Implementation of an innovative RFID application in libraries

doi:10.1108/07378830810903328

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Implementation of an innovative RFID application in libraries

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Title:	Implementation of an innovative RFID application in libraries
Author(s):	Shien-Chiang Yu, (Department of Information and Communications, Shih-Hsin University, Taipei, Taiwan, Republic of China)
Citation:	Shien-Chiang Yu, (2008) "Implementation of an innovative RFID application in libraries", Library Hi Tech, Vol. 26 Iss: 3, pp.398 - 410
Keywords:	Identification, Libraries, Radio frequencies
Article type:	Technical paper
DOI:	10.1108/07378830810903328 (Permanent URL)
Publisher:	Emerald Group Publishing Limited
Acknowledgements:	This work was partially sponsored by the National Science Council of Taiwan under grant NSC 95-2413-H-128-001-CC3.
Abstract:	Purpose – This paper aims to considers how to extend RFID applications given the limited funds and budgets in libraries. RFID can replace barcodes and magnetic strips for security control and collections management. Design/methodology/approach – This study describes the Shih-Hsin University Library UHF RFID system which uses long distance induction to assist in three innovative applications. The three applications are regional seeking and positioning for collections in mis-shelves or collections loss in library, statistics calculation in usage frequency and length of book reading, and instant library guiding service. This research explains the implementation of the tag frequency, the construction of the multi-transceiver and existing TCP/IP network appliances. Findings – The application not only estimates benefits in advance and lower the risk of failure setups, but it also provides innovative library services. Originality/value – This study discusses issues and possible solutions in the process of implementing RFID applications for three innovative applications in library services.