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RFID Technology: Security System in Modern Libraries

2010

RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) is now applied in the latest technology to be detection of library theft systems. Unlike EM (Electro-Mechanical) and RF (Radio Frequency) systems that have been incorporated in libraries for decades, RFID-based systems move beyond security to become tracking systems, which combine security system with more efficient tracking of materials throughout the library, including easier and faster charge and discharge, inventorying, and materials handling. RFID is a combination of radio-frequency-based technology and microchip technology to be utilized. The information contained on microchips in the tags affixed to library materials is read using radio frequency technology regardless of item orientation or alignment (i.e., the technology does not require line-of-sight or a fixed plane to read tags as do traditional theft detection systems) and distance from the item has not been a critical factor except in the case of extra-wide exit gates. The corridors...

RFID Technology : A Revolution in Library Management

RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) technology is proven to be a promising alternative in relieving the library staff from time-consuming routines. RFID is an innovative automated library system for automatic identification and tracking of library material. An automated library with the support of RFID technology would be a “Booksmart Library” and a “self service station” that insists least intervention by library personnel. RFID technology is helpful in taking inventory, finding missing items and identifying misfiled items. Tags or transponders, the vital components of RFID, are the electronic chips consisting of an integrated circuit and antenna coil that communicate with a reader by means of a radio frequency signal. Since RFID does not require ‘line-of-sight’ between the transponder and the reader, it surmounts the limitations of other automatic identification devices, such as bar coding. Smart labels/tags are designed for lasting to lifetime of the item they identify and also perform the EAS (Electronic Article Surveillance) function to detect the thefts.

Roadmap for RFID Implementation in Central library, PEC University of Technology

2009

This paper gives brief idea about the emerging Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology, its importance in the library management system and its working. It also describes about the basic and optional components required for smooth working of the exercise. The aim is to consider how to extend RFID applications in an academic library keeping in view the scantiness of funds and scarcity of supporting staff. The article also illustrates a vivid picture about how RFID technology is acting as a boon for libraries thereby highlighting the key benefits of RFID like shelf charging-discharging, reliability, high speed inventorying, automated materials handling etc. Besides, it outlines various issues and possible solutions involved in the process of implementing RFID applications in Central Library, PEC University of Technology. It will also provide insight for other academic libraries wishing to implement RFID system.

Rfid System: A Boon for Librarians

2006

Radio Frequency Identification Systems (RFID) are increasingly used in libraries for automation of repetitive work such as lending or returning of items. The ability of RFID (Radio Frequency IDentification) to read multiple tags at once and ability to read without line of site reduces repetitive tasks. RFID enables more rapid updating of the library database enabling improved availability and circulation. Libraries, schools, the government, and private sector businesses are adopting radio frequency identification tags, or RFIDsa technology that can be used to pinpoint the physical location of whatever item the tags are embedded in. The present paper is an attempt to describe major features of RFID technology, its benefits over barcode system, basic components and optional components with their effect on library system. Authors describe in the article, RFID is a boon for librarians as It further highlights the key functions of RFID in libraries like shelf charging-discharging, reliability, high speed inventorying, automated materials handling etc. and disadvantages like high cost, accessibility to compromise, reader collision, tag collision, and lack of standards. The paper also discusses the recent developments in RFID Systems as well as next generation use of RFID. The paper throws light on RFID initiatives in India. At the end some recommendations regarding the implementation of RFID System in libraries have been listed.

Emergence of best security systems for libraries: RFID

2010

The state-of-art technology for library theft detection is RFID which is now mostly introduced and used by many library and information centres. It is a combination of radio-frequency-based technology and microchip technology to be utilized. It uses radio waves to identify individual items automatically and can be used any where that needed a unique identification. In this paper we present about various components of RFID, operations, advantages and essential requirements.

Case study about RFID System in Library Services

International Journal of Synergy and Research, 2012

a. Purpose: The main purpose of this case study was to determine whether RFID system was useful for a library or not. In addition, it was purposed to explain the historical development of RFID, the components of it and the function of it in library. b. Design: It was investigated whether RFID technology was useful for library services with a case study in a concept of qualitative research method. For the case study, Turkey was chosen as a sample by IRCICA library in Istanbul. Data were collected by the way of interview, archival data and observation, and then they were analysed according to their intended purpose. c. Findings: It was seen that library needed only three basic components as tag, reader and software to work with RFID system. In library, the establishment cost of RFID system is comprehensible enough to adapt traditional library system into more technological one and tag's costs were not vairble costs for library because they were always stay in the library. Security system in library changed into more efficient system in IRCICA library after the RFID technology was set up. In this case, it was also found out that RFID system provide both time and staff savings for libraries in operation. It was seen that data base system of RFID technology could provide copyright informations, the information of the reader's profile to the library management. On the other hand, using RFID system in libraries can be beneficial also for readers. In IRCICA library, readers could easily find their book with a portable handheld reader wherever they were in the library. After a reader used a book and took a copy from it, another reader or same one could take a copy from the same book without any effort to look for the book at the library. d. Research Limitation: Since being a case study in a quantitative method, this study provided information such as an exploratory research. Having included only one library(IRCICA library) as a sample was one of the limitations of this study. e. Orginality value: Due to being new technology, it is not been completely straightforward to research, purchase, implement and exploit RFID technology. There is a big gap both in literature and in practice about the application of RFID technology in libraries. It was thought that this study could contribute some useful knowledges about the usage of RFID system in libraries.

RFID in Libraries and its other competitive technical developments

Libraries are using leading RFID technology in a feedback control system. Today, more and more libraries are taking up RFID as it modernise workflow in the area of self service, book returns, shelf management and inventory etc. RFID has been executed in different ways by different manufacturers. The automated RFID-based system is a new idea by itself. Owing to the fact that better management of books and materials becomes possible, materials are not lost, theft is avoided, and patrons are served on time and correctly. In spite of all the benefits of RFID, there is always other side of the coin. This paper will try to portray the cons associated with RFID and other competitive technical developments.

Radio-Frequency Identification (RFID) Technology use a Model Library Feature in World: An analysis

Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research. (JETIR), 2019

Library consist intellectual capital it might be scholarly journals, books, reports, theses etc. For security purpose, the goal of the security system should be to provide a safe and secure facility for library employees, library resources and equipment and library patrons. At the same time due to application of security system, that promise to increase efficiency, productivity and enhance user satisfaction. Considering the importance of library security, the present paper concentrates on application of RFID technology in libraries, its components, benefits and role of librarian are described.

Impact of Rfid (Radio Frequency Identification) Technology on Libraries

2019

Implementation of Radio Frequency Identification technology in libraries in a developing country like Nigeria has brought remarkable improvements in the services such as shelf chargingdischarging, automated handling of materials, security, high-speed inventory and moved beyond security to become tracking systems that combine security with more efficient tracking of materials throughout the library, reduced the data entry errors, enhanced customer service, and records updates. The purpose is to identify common applications, potential benefits, and the challenges of implementing the RFID Technology in the Library. This paper seeks to offer quick assessment of RFID in libraries and provide guidance for researchers and practitioners in adopting RFID in libraries. It is hoped that the present study will help Librarians and Library professionals in improving the return on investment and proving the long-term security of the library, a better designed RFID system available at a low cost an...