Abstract

A radio frequency identification (RFID) switch tag is disclosed. This RFID switch tag includes a base component having an ultra-high frequency (UHF) booster, and a detachable component having at least one UHF RFID module and a high frequency (HF) RFID module. In some embodiments, the detachable component is positioned in close proximity to the base component in a first configuration of the RFID switch tag such that the at least one UHF RFID module is sufficiently coupled to the UHF booster in the base component to form an UHF RFID system having a desired performance. The detachable component can also be separated from the base component to obtain a second configuration of the RFID switch tag, and the HF RFID module remains functional within the detached detachable component so that the detachable component can be used as a standalone HF RFID tag.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

Goods & Services

Traffic monitoring equipment, namely, roadside digital video camera systems that detect vehicles and vehicle movement for monitoring speed and traffic violations; Traffic monitoring equipment, namely, roadside digital video camera systems for tolling and transportation industries; ALPR (Automatic License Plate Recognition) and ANPR (Automatic Number Plate Recognition) software, cameras, video recorders, data transmission and reception apparatus, monitors and cables, power supplies and control units for use with the aforesaid goods, all for use in the management, surveillance and data capture of road traffic; road vehicle license plate reading apparatus and character recognition apparatus and software associated therewith; parts and fittings for the aforesaid goods provided therewith.

Goods & Services

Software as a service (SAAS) services in the nature of a back office software suite for processing data captured by traffic monitoring equipment used for detecting vehicles and vehicle movement for monitoring speed and traffic violations, and facilitating the issuance of traffic violation citations for law enforcement and traffic enforcement authorities.

Goods & Services

Downloadable computer software platforms and downloadable software applications for mobile phones, namely, software that enables users to create an individual uniform transportation account, for producing notifications and alerts based on the data collected and stored thereon about available travel routes, traffic congestion situations, alternative available modes of transportation, and real-time pricing for alternative modes of transportation, and for providing a direct payment method for each fare or toll. Providing electronic processing of electronic funds transfers, namely, ACH, credit card, debit card, and electronic payments via a payment platform that uses RFID, license plate recognition, connected car technology, and NFC technology to process payments across multiple tolling, transit, transportation, parking, and other retail applications. Platform as a service (PAAS) featuring computer software platforms for collecting, organizing and storing data; application service provider, namely, hosting, managing, developing, and maintaining applications and software that enables users to create an individual uniform transportation account, for producing notifications and alerts based on the data collected and stored thereon about available travel routes, traffic congestion situations, alternative available modes of transportation, and real-time pricing for alternative modes of transportation, and for providing a direct payment method for each fare or toll.

Abstract

An account is managed using information read from a dual frequency transponder. Information stored on the dual frequency transponder can be read by a NFC-enabled device and by a UHF RFID reader. The information links, corresponds, or otherwise provides access to account information stored at a remote server. For example, a NFC-enabled device can read the information from the dual frequency transponder and use that information to enable instant and on-the-spot recharging of a toll account. In addition, a UHF RFID toll reader can scan information from the dual frequency transponder and use that information to debit toll charges from the correct toll account. The dual frequency transponder can be embedded in a license plate and read using a reader placed in the road. Additionally, the transponder can be configured to function at the correct frequency only when a valid vehicle registration sticker is applied to the license plate.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06Q 20/32 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using wireless devices
• G06Q 20/28 - Pre-payment schemes, i.e. "pay before"
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G06Q 50/30 - Transportation; Communications
• G06Q 20/34 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using cards, e.g. integrated circuit [IC] cards or magnetic cards
• G06Q 20/36 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using electronic wallets or electronic money safes
• G07B 15/06 - Arrangements for road pricing or congestion charging of vehicles or vehicle users, e.g. automatic toll systems
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

Goods & Services

RFID hardware reader capable of reading and writing multiple RFID protocols, for the tolling and transportation industries.

Goods & Services

Platform as a service (PAAS) featuring computer software platforms for use in data management, customer statement management and payment processing, specifically designed for use in customer services operations in the transportation and tolling industry.

Abstract

A radio frequency identification (RFID) enabled mirror includes a mirror comprising a reflective layer. The reflective layer comprises at least one layer of a metallic material. At least one portion of the reflective layer is removed to form a booster antenna from a remaining portion of the reflective layer. A dielectric coating is applied to the mirror where the reflective layer was removed. The RFID-enabled mirror further includes an RFID chip coupled to the booster antenna.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• H01Q 1/22 - Supports; Mounting means by structural association with other equipment or articles
• G02B 5/08 - Mirrors
• B60R 1/12 - Mirror assemblies combined with other articles, e.g. clocks
• H01Q 1/32 - Adaptation for use in or on road or rail vehicles
• H01Q 1/38 - Structural form of radiating elements, e.g. cone, spiral, umbrella formed by a conductive layer on an insulating support
• H01Q 7/00 - Loop antennas with a substantially uniform current distribution around the loop and having a directional radiation pattern in a plane perpendicular to the plane of the loop
• H01Q 13/10 - Resonant slot antennas
• H01Q 5/378 - Combination of fed elements with parasitic elements
• H01Q 15/14 - Reflecting surfaces; Equivalent structures

Abstract

A switchable radio-frequency identification (RFID) tag device comprising: a first RFID module positioned on a first plane; at least one un-tuned antenna section positioned on a second plane, wherein the first plane is positioned parallel to the second plane; a second RFID module positioned on the first plane; a third RFID module positioned on the first plane; and a sliding mechanism configured to move between a first position, a second position, and a third position; and wherein, in the first position, the first RFID module is coupled to the at least one un-tuned antenna section to form a tuned RFID tag, and the second and third RFID modules are detuned and/or inoperable; and in the second position, the second RFID module is coupled to the at least one un-tuned antenna section to form a tuned RFID tag, and the first RFID module and third RFID module are detuned and/or inoperable; and in the third position, the third RFID module is coupled to the at least one un-tuned antenna section to form a tuned RFID tag, and the first and second RFID modules are detuned and/or inoperable.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/04 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the shape
• G06K 19/073 - Special arrangements for circuits, e.g. for protecting identification code in memory
• H01Q 1/22 - Supports; Mounting means by structural association with other equipment or articles

Goods & Services

Downloadable computer software platforms and downloadable software applications for mobile phones, namely, software that enables users to create an individual uniform transportation account, for producing notifications and alerts based on the data collected and stored thereon about available travel routes, traffic congestion situations, alternative available modes of transportation, and real-time pricing for alternative modes of transportation, and for providing a direct payment method for each fare or toll Providing electronic processing of electronic funds transfers, namely, ACH, credit card, debit card, and electronic payments via a payment platform that uses RFID, License Plate recognition, connected car technology, and NFC technology to process payments across multiple tolling, transit, transportation, parking, and other retail applications Platform as a service (PAAS) featuring computer software platforms for collecting, organizing and storing data; application service provider, namely, hosting, managing, developing, and maintaining applications and software that enables users to create an individual uniform transportation account, for producing notifications and alerts based on the data collected and stored thereon about available travel routes, traffic congestion situations, alternative available modes of transportation, and real-time pricing for alternative modes of transportation, and for providing a direct payment method for each fare or toll

Goods & Services

Downloadable computer software platforms and downloadable software applications for mobile phones, namely, software that enables users to create an individual uniform transportation account, for producing notifications and alerts based on the data collected and stored thereon about available travel routes, traffic congestion situations, alternative available modes of transportation, and real-time pricing for alternative modes of transportation, and for providing a direct payment method for each fare or toll Providing electronic processing of electronic funds transfers, namely, ACH, credit card, debit card, and electronic payments via a payment platform that uses RFID, License Plate recognition, connected car technology, and NFC technology to process payments across multiple tolling, transit, transportation, parking, and other retail applications Platform as a service (PAAS) featuring computer software platforms for collecting, organizing and storing data; application service provider, namely, hosting, managing, developing, and maintaining applications and software that enables users to create an individual uniform transportation account, for producing notifications and alerts based on the data collected and stored thereon about available travel routes, traffic congestion situations, alternative available modes of transportation, and real-time pricing for alternative modes of transportation, and for providing a direct payment method for each fare or toll

Abstract

A radio frequency identification (RFID) switch tag is disclosed. This RFID switch tag includes a base component having an ultra-high frequency (UHF) booster, and a detachable component having at least one UHF RFID module and a high frequency (HF) RFID module. In some embodiments, the detachable component is positioned in close proximity to the base component in a first configuration of the RFID switch tag such that the at least one UHF RFID module is sufficiently coupled to the UHF booster in the base component to form an UHF RFID system having a desired performance. The detachable component can also be separated from the base component to obtain a second configuration of the RFID switch tag, and the HF RFID module remains functional within the detached detachable component so that the detachable component can be used as a standalone HF RFID tag.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06Q 20/32 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using wireless devices
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06Q 20/36 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using electronic wallets or electronic money safes
• G06Q 20/34 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using cards, e.g. integrated circuit [IC] cards or magnetic cards
• G07B 15/06 - Arrangements for road pricing or congestion charging of vehicles or vehicle users, e.g. automatic toll systems
• G06Q 20/28 - Pre-payment schemes, i.e. "pay before"
• G06Q 50/30 - Transportation; Communications

Goods & Services

Traffic monitoring and supervision systems comprised of speed and distance measuring apparatus for monitoring roadways, inductive loop detectors and detection sensors, downloadable and preinstalled traffic monitoring and supervision system software for controlling the traffic monitoring and supervision systems, and downloadable and preinstalled speed and distance measuring apparatus software for controlling speed and distance measuring apparatus; traffic supervision, speed measuring, and distance measuring apparatus and installations, namely, traffic monitoring and supervision system electrical and electronic controllers; speed and distance measuring apparatus electrical and electronic controllers; vehicle mounted transponders

Goods & Services

Radio-frequency identification (RFID) tags; Radio-frequency identification (RFID) readers; Radio-frequency identification (RFID) credentials, namely, cards and tags and readers for radio-frequency identification credentials; electronic devices used to locate lost objects employing radio-frequency; electronic security and surveillance devices, namely, electronic security tags and labels, acoustic tags, magnetic tags; labels carrying magnetically, optically, or electronically recorded or encoded information; hologram apparatus Computer services, namely, computer systems integration services; integration of computer software into multiple systems and networks; platform as a service (PAAS) featuring computer software platforms for computer systems integration in heterogeneous and complex environments in the radio-frequency identification (RFID) field; research and development of technology in the fields of radio-frequency identification in the border patrol, vehicle registration, pharmaceutical control, electronic toll collection, biometric data storage, and passports and secure documents industries, and consultation related thereto; custom integrated circuit design, product development in the field of radio-frequency devices and integration of computer software into multiple systems and networks, all pertaining to the foregoing technology applications

