems
4.1 Magnetic Field
4.2 Electromagnetic Waves
4.3 Surface Waves
5 Frequency Ranges and Radio Licensing Regulations
5.1 Frequency Ranges Used
5.2 The International Telecommunication Union (ITU)
5.3 European Licensing Regulations
5.4 National Licensing Regulations in Europe
5.5 National Licensing Regulations
5.6 Comparison of National Regulations
6 Coding and Modulation
6.1 Coding in the Baseband
6.2 Digital Modulation Procedures
7 Data Integrity
7.1 The Checksum Procedure
7.2 Multi-Access Procedures – Anticollision
8 Security of RFID Systems
8.1 Attacks on RFID Systems
8.2 Protection by Cryptographic Measures
9 Standardisation
9.1 Animal Identification
9.2 Contactless Smart Cards
9.3 ISO/IEC 69873 – Data Carriers for Tools and Clamping Devices
9.4 ISO/IEC 10374 – Container Identification
9.5 VDI 4470 – Anti-theft Systems for Goods
9.6 Item Management
10 The Architecture of Electronic Data Carriers
10.1 Transponder with Memory Function
10.2 Microprocessors
10.3 Memory Technology
10.4 Measuring Physical Variables
11 Readers
11.1 Data Flow in an Application
11.2 Components of a Reader
11.3 Integrated Reader ICs
11.4 Connection of Antennas for Inductive Systems
11.5 Reader Designs
11.6 Near-Field Communication
12 The Manufacture of Transponders and Contactless Smart Cards
12.1 Glass and Plastic Transponders
12.2 Contactless Smart Cards
13 Example Applications
13.1 Contactless Smart Cards
13.2 Public Transport
13.3 Contactless Payment Systems
13.4 NFC Applications
13.5 Electronic Passport
13.6 Ski Tickets
13.7 Access Control
13.8 Transport Systems
13.9 Animal Identification
13.10 Electronic Immobilisation
13.11 Container Identification
13.12 Sporting Events
13.13 Industrial Automation
14 Appendix
14.1 Contact Addresses, Associations and Technical Periodicals
14.2 Relevant Standards and Regulations
14.3 Printed Circuit Board Layouts
References
Index

Preface to the Third Edition
List of Abbreviations
1 Introduction
1.1 Automatic Identification Systems
1.2 A Comparison of Different ID Systems
1.3 Components of an RFID System
2 Differentiation Features of RFID Systems
2.1 Fundamental Differentiation Features
2.2 Transponder Construction Formats
2.3 Frequency, Range and Coupling
2.4 Active and Passive Transponder
2.5 Information Processing in the Transponder
2.6 Selection Criteria for RFID Systems
3 Fundamental Operating Principles...