Metal fastener with embedded RFID tag and method of production
US11080584B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 27, 2020 |
| Grant date | Aug 3, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 17, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01Q1/44
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
The present disclosure is generally directed to an RFID tag for use with a metal fastener where the fastener operates as the antenna of the RFID tag. The RFID tag includes a microchip for storing data. The chip is electrically coupled to the metal fastener in order to receive and transmit the RF signal, the metal fastener thereby operating as the antenna for the RFID tag.
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