Goods & Services

Radio-frequency identification (RFID) tags; Radio-frequency identification (RFID) readers; Radio-frequency identification (RFID) credentials, namely, cards and tags and readers for radio-frequency identification credentials; electronic devices used to locate lost objects employing radio-frequency; electronic security and surveillance devices, namely, electronic security tags and labels, acoustic tags, magnetic tags; labels carrying magnetically, optically, or electronically recorded or encoded information; hologram apparatus Computer services, namely, computer systems integration services; integration of computer software into multiple systems and networks; platform as a service (PAAS) featuring computer software platforms for computer systems integration in heterogeneous and complex environments in the radio-frequency identification (RFID) field; research and development of technology in the fields of radio-frequency identification in the border patrol, vehicle registration, pharmaceutical control, electronic toll collection, biometric data storage, and passports and secure documents industries, and consultation related thereto; custom integrated circuit design, product development in the field of radio-frequency devices and integration of computer software into multiple systems and networks, all pertaining to the foregoing technology applications

Goods & Services

Providing electronic processing of electronic funds transfers, namely, ACH, credit card, debit card, and electronic payments

Goods & Services

Radio-frequency identification (RFID) tags; Radio-frequency identification (RFID) readers; Radio-frequency identification (RFID) credentials, namely, cards and tags and readers for radio-frequency identification credentials; electronic devices used to locate lost objects employing radio-frequency; electronic security and surveillance devices, namely, electronic security tags and labels, acoustic tags, magnetic tags; labels carrying magnetically, optically, or electronically recorded or encoded information; hologram apparatus Computer services, namely, computer systems integration services; integration of computer software into multiple systems and networks; platform as a service (PAAS) featuring computer software platforms for computer systems integration in heterogeneous and complex environments in the radio-frequency identification (RFID) field; research and development of technology in the fields of radio-frequency identification in the border patrol, vehicle registration, pharmaceutical control, electronic toll collection, biometric data storage, and passports and secure documents industries, and consultation related thereto; custom integrated circuit design, product development in the field of radio-frequency devices and integration of computer software into multiple systems and networks, all pertaining to the foregoing technology applications

Abstract

A radio frequency identification (RFID) switch tag is disclosed. This RFID switch tag includes a base component having an ultra-high frequency (UHF) booster, and a detachable component having at least one UHF RFID module and a high frequency (HF) RFID module. In some embodiments, the detachable component is positioned in close proximity to the base component in a first configuration of the RFID switch tag such that the at least one UHF RFID module is sufficiently coupled to the UHF booster in the base component to form an UHF RFID system having a desired performance. The detachable component can also be separated from the base component to obtain a second configuration of the RFID switch tag, and the HF RFID module remains functional within the detached detachable component so that the detachable component can be used as a standalone HF RFID tag.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

Abstract

A radio frequency identification (RFID) switch tag is disclosed. This RFID switch tag includes a base component having an ultra-high frequency (UHF) booster, and a detachable component having at least one UHF RFID module and a high frequency (HF) RFID module. In some embodiments, the detachable component is positioned in close proximity to the base component in a first configuration of the RFID switch tag such that the at least one UHF RFID module is sufficiently coupled to the UHF booster in the base component to form an UHF RFID system having a desired performance. The detachable component can also be separated from the base component to obtain a second configuration of the RFID switch tag, and the HF RFID module remains functional within the detached detachable component so that the detachable component can be used as a standalone HF RFID tag.

IPC Classes  ?

• G08B 21/00 - Alarms responsive to a single specified undesired or abnormal condition and not otherwise provided for
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• H04B 5/00 - Near-field transmission systems, e.g. inductive loop type

Abstract

A radio frequency identification (RFID) enabled mirror includes a mirror comprising a reflective layer. The reflective layer comprises at least one layer of a metallic material. At least one portion of the reflective layer is removed to form a booster antenna from a remaining portion of the reflective layer. A dielectric coating is applied to the mirror where the reflective layer was removed. The RFID-enabled mirror further includes an RFID chip coupled to the booster antenna.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• H01Q 1/22 - Supports; Mounting means by structural association with other equipment or articles
• G02B 5/08 - Mirrors
• B60R 1/12 - Mirror assemblies combined with other articles, e.g. clocks
• H01Q 1/32 - Adaptation for use in or on road or rail vehicles
• H01Q 1/38 - Structural form of radiating elements, e.g. cone, spiral, umbrella formed by a conductive layer on an insulating support
• H01Q 7/00 - Loop antennas with a substantially uniform current distribution around the loop and having a directional radiation pattern in a plane perpendicular to the plane of the loop
• H01Q 13/10 - Resonant slot antennas
• H01Q 5/378 - Combination of fed elements with parasitic elements
• H01Q 15/14 - Reflecting surfaces; Equivalent structures

Abstract

A system for automated vehicle identification and detection. The system may utilize native, in-vehicle advanced driver-assistance (ADAS) systems. Native, in-vehicle sensors may include sensors installed by vehicle manufacturers as part of the building of the vehicle for the purposes of assisting drivers in driving and parking functions (i.e., as part of an ADAS system). The system may process data from the native sensors and cameras to obtain features indicative of vehicles in the surroundings proximate to the vehicle on which the ADAS system is installed.

IPC Classes  ?

• G08G 1/017 - Detecting movement of traffic to be counted or controlled identifying vehicles
• G06F 16/51 - Indexing; Data structures therefor; Storage structures
• G06F 16/532 - Query formulation, e.g. graphical querying

Abstract

A method for generating a vehicle identification profile and building a vehicle identification profile database. The method may be executed at an edge of a networked system. The method identifies at least one of a number of characters on a license plate and one or more alphanumeric descriptors. The alphanumeric descriptors are obtained from physical or visual features or characteristics of a vehicle, as identified from a video stream. A vehicle profile including the alphanumeric descriptors and the one of a number of license plate characters is generated.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06V 20/62 - Text, e.g. of license plates, overlay texts or captions on TV images
• G06V 20/40 - Scenes; Scene-specific elements in video content
• G06V 20/54 - Surveillance or monitoring of activities, e.g. for recognising suspicious objects of traffic, e.g. cars on the road, trains or boats
• G06V 30/14 - Image acquisition
• G06V 10/82 - Arrangements for image or video recognition or understanding using pattern recognition or machine learning using neural networks
• G06F 16/535 - Filtering based on additional data, e.g. user or group profiles
• G06F 16/55 - Clustering; Classification

Abstract

A radio frequency identification (RFID) switch tag is disclosed. This RFID switch tag includes a base component having an ultra-high frequency (UHF) booster, and a detachable component having at least one UHF RFID module and a high frequency (HF) RFID module. In some embodiments, the detachable component is positioned in close proximity to the base component in a first configuration of the RFID switch tag such that the at least one UHF RFID module is sufficiently coupled to the UHF booster in the base component to form an UHF RFID system having a desired performance. The detachable component can also be separated from the base component to obtain a second configuration of the RFID switch tag, and the HF RFID module remains functional within the detached detachable component so that the detachable component can be used as a standalone HF RFID tag.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/04 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the shape
• H01Q 1/22 - Supports; Mounting means by structural association with other equipment or articles
• G06K 19/073 - Special arrangements for circuits, e.g. for protecting identification code in memory

Abstract

Embodiments herein provide various systems and methods for automated classification of vehicle reads to build vehicle identification profile and for automated vehicle identification using content extracted from an image frame of a vehicle to identify a most probable vehicle identification profile. An example method comprises capturing, by a camera, a read comprising an image frame including a portion of a vehicle; identifying at least one of a license plate number and a descriptor of the vehicle using image processing on the read; determining a probability value that the read includes the vehicle based on the identified at least one of the license plate number and the descriptor; when the probability value exceeds a threshold value, identifying a vehicle identification profile in a database using the identified at least one of the license plate number and the descriptor; and updating the vehicle identification profile to include the captured read.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 9/00 - Methods or arrangements for reading or recognising printed or written characters or for recognising patterns, e.g. fingerprints
• G06V 20/40 - Scenes; Scene-specific elements in video content
• G06V 20/54 - Surveillance or monitoring of activities, e.g. for recognising suspicious objects of traffic, e.g. cars on the road, trains or boats
• G06V 20/56 - Context or environment of the image exterior to a vehicle by using sensors mounted on the vehicle
• G06V 20/62 - Text, e.g. of license plates, overlay texts or captions on TV images
• G06V 30/10 - Character recognition

Abstract

A Non-transferable Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) assembly for attachment to an article comprises a RFID module; and a antenna module coupled with the RFID module, the antenna module comprising a conductive layer, a substrate, and an adhesive modification layer between the conductive layer and the substrate, the adhesive modification layer configured such that when the assembly is attached to the article and attempt to remove the assembly will cause the substrate to release and leave the conductive layer intact.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G08B 13/24 - Electrical actuation by interference with electromagnetic field distribution

Abstract

Example systems and methods for controlling communication protocols for multi-protocol interrogators are provided herein. In various implementations a multi-protocol interrogator is provided that is capable of exchanging data with a transponder according to a plurality of protocols and is configured to transmit a control signal indicating a preferred protocol from the plurality of protocols over a radio interface. Multi-protocol transponders are also provided that are configured to receive and recognize the control signal, and respond only on the signaled, preferred protocol.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• H04W 88/06 - Terminal devices adapted for operation in multiple networks, e.g. multi-mode terminals
• H04W 4/80 - Services using short range communication, e.g. near-field communication [NFC], radio-frequency identification [RFID] or low energy communication

Abstract

Example systems and methods for controlling communication protocols for multi-protocol interrogators are provided herein. In various implementations a multi-protocol interrogator is provided that is capable of exchanging data with a transponder according to a plurality of protocols and is configured to transmit a control signal indicating a preferred protocol from the plurality of protocols over a radio interface. Multi-protocol transponders are also provided that are configured to receive and recognize the control signal, and respond only on the signaled, preferred protocol.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• H04W 88/06 - Terminal devices adapted for operation in multiple networks, e.g. multi-mode terminals
• H04W 4/80 - Services using short range communication, e.g. near-field communication [NFC], radio-frequency identification [RFID] or low energy communication

Abstract

Example systems and methods for controlling communication protocols for multi-protocol interrogators are provided herein. In various implementations a multi-protocol interrogator is provided that is capable of exchanging data with a transponder according to a plurality of protocols and is configured to transmit a control signal indicating a preferred protocol from the plurality of protocols over a radio interface. Multi-protocol transponders are also provided that are configured to receive and recognize the control signal, and respond only on the signaled, preferred protocol.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 7/10 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation
• H04L 29/06 - Communication control; Communication processing characterised by a protocol
• H04L 12/723 - Label or tag based routing, e.g. multi-protocol label switching [MPLS] or generalised multi-protocol label switching [GMPLS]

