Digital Product Passport - Near Field Communication as a Marking Technology

SUMMARY

In this lesson, we will introduce NFC tag as a data carrier for a Digital Product Passport.

1. We will start by looking at the motivation for and the benefits of using a NFC code as a data carrier in a Digital Product Passport.
2. We will give a short introduction NFC technology. Through its Reader/Writer capability, NFC enables devices like smartphones to interact with tags and other NFC-enabled objects, effectively connecting apps to the physical world. The Peer to Peer mode facilitates seamless data exchange between devices in close proximity, enhancing connectivity. Furthermore, Card Emulation allows NFC devices to mimic smart cards, integrating with existing infrastructure for services like payments and access control. Lastly, NFC supports Wireless Charging, albeit at a limited power transfer of up to one watt, demonstrating its potential for low-power applications.
3. Finally, we will have a look at the relevant working steps for implementing a Digital Product Passport with a NFC tag. The implementation of a digital product passport (DPP) with NFC tags includes the selection of suitable tags, the encoding of relevant product data and digital authorizations, the integration of tags into products or packaging, the development of apps or web interfaces for data access, the establishment of secure data storage and the consideration of user experience.

About The Author

The author is H. Zeiner – Key Researcher in the field of Industrial Internet at JOANNEUM RESEARCH. His work focuses on the implementation of new optimisation strategies and sustainable services for companies through the use of intelligent digital services.

At JOANNEUM RESEARCH, more than 250 interdisciplinary experts work in the field of ‘information and production technologies’ for national and international customers and partners in the following research areas: (1) digitalisation in production, (2) optimisation of production technologies and processes, and (3) climate-neutral production.