CUK implements RFID Technology in library

The Central University of Kerala has implemented RFID technology that improves the speed and accuracy of circulation and shelving functions in its library at the Periye Campus. Hon'ble Vice-chancellor Prof. H. Venkateshwarlu inaugurated the facility on campus.

Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology is used to improve the speed and accuracy of circulation and shelving functions. It is faster and easier to check in and out. A stack of RFID-tagged items can be read and checked out simultaneously, by a librarian or a user. Because the technology is so fast and easy to use, library visitors are more inclined to process their own transactions. Check-in is also much faster and easier with an RFID system. It also helps protect a library’s collection and ensures that the community gets the most value out of the library.

According to Deputy Librarian Dr. Senthilkumaran, the tags can be easily scanned using handheld readers and will also enable locating misplaced books. A security gate system that has also been put in place is meant to detect unauthorised RFID-tagged books with a read range of 90cm and is equipped with an inbuilt alert system to prevent thefts. RFID chip-based smart cards will also be issued to all library members.