Klaus Finkenzeller

　　This is the third revised edition of the established and trusted RFID Handbook; the most comprehensive introduction to radio frequency identification (RFID) available.

　　This essential new edition contains information on electronic product code (EPC) and the EPC global network, and explains near-field communication (NFC) in depth. It includes revisions on chapters devoted to the physical principles of RFID systems and microprocessors, and supplies up-to-date details on relevant standards and regulations.

　　Taking into account critical modern concerns, this handbook provides the latest information on:
　　1.the use of RFID in ticketing and electronic passports;
　　2.the security of RFID systems, explaining attacks on RFID systems and other security matters, such as transponder emulation and cloning, defence using cryptographic methods, and electronic article surveillance;
　　3.frequency ranges and radio licensing regulations.

　　The text explores schematic circuits of simple transponders and readers, and includes new material on active and passive transponders, ISO/IEC 18000 family, ISO/IEC 15691 and 15692. It also describes the technical limits of RFID systems.

Preface to the Third Edition
List of Abbreviations
Ch1: Introduction
Ch 2: Differentiation Features of RFID Systems
Ch 3: Fundamental Operating Principles
Ch 4: Physical Principles of RFID Systems
Ch 5: Frequency Ranges and Radio Licensing Regulations
Ch 6: Coding and Modulation
Ch 7: Data Integrity
Ch 8: Security of RFID Systems
Ch 9: Standardisation
Ch 10: The Architecture of Electronic Data Carriers
Ch 11: Readers
Ch 12: The Manufacture of Transponders and Contactless Smart Cards
Ch 13: Example Applications
Ch 14: Appendix
References
Index