Abstract

An account is managed using information read from a dual frequency transponder. Information stored on the dual frequency transponder can be read by a NFC-enabled device and by a UHF RFID reader. The information links, corresponds, or otherwise provides access to account information stored at a remote server. For example, a NFC-enabled device can read the information from the dual frequency transponder and use that information to enable instant and on-the-spot recharging of a toll account. In addition, a UHF RFID toll reader can scan information from the dual frequency transponder and use that information to debit toll charges from the correct toll account. The dual frequency transponder can be embedded in a license plate and read using a reader placed in the road. Additionally, the transponder can be configured to function at the correct frequency only when a valid vehicle registration sticker is applied to the license plate.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06Q 20/32 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using wireless devices
• G06Q 20/28 - Pre-payment schemes, i.e. "pay before"
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G06Q 50/30 - Transportation; Communications
• G06Q 20/34 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using cards, e.g. integrated circuit [IC] cards or magnetic cards
• G06Q 20/36 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using electronic wallets or electronic money safes
• G07B 15/06 - Arrangements for road pricing or congestion charging of vehicles or vehicle users, e.g. automatic toll systems
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

Abstract

A radio frequency identification (RFID) automatic vehicle identification (AVI) system configured to mitigate signal interference, the system comprising a plurality of RFID readers, comprising a first RFID reader and a second RFID reader; and a plurality of antennas, wherein a first antenna is connected to the first RFID reader and a second antenna is connected to the second RFID reader. Prior to the first RFID reader transmitting a signal through the first antenna, the first RFID reader samples a received radio frequency (RF) signal from the first antenna, and if the received RF signal meets predetermined strength and frequency criteria, the first RFID reader inhibits transmission of the signal through the first antenna.

IPC Classes  ?

• G08G 1/01 - Detecting movement of traffic to be counted or controlled
• G06K 7/10 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• H04B 5/00 - Near-field transmission systems, e.g. inductive loop type

Abstract

A radio frequency identification (RFID) enabled mirror includes a mirror comprising a reflective layer. The reflective layer comprises at least one layer of a metallic material. At least one portion of the reflective layer is removed to form a booster antenna from a remaining portion of the reflective layer. A dielectric coating is applied to the mirror where the reflective layer was removed. The RFID-enabled mirror further includes an RFID chip coupled to the booster antenna.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• H01Q 1/22 - Supports; Mounting means by structural association with other equipment or articles
• G02B 5/08 - Mirrors
• B60R 1/12 - Mirror assemblies combined with other articles, e.g. clocks
• H01Q 1/32 - Adaptation for use in or on road or rail vehicles
• H01Q 1/38 - Structural form of radiating elements, e.g. cone, spiral, umbrella formed by a conductive layer on an insulating support
• H01Q 7/00 - Loop antennas with a substantially uniform current distribution around the loop and having a directional radiation pattern in a plane perpendicular to the plane of the loop
• H01Q 13/10 - Resonant slot antennas
• H01Q 5/378 - Combination of fed elements with parasitic elements
• H01Q 15/14 - Reflecting surfaces; Equivalent structures

Abstract

Techniques, systems, and devices are disclosed for the design and manufacturing of a radio-frequency identification (RFID)-enabled license plate. In one aspect, a proposed RFID-enabled license plate includes a metal plate and a RFID assembly integrated with the metal plate. The RFID assembly further includes a front cover attached to a first side of the metal plate and a back cover attached to a back side of the metal plate opposite to the front cover, and the front cover and the back cover substantially overlap with each other. The RFID assembly additionally includes a RFID tag sandwiched between the front cover and the back cover and is affixed to at least one of the front cover and the back cover. As such, the RFID tag is substantially tamper-proof.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/06 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the kind of the digital marking, e.g. shape, nature, code
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/073 - Special arrangements for circuits, e.g. for protecting identification code in memory

Abstract

A radio frequency identification (RFID) enabled mirror includes a mirror comprising a reflective layer. The reflective layer comprises at least one layer of a metallic material. At least one portion of the reflective layer is removed to form a booster antenna from a remaining portion of the reflective layer. A dielectric coating is applied to the mirror where the reflective layer was removed. The RFID-enabled mirror further includes an RFID chip coupled to the booster antenna.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• H01Q 1/22 - Supports; Mounting means by structural association with other equipment or articles
• G02B 5/08 - Mirrors
• B60R 1/12 - Mirror assemblies combined with other articles, e.g. clocks
• H01Q 1/32 - Adaptation for use in or on road or rail vehicles
• H01Q 1/38 - Structural form of radiating elements, e.g. cone, spiral, umbrella formed by a conductive layer on an insulating support
• H01Q 7/00 - Loop antennas with a substantially uniform current distribution around the loop and having a directional radiation pattern in a plane perpendicular to the plane of the loop
• H01Q 13/10 - Resonant slot antennas
• H01Q 5/378 - Combination of fed elements with parasitic elements
• H01Q 15/14 - Reflecting surfaces; Equivalent structures

Abstract

A radio frequency identification (RFID) switch tag is disclosed. This RFID switch tag includes a base component having an ultra-high frequency (UHF) booster, and a detachable component having at least one UHF RFID module and a high frequency (HF) RFID module. In some embodiments, the detachable component is positioned in close proximity to the base component in a first configuration of the RFID switch tag such that the at least one UHF RFID module is sufficiently coupled to the UHF booster in the base component to form an UHF RFID system having a desired performance. The detachable component can also be separated from the base component to obtain a second configuration of the RFID switch tag, and the HF RFID module remains functional within the detached detachable component so that the detachable component can be used as a standalone HF RFID tag.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06Q 20/32 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using wireless devices
• G06Q 20/36 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using electronic wallets or electronic money safes
• G06Q 20/34 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using cards, e.g. integrated circuit [IC] cards or magnetic cards
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G07B 15/06 - Arrangements for road pricing or congestion charging of vehicles or vehicle users, e.g. automatic toll systems
• G06Q 20/28 - Pre-payment schemes, i.e. "pay before"
• G06Q 50/30 - Transportation; Communications

Abstract

A Non-transferable Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) assembly for attachment to an article comprises a RFID module; and a antenna module coupled with the RFID module, the antenna module comprising a conductive layer, a substrate, and an adhesive modification layer between the conductive layer and the substrate, the adhesive modification layer configured such that when the assembly is attached to the article and attempt to remove the assembly will cause the substrate to release and leave the conductive layer intact.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G08B 13/24 - Electrical actuation by interference with electromagnetic field distribution

Abstract

A radio frequency identification (RFID) switch tag is disclosed. This RFID switch tag includes a base component having an ultra-high frequency (UHF) booster, and a detachable component having at least one UHF RFID module and a high frequency (HF) RFID module. In some embodiments, the detachable component is positioned in close proximity to the base component in a first configuration of the RFID switch tag such that the at least one UHF RFID module is sufficiently coupled to the UHF booster in the base component to form an UHF RFID system having a desired performance. The detachable component can also be separated from the base component to obtain a second configuration of the RFID switch tag, and the HF RFID module remains functional within the detached detachable component so that the detachable component can be used as a standalone HF RFID tag.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/04 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the shape
• H01Q 1/22 - Supports; Mounting means by structural association with other equipment or articles
• G06K 19/073 - Special arrangements for circuits, e.g. for protecting identification code in memory

Abstract

A radio frequency identification (RFID) switch tag is disclosed. This RFID switch tag includes a base component having an ultra-high frequency (UHF) booster, and a detachable component having at least one UHF RFID module and a high frequency (HF) RFID module. In some embodiments, the detachable component is positioned in close proximity to the base component in a first configuration of the RFID switch tag such that the at least one UHF RFID module is sufficiently coupled to the UHF booster in the base component to form an UHF RFID system having a desired performance. The detachable component can also be separated from the base component to obtain a second configuration of the RFID switch tag, and the HF RFID module remains functional within the detached detachable component so that the detachable component can be used as a standalone HF RFID tag.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

Abstract

Embodiments herein provide various systems and methods for automated classification of vehicle reads to build vehicle identification profile and for automated vehicle identification using content extracted from an image frame of a vehicle to identify a most probable vehicle identification profile. An example method comprises capturing, by a camera, a read comprising an image frame including a portion of a vehicle; identifying at least one of a license plate number and a descriptor of the vehicle using image processing on the read; determining a probability value that the read includes the vehicle based on the identified at least one of the license plate number and the descriptor; when the probability value exceeds a threshold value, identifying a vehicle identification profile in a database using the identified at least one of the license plate number and the descriptor; and updating the vehicle identification profile to include the captured read.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 9/00 - Methods or arrangements for reading or recognising printed or written characters or for recognising patterns, e.g. fingerprints
• G06K 9/20 - Image acquisition
• G06K 9/32 - Aligning or centering of the image pick-up or image-field
• G08G 1/017 - Detecting movement of traffic to be counted or controlled identifying vehicles
• G08G 1/04 - Detecting movement of traffic to be counted or controlled using optical or ultrasonic detectors

Abstract

Embodiments herein provide various systems and methods for automated classification of vehicle reads to build vehicle identification profile and for automated vehicle identification using content extracted from an image frame of a vehicle to identify a most probable vehicle identification profile. An example method comprises capturing, by a camera, a read comprising an image frame including a portion of a vehicle; identifying at least one of a license plate number and a descriptor of the vehicle using image processing on the read; determining a probability value that the read includes the vehicle based on the identified at least one of the license plate number and the descriptor; when the probability value exceeds a threshold value, identifying a vehicle identification profile in a database using the identified at least one of the license plate number and the descriptor; and updating the vehicle identification profile to include the captured read.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 9/00 - Methods or arrangements for reading or recognising printed or written characters or for recognising patterns, e.g. fingerprints

Abstract

A self-declaring electronic license plate (e-plate) system for a vehicle is disclosed. This self-declaring e-plate system includes: an input device; a radio frequency identification (RFID) reader coupled to the input device; and an RFID-enabled license plate. In some embodiments, the input device is configured to receive vehicle occupancy information and triggers the RFID reader to write the received vehicle occupancy information to the RFID-enabled license plate in response to receiving the vehicle occupancy information. The RFID reader is configured to write at least a portion of the received vehicle occupancy information to the RFID-enabled license plate. The RFID-enabled license plate is configured to provide at least a portion of the received vehicle occupancy information to an electronic toll collection (ETC) reader. In some embodiments, the received vehicle occupancy information includes a current number of occupants self-declared by a user, such as a driver or a passenger inside the vehicle.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60R 25/24 - Means to switch the anti-theft system on or off using electronic identifiers containing a code not memorised by the user
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G06K 7/10 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation
• B60R 25/10 - Fittings or systems for preventing or indicating unauthorised use or theft of vehicles actuating a signalling device

