Generic apparatus to provide RFID reading functionality to computing device with no built in RFID reader

摘要

A generic RFID reader is provided that can function across a large range of computing devices including mobile computing devices, without customization or with minimal customization.

主权项

1. A Radio Frequency IDentification (RFID) reader apparatus for adding RFID functionality to a range of computing devices from multiple different manufacturers that lack RFID reading capability, including mobile computing devices, comprising:
an electronics assembly comprising means for establishing communication between the said electronics assembly and the computing device that lacks RFID reading capability; RFID front-end circuitry coupled to said electronics assembly; an antenna assembly coupled to said RFID front-end circuitry; a grip comprising a trigger coupled to said electronics assembly; and adjustable mounting means for mechanically connecting the computing device and said RFID reader apparatus.