Auburn expertise in RFID supporting Los Alamos’ national security priorities
The Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Lab at Auburn University has been a leading hub for innovative research and collaboration
since relocating from the University of Arkansas over a decade ago. The lab applies
the business case and technical implementation of RFID and other emerging technologies
in retail, aviation, defense, supply chain and manufacturing.
Unlike barcodes, RFID tags don’t need to be visible to scan, making inventory management
faster and more efficient. Farmers use RFID ear tags for livestock, airlines track
baggage and equipment and hospitals manage medication supplies.
Executive Director Justin Patton, who has been with the lab since its inception at
Arkansas, has led research and testing to help companies achieve better outcomes.
“We are proud to continue serving as a research lab for innovation and providing real-world
solutions,” he said.
RFID Lab partners include Delta Air Lines, UPS, McDonald’s and Walmart. Another partnership
involves using RFID to support national security efforts at the Los Alamos National
Laboratory (LANL), the U.S. Department of Energy facility in New Mexico. Auburn is
collaborating with TechSource Inc. and LANL on its Weapons Production-Technology and
Nuclear Training (WP-TNT) initiative to advance research, education and workforce
development.
Read the full article about the RFID Lab's legacy, which was published on the Auburn
University news site.
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