The Application of RFID Tags in Libraries
The application of RFID tags in libraries has significantly improved management efficiency and service experience, mainly reflected in the following aspects:
Self service borrowing and returning system: Readers can scan RFID tags through the self-service borrowing and returning machine to quickly complete book borrowing and returning without manual intervention, saving time and improving circulation efficiency.
Anti theft alarm function: When books without borrowing procedures pass through the security door, the system automatically triggers an audible and visual alarm through tag detection, effectively preventing book loss.
Inventory counting and querying: Administrators use RFID inventory devices to quickly read tag information, achieve batch counting and positioning of books, accurately query book locations, and reduce manual errors.
Data management and analysis: After binding book information with tags, the system generates borrowing statistics reports, analyzes reader preferences, optimizes collection distribution and procurement strategies.
Under the trend of 2025, domestically produced RFID devices will become the core of smart libraries:
RFID security door and inventory equipment: The security door monitors the status of books in real time, and the inventory equipment supports non-contact scanning, greatly reducing operation time.
Self service book borrowing and returning machine and librarian workstation: integrated reader and recognition module, readers can independently complete borrowing and returning, and the workstation provides one-stop services for barcode conversion and data entry.
Intelligent bookshelf technology: Through antenna array and multi-channel switching control, real-time tracking and location management of books are achieved, supporting digital transformation.
Overall, RFID technology has reduced library labor costs by over 50% and promoted the upgrade of service intelligence