Realization of integrated service for zoos using RFID/USN based location tracking technology

Abstract

In addition to the diffusion of internet, the advancements in information communication technology have continued with the appearances of numerous new technologies and supply of new services. Ubiquitous computing has also been developed based on such technologies and is the most representative information communication technology that has been developed. The wireless communication technology of ubiquitous computing does not only provide useful services in industries but also in various environments including households, schools and hospitals. This paper suggests the system that accurately confirms the location of the moving body by fusing the communications network and USN based RFID and based on that provides various services. Based on the location confirmation of the moving body, the various service systems are being developed and provided in hospitals, ports and distribution centers and this paper proposes the integrated service system for zoos and theme parks. The sensor with its distinct ID is attached to children, who are the major subjects for protection in zoos and theme parks, to search the proximity contents with the location information gained through the RFID receiver located in the elements throughout the zoo and output the searched contents through the output device. Moreover, the current location information and course of the moving body is used to provide services to protect children from getting lost. Along with the supply of education contents suited to the situation of the moving body, the specialized integrated service is materialized to take measures when children get lost in zoos. © 2011 Springer-Verlag.