Abstract

An account is managed using information read from a dual frequency transponder. Information stored on the dual frequency transponder can be read by a NFC-enabled device and by a UHF RFID reader. The information links, corresponds, or otherwise provides access to account information stored at a remote server. For example, a NFC-enabled device can read the information from the dual frequency transponder and use that information to enable instant and on-the-spot recharging of a toll account. In addition, a UHF RFID toll reader can scan information from the dual frequency transponder and use that information to debit toll charges from the correct toll account. The dual frequency transponder can be embedded in a license plate and read using a reader placed in the road. Additionally, the transponder can be configured to function at the correct frequency only when a valid vehicle registration sticker is applied to the license plate.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 7/08 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by means detecting the change of an electrostatic or magnetic field, e.g. by detecting change of capacitance between electrodes
• G06K 19/06 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the kind of the digital marking, e.g. shape, nature, code
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G06Q 20/28 - Pre-payment schemes, i.e. "pay before"
• G06Q 50/30 - Transportation; Communications
• G07B 15/06 - Arrangements for road pricing or congestion charging of vehicles or vehicle users, e.g. automatic toll systems
• G06Q 20/32 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using wireless devices
• G06Q 20/34 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using cards, e.g. integrated circuit [IC] cards or magnetic cards
• G06Q 20/36 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using electronic wallets or electronic money safes
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

Goods & Services

Downloadable computer software platforms and downloadable software applications for mobile phones, namely, software that enables users to create an individual uniform transportation account, for producing notifications and alerts based on the data collected and stored thereon about available travel routes, traffic congestion situations, alternative available modes of transportation, and real-time pricing for alternative modes of transportation, and for providing a direct payment method for each fare or toll Platform as a service (PAAS) featuring computer software platforms for collecting, organizing and storing data; application service provider, namely, hosting, managing, developing, and maintaining applications and software that enables users to create an individual uniform transportation account, for producing notifications and alerts based on the data collected and stored thereon about available travel routes, traffic congestion situations, alternative available modes of transportation, and real-time pricing for alternative modes of transportation, and for providing a direct payment method for each fare or toll

Abstract

In the embodiments described herein, a RFID enabled license plate is constructed by using the license plate, or a retro-reflective layer formed thereon as part of the resonator configured to transmit signals generated by and RFID chip integrated with the license plate. Such an RFID enabled license plate can include a metal license plate with a slot formed in the metal license plate, and a RFID tag module positioned in the slot. The RFID tag module can include a chip and a loop, and the loop can be coupled with the metal license plate, e.g., via inductive or conductive coupling. In this manner, the metal license plate can be configured to act as a resonator providing increased performance.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G08B 13/24 - Electrical actuation by interference with electromagnetic field distribution

Abstract

The present disclosure provides various examples of a self-declaring wireless device installed on a vehicle operable to automatically detect, determine and declare occupancy information of the vehicle traveling on a restricted traffic lane to an electronic toll collection (ETC) system. According to one aspect, a process for performing self-declaration by a vehicle traveling on a restricted traffic lane includes the steps of: receiving sensor data collected by one or more sensors installed on the vehicle; determining occupancy data of the vehicle based on the received sensor data; and controlling a wireless transceiver installed on the vehicle to communicate with an electronic toll collection (ETC) system associated with the restricted traffic lane based on the determined occupancy data.

IPC Classes  ?

• G07B 15/06 - Arrangements for road pricing or congestion charging of vehicles or vehicle users, e.g. automatic toll systems
• B60N 2/00 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles
• G06Q 20/10 - Payment architectures specially adapted for home banking systems
• G06K 19/04 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the shape
• G06K 19/073 - Special arrangements for circuits, e.g. for protecting identification code in memory
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G08G 1/017 - Detecting movement of traffic to be counted or controlled identifying vehicles

Abstract

A radio frequency identification (RFID) enabled mirror includes a mirror comprising a reflective layer. The reflective layer comprises at least one layer of a metallic material. At least one portion of the reflective layer is removed to form a booster antenna from a remaining portion of the reflective layer. A dielectric coating is applied to the mirror where the reflective layer was removed. The RFID-enabled mirror further includes an RFID chip coupled to the booster antenna.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• H01Q 1/22 - Supports; Mounting means by structural association with other equipment or articles
• G02B 5/08 - Mirrors
• B60R 1/12 - Mirror assemblies combined with other articles, e.g. clocks
• H01Q 1/32 - Adaptation for use in or on road or rail vehicles
• H01Q 1/38 - Structural form of radiating elements, e.g. cone, spiral, umbrella formed by a conductive layer on an insulating support
• H01Q 7/00 - Loop antennas with a substantially uniform current distribution around the loop and having a directional radiation pattern in a plane perpendicular to the plane of the loop
• H01Q 13/10 - Resonant slot antennas
• H01Q 5/378 - Combination of fed elements with parasitic elements
• H01Q 15/14 - Reflecting surfaces; Equivalent structures

Abstract

An account is managed using information read from a dual frequency transponder. Information stored on the dual frequency transponder can be read by a NFC-enabled device and by a UHF RFID reader. The information links, corresponds, or otherwise provides access to account information stored at a remote server. For example, a NFC-enabled device can read the information from the dual frequency transponder and use that information to enable instant and on-the-spot recharging of a toll account. In addition, a UHF RFID toll reader can scan information from the dual frequency transponder and use that information to debit toll charges from the correct toll account. The dual frequency transponder can be embedded in a license plate and read using a reader placed in the road. Additionally, the transponder can be configured to function at the correct frequency only when a valid vehicle registration sticker is applied to the license plate.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06Q 20/32 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using wireless devices
• G06Q 20/28 - Pre-payment schemes, i.e. "pay before"
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G06Q 50/30 - Transportation; Communications
• G06Q 20/34 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using cards, e.g. integrated circuit [IC] cards or magnetic cards
• G06Q 20/36 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using electronic wallets or electronic money safes
• G07B 15/06 - Arrangements for road pricing or congestion charging of vehicles or vehicle users, e.g. automatic toll systems
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

Abstract

A radio frequency identification (RFID) switch tag is disclosed. This RFID switch tag includes a base component having an ultra-high frequency (UHF) booster, and a detachable component having at least one UHF RFID module and a high frequency (HF) RFID module. In some embodiments, the detachable component is positioned in close proximity to the base component in a first configuration of the RFID switch tag such that the at least one UHF RFID module is sufficiently coupled to the UHF booster in the base component to form an UHF RFID system having a desired performance. The detachable component can also be separated from the base component to obtain a second configuration of the RFID switch tag, and the HF RFID module remains functional within the detached detachable component so that the detachable component can be used as a standalone HF RFID tag.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06Q 20/32 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using wireless devices
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06Q 20/36 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using electronic wallets or electronic money safes
• G06Q 20/34 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using cards, e.g. integrated circuit [IC] cards or magnetic cards
• G07B 15/06 - Arrangements for road pricing or congestion charging of vehicles or vehicle users, e.g. automatic toll systems
• G06Q 20/28 - Pre-payment schemes, i.e. "pay before"
• G06Q 50/30 - Transportation; Communications

Abstract

A radio frequency identification (RFID) switch tag is disclosed. This RFID switch tag includes a base component having an ultra-high frequency (UHF) booster, and a detachable component having at least one UHF RFID module and a high frequency (HF) RFID module. In some embodiments, the detachable component is positioned in close proximity to the base component in a first configuration of the RFID switch tag such that the at least one UHF RFID module is sufficiently coupled to the UHF booster in the base component to form an UHF RFID system having a desired performance. The detachable component can also be separated from the base component to obtain a second configuration of the RFID switch tag, and the HF RFID module remains functional within the detached detachable component so that the detachable component can be used as a standalone HF RFID tag.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips

Abstract

A radio frequency identification (RFID) switch tag is disclosed. This RFID switch tag includes a base component having an ultra-high frequency (UHF) booster, and a detachable component having at least one UHF RFID module and a high frequency (HF) RFID module. In some embodiments, the detachable component is positioned in close proximity to the base component in a first configuration of the RFID switch tag such that the at least one UHF RFID module is sufficiently coupled to the UHF booster in the base component to form an UHF RFID system having a desired performance. The detachable component can also be separated from the base component to obtain a second configuration of the RFID switch tag, and the HF RFID module remains functional within the detached detachable component so that the detachable component can be used as a standalone HF RFID tag.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

Abstract

A self-declaring electronic license plate (e-plate) system for a vehicle is disclosed. This self-declaring e-plate system includes: an input device; a radio frequency identification (RFID) reader coupled to the input device; and an RFID-enabled license plate. In some embodiments, the input device is configured to receive vehicle occupancy information and triggers the RFID reader to write the received vehicle occupancy information to the RFID-enabled license plate in response to receiving the vehicle occupancy information. The RFID reader is configured to write at least a portion of the received vehicle occupancy information to the RFID-enabled license plate. The RFID-enabled license plate is configured to provide at least a portion of the received vehicle occupancy information to an electronic toll collection (ETC) reader. In some embodiments, the received vehicle occupancy information includes a current number of occupants self-declared by a user, such as a driver or a passenger inside the vehicle.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60R 25/24 - Means to switch the anti-theft system on or off using electronic identifiers containing a code not memorised by the user
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G06K 7/10 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation
• B60R 25/10 - Fittings or systems for preventing or indicating unauthorised use or theft of vehicles actuating a signalling device

Abstract

A radio frequency identification (RFID) automatic vehicle identification (AVI) system configured to mitigate signal interference, the system comprising a plurality of RFID readers, comprising a first RFID reader and a second RFID reader; and a plurality of antennas, wherein a first antenna is connected to the first RFID reader and a second antenna is connected to the second RFID reader. Prior to the first RFID reader transmitting a signal through the first antenna, the first RFID reader samples a received radio frequency (RF) signal from the first antenna, and if the received RF signal meets predetermined strength and frequency criteria, the first RFID reader inhibits transmission of the signal through the first antenna.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04Q 5/22 - Selecting arrangements wherein two or more subscriber stations are connected by the same line to the exchange with indirect connection, i.e. through subordinate switching centre the subordinate centre not permitting interconnection of subscribers connected thereto
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G06K 7/10 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation
• H04B 5/00 - Near-field transmission systems, e.g. inductive loop type

Abstract

A radio frequency identification (RFID) switch tag is disclosed. This RFID switch tag includes a base component having an ultra-high frequency (UHF) booster, and a detachable component having at least one UHF RFID module and a high frequency (HF) RFID module. In some embodiments, the detachable component is positioned in close proximity to the base component in a first configuration of the RFID switch tag such that the at least one UHF RFID module is sufficiently coupled to the UHF booster in the base component to form an UHF RFID system having a desired performance. The detachable component can also be separated from the base component to obtain a second configuration of the RFID switch tag, and the HF RFID module remains functional within the detached detachable component so that the detachable component can be used as a standalone HF RFID tag.

