The Internet of Things Solutions World Congress (IOTSWC) in Barcelona, Spain, is a complete industry chain about the Internet of Things. Covering the perception layer, network layer, and application layer of the Internet of Things involve RFID(radio frequency identification) technology, sensor network technology, Internet of Things communication technology, financial consumption mobile payment technology, accurate control technology of middleware, big data processing, cloud computing, real-time positioning technology and other Internet of Things technologies in transportation, industry, smart grid, smart home, logistics, anti-counterfeiting, personnel, vehicles, and other technologies. A high-level international event showcasing comprehensive solutions and successful applications in the fields of military, asset management, clothing, books, smart cities, and environmental monitoring

On April 26, 2024, the three-day IOTE 2024 20th Shanghai International Internet of Things Exhibition ended successfully in Hall 3 of Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and Convention Center.

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On the production line, a regular RFID tag is attached to metal parts, and the reading rate drops sharply from 99% to less than 30%. This simple scenario reveals a key truth in RFID applications: there is no universal tag, only the most suitable choice for the scenario.

When encountering RFID equipment, many users often ask, "Aren't RFID chips and electronic tags the same thing?" Actually, they are not. The two are like "the brain" and "a complete person", closely related yet with distinct functions.

If you're curious: at the supermarket checkout, cashiers don't need to scan items one by one—they can simply place a whole basket of goods on the counter to instantly complete the transaction. At the delivery station, parcels are sorted by scanning boxes with equipment next to the conveyor belt, automatically identifying their destinations. When swiping a work ID or passing through a residential access control, cards don’t need to be pressed tightly against the reader—just a quick flick suffices... Well, today I’ll tell you the answer: these amazing operations are all made possible by—RFID technology.

Have you ever wondered what kind of "magic" is behind the automatic toll deduction with a "beep" from the ETC device when you drive through a highway toll booth? And what kind of mystery is it that when you pick up a piece of clothing in a clothing store filled with a dazzling variety of items, the screen in the fitting room immediately displays all its available colors and sizes? Behind all of this, there is an indispensable "invisible" hero — RFID technology.

RFID electronic tags are a crucial component in RFID technology. It is believed that many people have seen and used conventional electronic tags. However, what do electronic tags that can only be applied in special scenarios look like, and what characteristics and precautions do they have? RFID special tags are mainly designed for harsh environments, special materials, or special application scenarios, and they undergo special treatments in terms of materials, packaging, antenna design, or chip functions.