RFID Tag Storing Execution Info for Automatic File Processing

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing RFID systems require operators to perform cumbersome operations to process electronic files acquired from RFID tags, limiting their ability to execute complex processing functions beyond simple tasks like image display or voice generation.

Innovation Solution

A RFID tag system that includes an IC circuit with memory and antenna for storing and processing file information, allowing devices to automatically read and process electronic files by accessing an information server and executing predetermined operations such as projection, printing, or editing without manual specification.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If RFID tag information is read using a mobile information terminal, then URL information can be accessed and displayed, but operators must manually specify and process electronic files one by one after transfer

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveoperator convenienceVSAvoidprocessing time
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies preliminary action by storing execution information in the RFID tag before data transfer. The execution information includes instructions for automatic processing operations (printing, projecting, editing) that will be carried out after the electronic file is transferred to the device. This eliminates the need for operators to manually specify processing operations one by one, as the system automatically executes the predetermined operations based on the stored execution information.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

2Adaptability or versatility

If simple functions like image display or voice generation are used, then predetermined operations can be executed, but extended or complicated processing functions like printing, projecting, or editing cannot be performed

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveprocessing function versatilityVSAvoidsystem complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements universality by designing the RFID tag to store not only data information but also execution information that enables multiple types of processing operations. The system can automatically perform various functions including printing, projecting, editing, and other complicated processing operations beyond simple display or voice generation. This multi-functional capability is achieved through the versatile storage and execution mechanism in the RFID tag without requiring separate systems for each function.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

3Productivity

If electronic files are transferred to the device for communicating with RFID tag, then data can be acquired, but operators must carry out troublesome operations to specify and process each file

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedata processing efficiencyVSAvoidoperational simplicity
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies self-service by enabling the system to automatically process electronic files without requiring operator intervention. The RFID tag stores execution information that instructs the device to automatically perform processing operations (printing, projecting, editing) on the transferred electronic files. The system serves itself by autonomously executing the predetermined operations based on the stored instructions, eliminating the need for operators to manually specify and process each file individually.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

Enhances operator convenience by automating the processing of electronic files, allowing for various functions to be executed without manual intervention, thereby improving efficiency and reducing operational burdens.

Implementation Method 1

an antenna connected to the IC circuit part for transmission and reception of information

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectRadio frequency electromagnetic radiation: Electromagnetic Induction

Data Source

PatentUS7940180B2RFID tag, device for communicating with a RFID tag, system for communicating with a RFID tag, and apparatus for producing RFID tag
Publication Date: 2011.05.10 BROTHER KOGYO KK
  • US7940180B2 patent drawing
  • US7940180B2 patent drawing
  • US7940180B2 patent drawing

AI summary

A projector has an antenna configured to transmit and receives information to and from a RFID circuit element including an IC circuit part configured to store and hold address information of an electronic file and device information about devices capable of executing a processing operation, and a projection control part and a control circuit configured to generate access information, transmit it to the RFID circuit element, acquire device information from its reply signal, and acquire file information based on the acquired device information.