IPC Classes  ?

• G08B 21/00 - Alarms responsive to a single specified undesired or abnormal condition and not otherwise provided for
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• H04B 5/00 - Near-field transmission systems, e.g. inductive loop type

Abstract

A radio frequency identification (RFID) switch tag is disclosed. This RFID switch tag includes a base component having an ultra-high frequency (UHF) booster, and a detachable component having at least one UHF RFID module and a high frequency (HF) RFID module. In some embodiments, the detachable component is positioned in close proximity to the base component in a first configuration of the RFID switch tag such that the at least one UHF RFID module is sufficiently coupled to the UHF booster in the base component to form an UHF RFID system having a desired performance. The detachable component can also be separated from the base component to obtain a second configuration of the RFID switch tag, and the HF RFID module remains functional within the detached detachable component so that the detachable component can be used as a standalone HF RFID tag.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/04 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the shape
• H01Q 1/22 - Supports; Mounting means by structural association with other equipment or articles
• G06K 19/073 - Special arrangements for circuits, e.g. for protecting identification code in memory

Abstract

A Non-transferable Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) assembly for attachment to an article comprises a RFID module; and a antenna module coupled with the RFID module, the antenna module comprising a conductive layer, a substrate, and an adhesive modification layer between the conductive layer and the substrate, the adhesive modification layer configured such that when the assembly is attached to the article and attempt to remove the assembly will cause the substrate to release and leave the conductive layer intact.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G08B 13/24 - Electrical actuation by interference with electromagnetic field distribution

Abstract

Techniques, systems, and devices are disclosed for the design and manufacturing of a radio-frequency identification (RFID)-enabled license plate. In one aspect, a proposed RFID-enabled license plate includes a metal plate and a RFID assembly integrated with the metal plate. The RFID assembly further includes a front cover attached to a first side of the metal plate and a back cover attached to a back side of the metal plate opposite to the front cover, and the front cover and the back cover substantially overlap with each other. The RFID assembly additionally includes a RFID tag sandwiched between the front cover and the back cover and is affixed to at least one of the front cover and the back cover. As such, the RFID tag is substantially tamper-proof.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/06 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the kind of the digital marking, e.g. shape, nature, code
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/073 - Special arrangements for circuits, e.g. for protecting identification code in memory

Abstract

A radio frequency identification (RFID) enabled mirror includes a mirror comprising a reflective layer. The reflective layer comprises at least one layer of a metallic material. At least one portion of the reflective layer is removed to form a booster antenna from a remaining portion of the reflective layer. A dielectric coating is applied to the mirror where the reflective layer was removed. The RFID-enabled mirror further includes an RFID chip coupled to the booster antenna.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• H01Q 1/22 - Supports; Mounting means by structural association with other equipment or articles
• G02B 5/08 - Mirrors
• B60R 1/12 - Mirror assemblies combined with other articles, e.g. clocks
• H01Q 1/32 - Adaptation for use in or on road or rail vehicles
• H01Q 1/38 - Structural form of radiating elements, e.g. cone, spiral, umbrella formed by a conductive layer on an insulating support
• H01Q 7/00 - Loop antennas with a substantially uniform current distribution around the loop and having a directional radiation pattern in a plane perpendicular to the plane of the loop
• H01Q 13/10 - Resonant slot antennas
• H01Q 5/378 - Combination of fed elements with parasitic elements
• H01Q 15/14 - Reflecting surfaces; Equivalent structures

Abstract

The present disclosure provides various examples of a self-declaring wireless device installed on a vehicle operable to automatically detect, determine and declare occupancy information of the vehicle traveling on a restricted traffic lane to an electronic toll collection (ETC) system. According to one aspect, a process for performing self-declaration by a vehicle traveling on a restricted traffic lane includes the steps of: receiving sensor data collected by one or more sensors installed on the vehicle; determining occupancy data of the vehicle based on the received sensor data; and controlling a wireless transceiver installed on the vehicle to communicate with an electronic toll collection (ETC) system associated with the restricted traffic lane based on the determined occupancy data.

IPC Classes  ?

• G07B 15/06 - Arrangements for road pricing or congestion charging of vehicles or vehicle users, e.g. automatic toll systems
• B60N 2/00 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles
• G06Q 20/10 - Payment architectures specially adapted for home banking systems
• G06K 19/04 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the shape
• G06K 19/073 - Special arrangements for circuits, e.g. for protecting identification code in memory
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G08G 1/017 - Detecting movement of traffic to be counted or controlled identifying vehicles

Abstract

Various embodiments of RFID switch devices are disclosed herein. Such RFID switch devices advantageously enable manual activation/deactivation of the RF module. The RFID switch device may include a RF module with an integrated circuit adapted to ohmically connect to a substantially coplanar conductive trace pattern, as well as booster antenna for extending the operational range of the RFID device. The operational range of the RFID switch device may be extended when a region of the booster antenna overlaps a region of the conductive trace pattern on the RF module via inductive or capacitive coupling. The RFID switch device may further include a visual indicator displaying a first color if the RFID switch device is in an active state and/or a second color if the RFID switch device is in an inactive state.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/04 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the shape
• G06K 19/073 - Special arrangements for circuits, e.g. for protecting identification code in memory
• H01Q 1/22 - Supports; Mounting means by structural association with other equipment or articles

Abstract

A radio frequency identification (RFID) automatic vehicle identification (AVI) system configured to mitigate signal interference, the system comprising a plurality of RFID readers, comprising a first RFID reader and a second RFID reader; and a plurality of antennas, wherein a first antenna is connected to the first RFID reader and a second antenna is connected to the second RFID reader. Prior to the first RFID reader transmitting a signal through the first antenna, the first RFID reader samples a received radio frequency (RF) signal from the first antenna, and if the received RF signal meets predetermined strength and frequency criteria, the first RFID reader inhibits transmission of the signal through the first antenna.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G06K 7/10 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation
• H04B 5/00 - Near-field transmission systems, e.g. inductive loop type

Abstract

Systems and methods for a tamper-evident cargo container seal bolt lock are disclosed herein. The device can include a receiving member, a conductive bolt member adapted to be snap-locked into the receiving member, and a plastic encapsulant which tethers the bolt member to the receiving member. The encapsulant can contain an electrically conductive medium, such as a wire, which runs from the receiving member to the second end of the bolt. A sensory circuit disposed within the receiving member can be configured to sense whether the circuit has been interrupted (e.g., if the bolt has been cut). In the event of an interruption, the circuit can record the present time and/or date in memory. An RFID transponder disposed within the encapsulant or the receiving member can then transmit the recorded date/time to an RFID interrogator if a dispute subsequently arises as to when the lock had been broken.

IPC Classes  ?

• E05B 39/04 - Locks giving indication of unauthorised unlocking with counting or registering devices
• E05B 17/00 - Accessories in connection with locks
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• B65D 90/22 - Safety features
• G06F 3/03 - Arrangements for converting the position or the displacement of a member into a coded form
• E05B 17/22 - Means for operating or controlling lock or fastening device accessories, i.e. other than the fastening members, e.g. switches, indicators
• E05B 39/00 - Locks giving indication of unauthorised unlocking
• E05B 73/00 - Devices for locking portable objects against unauthorised removal; Locking devices not provided for in other groups of this subclass
• G07C 1/32 - Time-recording locks
• E05B 47/00 - Operating or controlling locks or other fastening devices by electric or magnetic means
• G09F 3/03 - Forms or constructions of security seals

Abstract

Systems and methods for a tamper-evident cargo container seal bolt lock are disclosed herein. The device can include a bolt member having a conductive medium running the axial length of the bolt, and a receiving member for locking the bolt into place. A battery-driven sensory circuit including a memory means, a processor, and a timing circuit can be disposed within the receiving member such that a continuous circuit is formed from one circuit pin over the conductive medium through the length of the bolt and back to a second pin. The sensory circuit is configured to sense whether the circuit has been interrupted (e.g., if the bolt has been cut). In the event of an interruption, the circuit can record the time and/or date in memory. This information can then be transmitted to an RFID reader/interrogator if a dispute arises as to when the lock had been broken.

IPC Classes  ?

• G09F 3/03 - Forms or constructions of security seals
• E05B 45/06 - Electric alarm locks
• E05B 17/22 - Means for operating or controlling lock or fastening device accessories, i.e. other than the fastening members, e.g. switches, indicators
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

Abstract

An account is managed using information read from a dual frequency transponder. Information stored on the dual frequency transponder can be read by a NFC-enabled device and by a UHF RFID reader. The information links, corresponds, or otherwise provides access to account information stored at a remote server. For example, a NFC-enabled device can read the information from the dual frequency transponder and use that information to enable instant and on-the-spot recharging of a toll account. In addition, a UHF RFID toll reader can scan information from the dual frequency transponder and use that information to debit toll charges from the correct toll account. The dual frequency transponder can be embedded in a license plate and read using a reader placed in the road. Additionally, the transponder can be configured to function at the correct frequency only when a valid vehicle registration sticker is applied to the license plate.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 5/00 - Methods or arrangements for verifying the correctness of markings on a record carrier; Column-detection devices
• G06K 19/06 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the kind of the digital marking, e.g. shape, nature, code
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G06Q 20/28 - Pre-payment schemes, i.e. "pay before"
• G06Q 50/30 - Transportation; Communications
• G07B 15/06 - Arrangements for road pricing or congestion charging of vehicles or vehicle users, e.g. automatic toll systems
• G06Q 20/32 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using wireless devices
• G06Q 20/34 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using cards, e.g. integrated circuit [IC] cards or magnetic cards
• G06Q 20/36 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using electronic wallets or electronic money safes
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

Abstract

The present disclosure provides various examples of a self-declaring wireless device installed on a vehicle operable to automatically detect, determine and declare occupancy information of the vehicle traveling on a restricted traffic lane to an electronic toll collection (ETC) system. According to one aspect, a process for performing self-declaration by a vehicle traveling on a restricted traffic lane includes the steps of: receiving sensor data collected by one or more sensors installed on the vehicle; determining occupancy data of the vehicle based on the received sensor data; and controlling a wireless transceiver installed on the vehicle to communicate with an electronic toll collection (ETC) system associated with the restricted traffic lane based on the determined occupancy data.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60N 2/00 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles
• G06K 19/04 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the shape
• G06Q 20/10 - Payment architectures specially adapted for home banking systems
• G07B 15/06 - Arrangements for road pricing or congestion charging of vehicles or vehicle users, e.g. automatic toll systems
• G06K 19/073 - Special arrangements for circuits, e.g. for protecting identification code in memory
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G08G 1/017 - Detecting movement of traffic to be counted or controlled identifying vehicles

Abstract

Embodiments described herein provide various examples of a low cost, low power, fully automated, unobtrusive, and vehicle-independent radio frequency (RF) communication device to be plugged into a standard on-board diagnostic (OBD) port inside a vehicle to access OBD diagnostic data. According to one aspect, an OBD device for a vehicle is disclosed. This OBD device includes: an OBD adapter configured to be plugged into an OBD port of a vehicle and a first RFID module electrically coupled to the OBD adapter. The first RFID module is further configured to receive OBD data of a vehicle from an associated OBD port via the OBD adapter and communicate at least a portion of the received OBD data to a first RFID reader when the first RFID module is queried by the first RFID reader.

