Passive RFID elements having visual indicators
US7965186B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 9, 2007 |
| Grant date | Jun 21, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 1, 2029 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02B6/562
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
There are provided components, connectors, receptacles, cables, and systems wherein passive RFID functionality is incorporated. Also provided are passive RFID elements in general. The passive RFID elements power visual indicators based on receipt of external RF signals. Passive energy storage devices may be employed to provide electrical energy to the visual indicators. The passive energy storage devices may be charged by the external RF signals. The visual indicators may operate continuously or according to a predetermined flashing pattern.
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