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Low-loss SAW RFID using the reflective multistrip coupler as reflectors
Junhao Cao1, Tianyi He1, Guangzu Zhang1
1School of Integrated Circuits, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430074, China.
This study introduces a new Surface Acoustic Wave Radio Frequency Identification (SAW RFID) design using reflective multistrip couplers (RMSCs). This innovation significantly enhances wireless interrogation range by improving signal reflection for SAW RFID systems.
Area of Science:
- Physics
- Electrical Engineering
- Materials Science
Background:
- Surface Acoustic Wave Radio Frequency Identification (SAW RFID) is crucial for remote sensing and identification.
- Conventional SAW RFID tags face limitations in wireless interrogation range due to energy loss from low-reflectance reflectors.
Purpose of the Study:
- To propose and validate a novel SAW RFID architecture using reflective multistrip couplers (RMSCs).
- To overcome the limitations of conventional reflectors and enhance the wireless interrogation range of SAW RFID systems.
Main Methods:
- Employed RMSCs that leverage velocity differences between wave modes for coherent reflection.
- Conducted numerical simulations to analyze performance and optimize strip numbers.
- Fabricated and tested a 433 MHz SAW RFID prototype on a 128°YX-LiNbO3 substrate.
Main Results:
- Achieved a low loss of 1 dB and minimal reflectance difference (0.33 dB) compared to simulations.
- Demonstrated a -10.63 dB peak time-domain amplitude, a significant improvement over conventional designs.
- Confirmed linear time delay and phase responses across a wide temperature range (-20°C to 90°C) with R² > 0.9999.
Conclusions:
- The RMSC reflector is a high-reflectance solution for improving SAW RFID performance.
- This technology holds significant potential for advancing long-range wireless sensing applications.
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