This project designs postage stamp size passive 5G RFID battery-less tags with autonomously navigated 5G IoT terminal scanners allowing ultra-low power/unattended operation in 5G networks.
This research project aims to develop an autonomous robot equipped with an RFID terminal scanner that can navigate a warehouse and autonomously scan passive RFID tags attached to all stock items.
Each product will be assigned a passive custom frequency RFID tag, allowing the robot to identify and count inventory in real time. Since the RFID tags are passive they do not require batteries to power them but instead gather energy from radio environment before making their own transmissions. The robot will communicate the inventory data back to a centralized management system, ensuring accurate, up-to-date tracking of all inventories.
This solution will provide a more efficient and cost-effective approach to inventory management, particularly suited to large storage environments where items are frequently moved or reorganized.
Expected outcomes include a functional robot for efficient inventory scanning, improved tracking accuracy, and a user-friendly dashboard for real-time management. This research aims to provide a replicable methodology for various warehouse settings.
Project Objectives
1. Develop an autonomous robot for scanning boxes.
2. Assign unique passive RFID frequencies to box types.
3. Design a Digital Twin based navigation algorithm with accurate real time location for obstacle avoidance.
4. Integrate data into a dashboard displaying real-time inventory levels.
5. Evaluate the robot’s performance regarding accuracy and efficiency.
RunEL is an Israeli Technology Startup that introduces the Sparq-2025 System on Chip (SoC) solution in the field of infrastructure (Base Stations) for 5G Broadband Wireless Communication with several Unique advantages such as low latency (< 1msec) and a patented accurate User Equipment (UE) Location measurement (< 1cm).
Based on its SoC RunEL introduced a 5G End-to End infrastructure solution (Sparq-2025-P) for Vertical Markets Applications such as: Stadiums, V2X, Connected Cars, Drones Connectivity, Remote Surgery, Interactive Games, Augmented Reality, Smart Factories, On-Line Gaming and more.
Disrupting the RTL Market
Based on its deep knowledge and experience in Cellular Communication Physical Layer (OFDMA), RunEL developed a patented1 real time algorithm based on Differential Time of Arrival (DToA) measurements that outperforms the current state-of-the-art by two orders of magnitude (from several meters location accuracy to few centimeters). The algorithm was successfully verified in indoor and outdoor pilots with a tier-1 HLS (Home Land Security) customer.