COMPARATIVE STUDY OF RFID TAGS FOR METALLIC PRODUCTS IN INVENTORY TRACKING SYSTEM

Abstract

It has always been challenging and critical to implement Radio Frequency Identification tags and technologies for inventory tracking for metallic product because of interference of metal on RFID signals, rough environment especially in presence of extreme moisture  and high temperature  in manufacturing units. A very extensive research and experiments are needed, to choose Radio Frequency Identification tags for metallic products in manufacturing. Therefore by comparing various RFID technologies, its features and performance we will try to find out availability and feasibility of Radio Frequency Identification Tags which are most suitable, cost effective and efficient for Metallic Products especially in harsh manufacturing environment.This paper presents a comparative study where we will assess and compare various features and performance parameters of Radio Frequency Identification tags available in the world and review their technology, implementation, working efficiency and cost effectiveness in depth so as to get a clear understanding about tag’s performance and feasibility on Metallic product. It will help in taking better decision in the selection of Radio Frequency Identification Tags for Metallic products for inventory tracking system.