IPC Classes  ?

• G07C 5/08 - Registering or indicating performance data other than driving, working, idle, or waiting time, with or without registering driving, working, idle, or waiting time
• G07C 5/00 - Registering or indicating the working of vehicles
• G06K 7/10 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation

Abstract

An RFID tag and a method of its use are disclosed. One such RFID tag includes first, second, and third RFID inlays included on a tag housing, the first, second, and third RFID inlays each corresponding to a different rate identifier. The tag also includes a panel engaged with the housing and movable among first, second and third positions. The panel includes RFID shorting structures each positioned to electrically contact one of the first, second, and third RFID inlays such that, in any of the first, second, and third positions, only one of the first, second, and third RFID inlays remains active.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/073 - Special arrangements for circuits, e.g. for protecting identification code in memory
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G06Q 99/00 - Subject matter not provided for in other groups of this subclass

Abstract

Various embodiments of RFID switch devices are disclosed herein. Such RFID switch devices advantageously enable manual activation/deactivation of the RF module. The RFID switch device may include a RF module with an integrated circuit adapted to ohmically connect to a substantially coplanar conductive trace pattern, as well as booster antenna for extending the operational range of the RFID device. The operational range of the RFID switch device may be extended when a region of the booster antenna overlaps a region of the conductive trace pattern on the RF module via inductive or capacitive coupling. The RFID switch device may further include a visual indicator displaying a first color if the RFID switch device is in an active state and/or a second color if the RFID switch device is in an inactive state.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01Q 1/22 - Supports; Mounting means by structural association with other equipment or articles
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/04 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the shape
• G06K 19/073 - Special arrangements for circuits, e.g. for protecting identification code in memory

Abstract

A radio frequency identification (RFID) enabled mirror includes a mirror comprising a reflective layer. The reflective layer comprises at least one layer of a metallic material. At least one portion of the reflective layer is removed to form a booster antenna from a remaining portion of the reflective layer. A dielectric coating is applied to the mirror where the reflective layer was removed. The RFID-enabled mirror further includes an RFID chip coupled to the booster antenna.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60R 1/12 - Mirror assemblies combined with other articles, e.g. clocks
• G02B 5/08 - Mirrors
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• H01Q 1/22 - Supports; Mounting means by structural association with other equipment or articles
• H01Q 1/32 - Adaptation for use in or on road or rail vehicles
• H01Q 1/38 - Structural form of radiating elements, e.g. cone, spiral, umbrella formed by a conductive layer on an insulating support
• H01Q 7/00 - Loop antennas with a substantially uniform current distribution around the loop and having a directional radiation pattern in a plane perpendicular to the plane of the loop
• H01Q 13/10 - Resonant slot antennas
• H01Q 5/378 - Combination of fed elements with parasitic elements
• H01Q 15/14 - Reflecting surfaces; Equivalent structures

Abstract

A Non-transferable Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) assembly for attachment to an article comprises a RFID module; and a antenna module coupled with the RFID module, the antenna module comprising a conductive layer, a substrate, and an adhesive modification layer between the conductive layer and the substrate, the adhesive modification layer configured such that when the assembly is attached to the article and attempt to remove the assembly will cause the substrate to release and leave the conductive layer intact.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G08B 13/24 - Electrical actuation by interference with electromagnetic field distribution

Abstract

An account is managed using information read from a dual frequency transponder. Information stored on the dual frequency transponder can be read by a NFC-enabled device and by a UHF RFID reader. The information links, corresponds, or otherwise provides access to account information stored at a remote server. For example, a NFC-enabled device can read the information from the dual frequency transponder and use that information to enable instant and on-the-spot recharging of a toll account. In addition, a UHF RFID toll reader can scan information from the dual frequency transponder and use that information to debit toll charges from the correct toll account. The dual frequency transponder can be embedded in a license plate and read using a reader placed in the road. Additionally, the transponder can be configured to function at the correct frequency only when a valid vehicle registration sticker is applied to the license plate.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06Q 20/32 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using wireless devices
• G06Q 20/28 - Pre-payment schemes, i.e. "pay before"
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G06Q 50/30 - Transportation; Communications
• G06Q 20/34 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using cards, e.g. integrated circuit [IC] cards or magnetic cards
• G06Q 20/36 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using electronic wallets or electronic money safes
• G07B 15/06 - Arrangements for road pricing or congestion charging of vehicles or vehicle users, e.g. automatic toll systems
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

Abstract

A radio frequency identification (RFID) automatic vehicle identification (AVI) system configured to mitigate signal interference, the system comprising a plurality of RFID readers, comprising a first RFID reader and a second RFID reader; and a plurality of antennas, wherein a first antenna is connected to the first RFID reader and a second antenna is connected to the second RFID reader. Prior to the first RFID reader transmitting a signal through the first antenna, the first RFID reader samples a received radio frequency (RF) signal from the first antenna, and if the received RF signal meets predetermined strength and frequency criteria, the first RFID reader inhibits transmission of the signal through the first antenna.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G06K 7/10 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation
• H04B 5/00 - Near-field transmission systems, e.g. inductive loop type

Abstract

Various embodiments of RFID switch devices are disclosed herein. Such RFID switch devices advantageously enable manual activation/deactivation of the RF module. The RFID switch device may include a RF module with an integrated circuit adapted to ohmically connect to a substantially coplanar conductive trace pattern, as well as booster antenna for extending the operational range of the RFID device. The operational range of the RFID switch device may be extended when a region of the booster antenna overlaps a region of the conductive trace pattern on the RF module via inductive or capacitive coupling. The RFID switch device may further include a visual indicator displaying a first color if the RFID switch device is in an active state and/or a second color if the RFID switch device is in an inactive state.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/04 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the shape
• G06K 19/073 - Special arrangements for circuits, e.g. for protecting identification code in memory
• H01Q 1/22 - Supports; Mounting means by structural association with other equipment or articles

Abstract

Various embodiments of RFID switch devices are disclosed herein. Such RFID switch devices advantageously enable manual activation/deactivation of the RF module. The RFID switch device may include a RF module with an integrated circuit adapted to ohmically connect to a substantially coplanar conductive trace pattern, as well as booster antenna for extending the operational range of the RFID device. The operational range of the RFID switch device may be extended when a region of the booster antenna overlaps a region of the conductive trace pattern on the RF module via inductive or capacitive coupling. In some embodiments, all or a portion of the booster antenna may at least partially shield the RF module when the RFID switch device is in an inactive state.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/04 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the shape
• G06K 19/073 - Special arrangements for circuits, e.g. for protecting identification code in memory
• H01Q 1/22 - Supports; Mounting means by structural association with other equipment or articles

Abstract

A license plate validation system for a vehicle is disclosed. This license plate validation system includes: a radio frequency identification (RFID) reader located inside the vehicle and configured to read from an RFID-enabled license plate on the vehicle upon detecting an attempt to start the vehicle; and a microcontroller coupled to the RFID reader and configured to receive, from the RFID reader, information obtained from the RFID-enabled license plate and subsequently determine, based at least on the received information, whether the vehicle is properly registered. In some embodiments, the microcontroller and the RFID reader are integrated as a single electronic module.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/06 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the kind of the digital marking, e.g. shape, nature, code
• B60R 25/24 - Means to switch the anti-theft system on or off using electronic identifiers containing a code not memorised by the user
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 7/10 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation
• G06K 19/073 - Special arrangements for circuits, e.g. for protecting identification code in memory

Abstract

A radio frequency identification (RFID) enabled mirror includes a mirror comprising a reflective layer. The reflective layer comprises at least one layer of a metallic material. At least one portion of the reflective layer is removed to form a booster antenna from a remaining portion of the reflective layer. A dielectric coating is applied to the mirror where the reflective layer was removed. The RFID-enabled mirror further includes an RFID chip coupled to the booster antenna.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• H01Q 1/22 - Supports; Mounting means by structural association with other equipment or articles
• G02B 5/08 - Mirrors
• B60R 1/12 - Mirror assemblies combined with other articles, e.g. clocks
• H01Q 1/32 - Adaptation for use in or on road or rail vehicles
• H01Q 1/38 - Structural form of radiating elements, e.g. cone, spiral, umbrella formed by a conductive layer on an insulating support
• H01Q 7/00 - Loop antennas with a substantially uniform current distribution around the loop and having a directional radiation pattern in a plane perpendicular to the plane of the loop
• H01Q 13/10 - Resonant slot antennas
• H01Q 5/378 - Combination of fed elements with parasitic elements
• H01Q 15/14 - Reflecting surfaces; Equivalent structures

Abstract

Systems and methods for a tamper-evident cargo container seal bolt lock are disclosed herein. The device can include a bolt member having a conductive medium running the axial length of the bolt, and a receiving member for locking the bolt into place. A battery-driven sensory circuit including a memory means, a processor, and a timing circuit can be disposed within the receiving member such that a continuous circuit is formed from one circuit pin over the conductive medium through the length of the bolt and back to a second pin. The sensory circuit is configured to sense whether the circuit has been interrupted (e.g., if the bolt has been cut). In the event of an interruption, the circuit can record the time and/or date in memory. This information can then be transmitted to an RFID reader/interrogator if a dispute arises as to when the lock had been broken.

IPC Classes  ?

