Factors Affecting Self-Localization in UHF RFID Tag Networks

Accuracy of mobile objects self-localization in radio frequency identification (RFID) tag networks depends on many environmental and design factors. This paper analyzes effect of such factors on estimates of the mobile object location. As an estimator, we use the extended finite impulse response (EFIR) filter. It is shown that accuracy of self-localization in the ultra high frequency (UHF) RFID tag networks can be increased by the factor of several times if to optimize design of the tag and network environment and obtain the optimal angle of arrival and viewing angle. Many other factors are also considered.