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close proximity remote detector help

close proximity remote detector help

close proximity remote detector help

(OP)
I am an inventor working on a simple project.  I need a small sensor that will detect a key that is no bigger than 1"x1".  The response of the sensor needs to be trigger if the key is not the key it is looking for and off if no key is in range or the key in range is the pass key.  The range of operation should be 2-3 feet max.  This application would be similar to a pass key security system.  I'm starting from scratch on this so ANY help would be appreciated.

Wade

RE: close proximity remote detector help

How many different key may be ? Can the key have a battery?

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RE: close proximity remote detector help

Your device need is very similar to the available RFID technologies that are used in security badges, tracking items in inventory, and for automatic toll booth payment.

RE: close proximity remote detector help

(OP)
Yes, the key could have a small watch size battery.  Security badges, inventory tracking, and toll booth payment applications are very similar to what I need.  Where can I learn more about RFID technology and turn key solutions?

RE: close proximity remote detector help

The RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) industry is large - with it's own magazines and trade shows. There are versions that are battery powered, and remotely powered by the reading device antenna when the device comes within range. I don't work within this industry, so I'm unable to give much more help. I suggest you begin searching the internet using "RFID" and go from there.

RE: close proximity remote detector help

2-3 feet of detection is to much for a simple passive(no battery in the tag)RFID tag, but an active tag can easily do the job.
The tag can be activated when it comes close to the reader, then the tag starts transmitting its ID number
I have seen things like that on www.detectag.com

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