• E05B 45/06 - Electric alarm locks
• E05B 17/22 - Means for operating or controlling lock or fastening device accessories, i.e. other than the fastening members, e.g. switches, indicators
• G09F 3/03 - Forms or constructions of security seals
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

Abstract

Techniques, systems, and devices are disclosed for the design and manufacturing of a radio-frequency identification (RFID)-enabled license plate. In one aspect, a proposed RFID-enabled license plate includes a metal plate and a RFID assembly integrated with the metal plate. The RFID assembly further includes a front cover attached to a first side of the metal plate and a back cover attached to a back side of the metal plate opposite to the front cover, and the front cover and the back cover substantially overlap with each other. The RFID assembly additionally includes a RFID tag sandwiched between the front cover and the back cover and is affixed to at least one of the front cover and the back cover. As such, the RFID tag is substantially tamper-proof.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/06 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the kind of the digital marking, e.g. shape, nature, code
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/073 - Special arrangements for circuits, e.g. for protecting identification code in memory

Goods & Services

Computers, software, data processors, digital signal processors, cameras, video recorders, computer monitors, video monitors and apparatus for transmission of communication, all for use in management, surveillance and data capture of vehicle traffic on roads and in parking facilities; optical vehicle license plate readers, optical character recognition software, license plate inventory database software; parking facility access control apparatus, namely, automatic license plate recognition cameras and data processors, and operating software associated therewith Installation, repair and maintenance of electronic equipment used in the management, surveillance and data capture of vehicle traffic, including equipment for reading vehicle license plates and character recognition apparatus associated therewith Computer database development services, computer programming services for others and maintenance services for computer software, all provided in relation to the management, surveillance and data capture of road traffic; data automation and collection services using proprietary software to evaluate, analyze and collect vehicle traffic volume and pattern data; computer services, namely, data acquisition and analysis services, particularly covert database logging of vehicle entry/exit at secure access control facilities, vehicle traffic data sampling along highways, comprehensive travel time analysis, and conducting origin/destination traffic engineering case studies

Goods & Services

Computers, software, data processors, digital signal processors, cameras, video recorders, computer monitors, video monitors and apparatus for transmission of communication, all for use in management, surveillance and data capture of vehicle traffic on roads and in parking facilities; optical vehicle license plate readers, optical character recognition software, license plate inventory database software; parking facility access control apparatus, namely, automatic license plate recognition cameras and data processors, and operating software associated therewith Installation, repair and maintenance of electronic equipment used in the management, surveillance and data capture of vehicle traffic, including equipment for reading vehicle license plates and character recognition apparatus associated therewith Computer database development services, computer programming services for others and maintenance services for computer software, all provided in relation to the management, surveillance and data capture of road traffic; data automation and collection services using proprietary software to evaluate, analyze and collect vehicle traffic volume and pattern data; computer services, namely, data acquisition and analysis services, particularly covert database logging of vehicle entry/exit at secure access control facilities, vehicle traffic data sampling along highways, comprehensive travel time analysis, and conducting origin/destination traffic engineering case studies

Abstract

Systems and methods for a tamper-evident cargo container seal bolt lock are disclosed herein. The device can include a receiving member, a conductive bolt member adapted to be snap-locked into the receiving member, and a plastic encapsulant which tethers the bolt member to the receiving member. The encapsulant can contain an electrically conductive medium, such as a wire, which runs from the receiving member to the second end of the bolt. A sensory circuit disposed within the receiving member can be configured to sense whether the circuit has been interrupted (e.g., if the bolt has been cut). In the event of an interruption, the circuit can record the present time and/or date in memory. An RFID transponder disposed within the encapsulant or the receiving member can then transmit the recorded date/time to an RFID interrogator if a dispute subsequently arises as to when the lock had been broken.

IPC Classes  ?

• G08B 13/00 - Burglar, theft or intruder alarms
• E05B 39/04 - Locks giving indication of unauthorised unlocking with counting or registering devices
• E05B 17/00 - Accessories in connection with locks
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• B65D 90/22 - Safety features
• G09F 3/03 - Forms or constructions of security seals
• E05B 17/22 - Means for operating or controlling lock or fastening device accessories, i.e. other than the fastening members, e.g. switches, indicators
• E05B 39/00 - Locks giving indication of unauthorised unlocking
• E05B 73/00 - Devices for locking portable objects against unauthorised removal; Locking devices not provided for in other groups of this subclass
• G07C 1/32 - Time-recording locks
• E05B 47/00 - Operating or controlling locks or other fastening devices by electric or magnetic means

Abstract

Various embodiments of RFID switch devices are disclosed herein. Such RFID switch devices advantageously enable manual activation/deactivation of the RF module. The RFID switch device may include a RF module with an integrated circuit adapted to ohmically connect to a substantially coplanar conductive trace pattern, as well as booster antenna for extending the operational range of the RFID device. The operational range of the RFID switch device may be extended when a region of the booster antenna overlaps a region of the conductive trace pattern on the RF module via inductive or capacitive coupling. The RFID switch device may further include a visual indicator displaying a first color if the RFID switch device is in an active state and/or a second color if the RFID switch device is in an inactive state.

IPC Classes  ?

• G07B 15/06 - Arrangements for road pricing or congestion charging of vehicles or vehicle users, e.g. automatic toll systems
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

Abstract

A Non-transferable Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) assembly for attachment to an article comprises a RFID module; and a antenna module coupled with the RFID module, the antenna module comprising a conductive layer, a substrate, and an adhesive modification layer between the conductive layer and the substrate, the adhesive modification layer configured such that when the assembly is attached to the article and attempt to remove the assembly will cause the substrate to release and leave the conductive layer intact.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

Abstract

Embodiments described herein provide various examples of a low cost, low power, fully automated, unobtrusive, and vehicle-independent radio frequency (RF) communication device to be plugged into a standard on-board diagnostic (OBD) port inside a vehicle to access OBD diagnostic data. According to one aspect, an OBD device for a vehicle is disclosed. This OBD device includes: an OBD adapter configured to be plugged into an OBD port of a vehicle and a first RFID module electrically coupled to the OBD adapter. The first RFID module is further configured to receive OBD data of a vehicle from an associated OBD port via the OBD adapter and communicate at least a portion of the received OBD data to a first RFID reader when the first RFID module is queried by the first RFID reader.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60W 50/02 - Ensuring safety in case of control system failures, e.g. by diagnosing, circumventing or fixing failures
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G06Q 50/30 - Transportation; Communications
• H04W 4/00 - Services specially adapted for wireless communication networks; Facilities therefor

Abstract

Embodiments described herein provide various examples of a low cost, low power, fully automated, unobtrusive, and vehicle-independent radio frequency (RF) communication device to be plugged into a standard on-board diagnostic (OBD) port inside a vehicle to access OBD diagnostic data. According to one aspect, an OBD device for a vehicle is disclosed. This OBD device includes: an OBD adapter configured to be plugged into an OBD port of a vehicle and a first RFID module electrically coupled to the OBD adapter. The first RFID module is further configured to receive OBD data of a vehicle from an associated OBD port via the OBD adapter and communicate at least a portion of the received OBD data to a first RFID reader when the first RFID module is queried by the first RFID reader.

IPC Classes  ?

• G07C 5/08 - Registering or indicating performance data other than driving, working, idle, or waiting time, with or without registering driving, working, idle, or waiting time
• G07C 5/00 - Registering or indicating the working of vehicles
• G06K 7/10 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation

Abstract

A self-declaring electronic license plate (e-plate) system for a vehicle is disclosed. This self-declaring e-plate system includes: an input device; a radio frequency identification (RFID) reader coupled to the input device; and an RFID-enabled license plate. In some embodiments, the input device is configured to receive vehicle occupancy information and triggers the RFID reader to write the received vehicle occupancy information to the RFID-enabled license plate in response to receiving the vehicle occupancy information. The RFID reader is configured to write at least a portion of the received vehicle occupancy information to the RFID-enabled license plate. The RFID-enabled license plate is configured to provide at least a portion of the received vehicle occupancy information to an electronic toll collection (ETC) reader. In some embodiments, the received vehicle occupancy information includes a current number of occupants self-declared by a user, such as a driver or a passenger inside the vehicle.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60R 25/24 - Means to switch the anti-theft system on or off using electronic identifiers containing a code not memorised by the user
• B60R 25/10 - Fittings or systems for preventing or indicating unauthorised use or theft of vehicles actuating a signalling device

Abstract

A self-declaring electronic license plate (e-plate) system for a vehicle is disclosed. This self-declaring e-plate system includes: an input service; a radio frequency identification (RFID) reader coupled to the input device; and an RFID-enabled license plate. In some embodiments, the input device is configured to receive vehicle occupancyinformation and triggers the RFID reader to write the received vehicle occupancyinformation to the RFID-enabled license plate in response to receiving the vehicle occupancy information. The RFID reader is configured to write at least a portion of the received vehicle occupancy information to the RFID-enabled license plate. The RFIDenabled license plate is configured to provide at least a portion of the received vehicle occupancy information to an electronic toll collection (ETC) reader. In some embodiments, the received vehicle occupancy information includes a current number of occupants self-declared by a user, such as a driver or a passenger inside the vehicle.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60R 13/10 - Registration, licensing, or like devices
• B60R 21/015 - Electrical circuits for triggering safety arrangements in case of vehicle accidents or impending vehicle accidents including means for detecting the presence or position of passengers, passenger seats or child seats, e.g. for disabling triggering
• B60R 25/10 - Fittings or systems for preventing or indicating unauthorised use or theft of vehicles actuating a signalling device
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 7/10 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation

Abstract

A radio frequency identification (RFID) switch tag is disclosed. This RFID switch tag includes a base component having an ultra-high frequency (UHF) booster, and a detachable component having at least one UHF RFID module and a high frequency (HF) RFID module. In some embodiments, the detachable component is positioned in close proximity to the base component in a first configuration of the RFID switch tag such that the at least one UHF RFID module is sufficiently coupled to the UHF booster in the base component to form an UHF RFID system having a desired performance. The detachable component can also be separated from the base component to obtain a second configuration of the RFID switch tag, and the HF RFID module remains functional within the detached detachable component so that the detachable component can be used as a standalone HF RFID tag.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

Abstract

A license plate validation system for a vehicle is disclosed. This license plate validation system includes: a radio frequency identification (RFID) reader located inside the vehicle and configured to read from an RFID-enabled license plate on the vehicle upon detecting an attempt to start the vehicle; and a microcontroller coupled to the RFID reader and configured to receive, from the RFID reader, information obtained from the RFID-enabled license plate and subsequently determine, based at least on the received information, whether the vehicle is properly registered. In some embodiments, the microcontroller and the RFID reader are integrated as a single electronic module.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60R 25/102 - Fittings or systems for preventing or indicating unauthorised use or theft of vehicles actuating a signalling device a signal being sent to a remote location, e.g. a radio signal being transmitted to a police station, a security company or the owner
• B60R 25/20 - Means to switch the anti-theft system on or off
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

Abstract

The present disclosure provides various examples of a self-declaring wireless device installed on a vehicle operable to automatically detect, determine and declare occupancy information of the vehicle traveling on a restricted traffic lane to an electronic toll collection (ETC) system. According to one aspect, a process for performing self-declaration by a vehicle traveling on a restricted traffic lane includes the steps of: receiving sensor data collected by one or more sensors installed on the vehicle; determining occupancy data of the vehicle based on the received sensor data; and controlling a wireless transceiver installed on the vehicle to communicate with an electronic toll collection (ETC) system associated with the restricted traffic lane based on the determined occupancy data.

