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Higher frequency of RFID ahead (sidebar)

Tech trend: RFID sensors

Another trend to look for in 2006 is for devices that combine RFID with sensors such as those that measure temperature or pressure. Chantal Polsonetti of ARC expects more creative applications for RFID including sensor capability.

“Combining sensors with active RFID technology is not a novel concept,” she says. “Once you have a battery on board, you have the ability to power a sensor for temperature or pressure monitoring or similar functions. This capability is and will be particularly important in cold chain and pharmaceutical applications, and market-wise can be driven by mandates, regulations, or business case advantages.”

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