Intelligent book management system built using IoT RFID technology

1 Project background

According to research and analysis, there are currently over 10,000 libraries in the country, and most libraries have transitioned from purely manual management to digital management using barcode recognition, computer networks, and computer software technology. Using IoT RFID technology to build an intelligent book management system has become the focus of current needs of libraries.

2 Project needs analysis

According to current libraries, the process of using, borrowing, and returning books will all come into contact with books. However, barcode technology is used for identification on books. However, after constant use and borrowing process, the barcode is easy to wear and the storage space is small. The inside of the sticker is inconvenient to use, and the outside of the sticker is easy to wear out quickly. This is not completely suitable for libraries where there is too much traffic.

3 Advantages of RFID technology application

By associating the barcodes of books with electronic labels, the associated management of books is achieved. Electronic labels can be placed in books using stickers or built-in chips. Readers can borrow and return books on their own through the automatic borrowing and returning book casing. Administrators can use the inventory machine to regularly inventory books in the Library, and can also search for shelves, etc. Function. A safety door equipped with an ultra-high frequency reader/writer can collect data on incoming and outgoing books and prevent illegal loss of books.

The RFID technology used in libraries mainly focuses on RFID technology in the HF and UHF frequency bands, which can be applied to related carriers in the library to meet other application needs.

4 RFID book management planning

The hardware of the RFID book management system includes radio frequency acquisition equipment, automatic borrowing and returning equipment, database servers, switches, and security door detection. These devices use transmission interfaces such as RS-485, Ethernet, or GPRS in the switches to effectively integrate the various devices and jointly serve the Library Management system.

5 Library management system management planning

Based on the different business needs of the library, our company plans the system into modules such as basic data maintenance, book borrowing management, new book ordering management, book statistics management, RFID management, and system settings.

5.3 Function description

5.3.1 Basic data maintenance

Basic data maintenance mainly manages and queries reader information, book information, and book categories.

5.3.2 Book borrowing management

The book borrowing system mainly aims at effectively managing the business of borrowing and returning books, including borrowing books, returning books, book maintenance management and book scrap management, etc.

5.3.3 New book order management

New book ordering management mainly focuses on new book ordering, new book acceptance, new book storage, new book inquiry and other services.

5.3.4 Library statistics management

Book statistics management mainly focuses on inventory, borrowing statistics, return statistics, etc. of various books in the library.

5.3.5 RFID application management

RFID application management mainly focuses on RFID tag conversion, security door entry and exit monitoring, self-service borrowing and returning management systems, and mobile inventory.

5.3.6 System settings

System settings mainly focus on user management, password changes, permission settings, system optimization and other functions for the system.

6 Project construction advantages

Streamlined processes and improved efficiency

The current process of borrowing and returning books generally uses a barcode scanning system. The collection of barcode data is completed through a fixed or handheld barcode scanner. The scanning operation requires manually opening the book and finding the barcode position before scanning. The operation process is relatively cumbersome. Borrowing and returning books Book efficiency is low. The introduction of RFID technology can realize a dynamic, fast, large-data volume, and intelligent book borrowing and returning process, improving the security of information storage, the reliability of information reading and writing, and the efficiency and speed of borrowing and returning books.

System expansion to improve security

Optimize the existing book management system through the RFID intelligent book management system, connect the anti-theft system with the book circulation management system, and record the entry and exit history of each book, so that it can be matched with the history of borrowing and returning books. It can effectively improve the accuracy of the anti-theft system and ensure the safety of books.

Reduce workload and improve job satisfaction

Due to years of repetitive work, library staff have a heavy workload. For example, if they rely on manual warehouse-smart-inventory-rfid-bookshelf.html target='_blank'>book inventory, the workload is heavy, and it is easy for them to have certain negative thoughts about their work. In addition, readers are dissatisfied with the complex process of borrowing and returning books in the library, which has led to a decline in library job satisfaction. Through the RFID intelligent book management system, staff can be liberated from the daily heavy repetitive work in the library, and personalized services can be customized for different readers, realizing humanized operating procedures and improving readers' awareness of library work. satisfaction level.

Tag data retention is strong and has a long lifespan

Barcodes Store limited data and are susceptible to moisture, contamination and other limitations, which restricts library management to a great extent. Electronic tags have a large storage area and a data retention capacity of more than 100 years. In addition, they are waterproof, antimagnetic, and high temperature resistant. The life of RFID electronic tags is much longer than that of barcodes. Due to the non-contact reading method, each electronic tag can be read at least 100,000 times. Once the electronic tag is attached, it can be used for a long time.