IPC Classes  ?

• G07B 15/06 - Arrangements for road pricing or congestion charging of vehicles or vehicle users, e.g. automatic toll systems
• G01D 4/00 - Tariff metering apparatus
• G07C 5/00 - Registering or indicating the working of vehicles

Abstract

Various embodiments of RFID switch devices are disclosed herein. Such RFID switch devices advantageously enable manual activation/deactivation of the RF module. The RFID switch device may include a RF module with an integrated circuit adapted to ohmically connect to a substantially coplanar conductive trace pattern, as well as booster antenna for extending the operational range of the RFID device. The operational range of the RFID switch device may be extended when a region of the booster antenna overlaps a region of the conductive trace pattern on the RF module via inductive or capacitive coupling. In some embodiments, all or a portion of the booster antenna may at least partially shield the RF module when the RFID switch device is in an inactive state.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/04 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the shape
• G06K 19/073 - Special arrangements for circuits, e.g. for protecting identification code in memory
• H01Q 1/22 - Supports; Mounting means by structural association with other equipment or articles

Abstract

In the embodiments described herein, a RFID enabled license plate is constructed by using the license plate, or a retro-reflective layer formed thereon as part of the resonator configured to transmit signals generated by and RFID chip integrated with the license plate. Such an RFID enabled license plate can include a metal license plate with a slot formed in the metal license plate, and a RFID tag module positioned in the slot. The RFID tag module can include a chip and a loop, and the loop can be coupled with the metal license plate, e.g., via inductive or conductive coupling. In this manner, the metal license plate can be configured to act as a resonator providing increased performance.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04Q 5/22 - Selecting arrangements wherein two or more subscriber stations are connected by the same line to the exchange with indirect connection, i.e. through subordinate switching centre the subordinate centre not permitting interconnection of subscribers connected thereto
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G08B 13/24 - Electrical actuation by interference with electromagnetic field distribution
• G08B 13/14 - Mechanical actuation by lifting or attempted removal of hand-portable articles
• H01Q 1/32 - Adaptation for use in or on road or rail vehicles

Abstract

A license plate validation system for a vehicle is disclosed. This license plate validation system includes: a radio frequency identification (RFID) reader located inside the vehicle and configured to read from an RFID-enabled license plate on the vehicle upon detecting an attempt to start the vehicle; and a microcontroller coupled to the RFID reader and configured to receive, from the RFID reader, information obtained from the RFID-enabled license plate and subsequently determine, based at least on the received information, whether the vehicle is properly registered. In some embodiments, the microcontroller and the RFID reader are integrated as a single electronic module.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/06 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the kind of the digital marking, e.g. shape, nature, code
• B60R 25/24 - Means to switch the anti-theft system on or off using electronic identifiers containing a code not memorised by the user
• G06K 7/10 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation
• G06K 19/073 - Special arrangements for circuits, e.g. for protecting identification code in memory
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

Abstract

The present disclosure provides various examples of a self-declaring wireless device installed on a vehicle operable to automatically detect, determine and declare occupancy information of the vehicle traveling on a restricted traffic lane to an electronic toll collection (ETC) system. According to one aspect, a process for performing self-declaration by a vehicle traveling on a restricted traffic lane includes the steps of: receiving sensor data collected by one or more sensors installed on the vehicle; determining occupancy data of the vehicle based on the received sensor data; and controlling a wireless transceiver installed on the vehicle to communicate with an electronic toll collection (ETC) system associated with the restricted traffic lane based on the determined occupancy data.

IPC Classes  ?

• G07B 15/06 - Arrangements for road pricing or congestion charging of vehicles or vehicle users, e.g. automatic toll systems
• B60N 2/00 - Seats specially adapted for vehicles; Arrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles
• G06Q 20/10 - Payment architectures specially adapted for home banking systems
• G06K 19/04 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the shape
• G06K 19/073 - Special arrangements for circuits, e.g. for protecting identification code in memory
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G08G 1/017 - Detecting movement of traffic to be counted or controlled identifying vehicles

Abstract

Embodiments described herein provide various designs of multi-frequency radio frequency identification (RFID) tags which are compact in size and tamper-proofing. In one aspect, a proposed multi-frequency RFID tag includes both a high frequency (HF) subsystem and an ultra high frequency (UHF) subsystem. The HF subsystem and the UHF subsystem share a common integrated circuit (IC) chip and a common substrate. The HF subsystem further includes a HF loop antenna coupled to the IC chip. The UHF subsystem further includes a coupling antenna electrically coupled to the IC chip but electrically isolated from the HF loop antenna. The UHF subsystem also includes an UHF antenna having a region for receiving the RFID module. When the RFID module is positioned within the receiving region of the UHF antenna, the UHF antenna is coupled to the IC chip in the RFID module via the coupling antenna, thereby forming the UHFsubsystem

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips

Abstract

A radio frequency identification (RFID) automatic vehicle identification (AVI) system configured to mitigate signal interference, the system comprising a plurality of RFID readers, comprising a first RFID reader and a second RFID reader; and a plurality of antennas, wherein a first antenna is connected to the first RFID reader and a second antenna is connected to the second RFID reader. Prior to the first RFID reader transmitting a signal through the first antenna, the first RFID reader samples a received radio frequency (RF) signal from the first antenna, and if the received RF signal meets predetermined strength and frequency criteria, the first RFID reader inhibits transmission of the signal through the first antenna.

IPC Classes  ?

• G08B 13/14 - Mechanical actuation by lifting or attempted removal of hand-portable articles
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G06K 7/10 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation
• H04B 5/00 - Near-field transmission systems, e.g. inductive loop type

Abstract

An account is managed using information read from a dual frequency transponder. Information stored on the dual frequency transponder can be read by a NFC-enabled device and by a UHF RFID reader. The information links, corresponds, or otherwise provides access to account information stored at a remote server. For example, a NFC-enabled device can read the information from the dual frequency transponder and use that information to enable instant and on-the-spot recharging of a toll account. In addition, a UHF RFID toll reader can scan information from the dual frequency transponder and use that information to debit toll charges from the correct toll account. The dual frequency transponder can be embedded in a license plate and read using a reader placed in the road. Additionally, the transponder can be configured to function at the correct frequency only when a valid vehicle registration sticker is applied to the license plate.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/00 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings
• G06Q 50/30 - Transportation; Communications

Abstract

Techniques, systems, and devices are disclosed for the design and manufacturing of a radio-frequency identification (RFID)-enabled license plate. In one aspect, a proposed RFID-enabled license plate includes a metal plate and a RFID assembly integrated with the metal plate. The RFID assembly further includes a front cover attached to a first side of the metal plate and a back cover attached to a back side of the metal plate opposite to the front cover, and the front cover and the back cover substantially overlap with each other. The RFID assembly additionally includes a RFID tag sandwiched between the front cover and the back cover and is affixed to at least one of the front cover and the back cover. As such, the RFID tag is substantially tamper-proof.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/06 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the kind of the digital marking, e.g. shape, nature, code
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/073 - Special arrangements for circuits, e.g. for protecting identification code in memory

Abstract

Techniques, systems, and devices are disclosed for the design and manufacturing of a radio-frequency identification (RFID)-enabled license plate. In one aspect, a proposed RFID-enabled license plate includes a metal plate and a RFID assembly integrated with the metal plate. The RFID assembly further includes a front cover attached to a first side of the metal plate and a back cover attached to a back side of the metal plate opposite to the front cover, and the front cover and the back cover substantially overlap with each other. The RFID assembly additionally includes a RFID tag sandwiched between the front cover and the back cover and is affixed to at least one of the front cover and the back cover. As such, the RFID tag is substantially tamper-proof.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/067 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

Abstract

An account is managed using information read from a dual frequency transponder. Information stored on the dual frequency transponder can be read by a NFC-enabled device and by a UHF RFID reader. The information links, corresponds, or otherwise provides access to account information stored at a remote server. For example, a NFC-enabled device can read the information from the dual frequency transponder and use that information to enable instant and on-the-spot recharging of a toll account. In addition, a UHF RFID toll reader can scan information from the dual frequency transponder and use that information to debit toll charges from the correct toll account. The dual frequency transponder can be embedded in a license plate and read using a reader placed in the road. Additionally, the transponder can be configured to function at the correct frequency only when a valid vehicle registration sticker is applied to the license plate.

IPC Classes  ?

• G07F 19/00 - Complete banking systems; Coded card-freed arrangements adapted for dispensing or receiving monies or the like and posting such transactions to existing accounts, e.g. automatic teller machines
• G06Q 20/32 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using wireless devices
• G06Q 20/28 - Pre-payment schemes, i.e. "pay before"
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G06Q 50/30 - Transportation; Communications
• G06Q 20/34 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using cards, e.g. integrated circuit [IC] cards or magnetic cards
• G06Q 20/36 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using electronic wallets or electronic money safes
• G07B 15/06 - Arrangements for road pricing or congestion charging of vehicles or vehicle users, e.g. automatic toll systems
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

Abstract

A radio frequency identification (RFID) enabled mirror includes a mirror comprising a reflective layer. The reflective layer comprises at least one layer of a metallic material. At least one portion of the reflective layer is removed to form a booster antenna from a remaining portion of the reflective layer. A dielectric coating is applied to the mirror where the reflective layer was removed. The RFID-enabled mirror further includes an RFID chip coupled to the booster antenna.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60R 1/00 - Optical viewing arrangements; Real-time viewing arrangements for drivers or passengers using optical image capturing systems, e.g. cameras or video systems specially adapted for use in or on vehicles
• B60R 1/12 - Mirror assemblies combined with other articles, e.g. clocks
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G02B 3/00 - Simple or compound lenses

Abstract

A radio frequency identification (RFID) enabled mirror includes a mirror comprising a reflective layer. The reflective layer comprises at least one layer of a metallic material. At least one portion of the reflective layer is removed to form a booster antenna from a remaining portion of the reflective layer. A dielectric coating is applied to the mirror where the reflective layer was removed. The RFID-enabled mirror further includes an RFID chip coupled to the booster antenna.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• B60R 1/12 - Mirror assemblies combined with other articles, e.g. clocks
• H01Q 1/22 - Supports; Mounting means by structural association with other equipment or articles
• H01Q 1/32 - Adaptation for use in or on road or rail vehicles
• H01Q 1/38 - Structural form of radiating elements, e.g. cone, spiral, umbrella formed by a conductive layer on an insulating support
• H01Q 7/00 - Loop antennas with a substantially uniform current distribution around the loop and having a directional radiation pattern in a plane perpendicular to the plane of the loop
• H01Q 13/10 - Resonant slot antennas
• H01Q 5/378 - Combination of fed elements with parasitic elements
• G02B 5/08 - Mirrors