System and method for utilizing RFID tags to manage automotive parts
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1. A method for managing information related to a vehicle, comprising:
- reading data from radio frequency identification (RFID) tags affixed to parts located throughout the vehicle, wherein each RFID tag uniquely identifies a part, wherein the RFID reader is further configured to read data from RFID tags affixed to packaging containing parts suitable for use in the vehicle, wherein the packaging is external to the vehicle;
storing the data obtained by the RFID reader in a database; and
generating service related information to an end user based on an installation or removal of a part from the vehicle.
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Abstract
A system and method for utilizing RFID tags to manage automotive parts. A system is provided that includes a radio frequency identification (RFID) reader configured to read data from RFID tags affixed to parts located throughout a vehicle, wherein each RFID tag uniquely identifies a part; a data processing system configured to process the data obtained by the RFID reader; and a service application that provides service related information to an end user based on an installation or removal of a part from the vehicle.
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1. A method for managing information related to a vehicle, comprising:
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reading data from radio frequency identification (RFID) tags affixed to parts located throughout the vehicle, wherein each RFID tag uniquely identifies a part, wherein the RFID reader is further configured to read data from RFID tags affixed to packaging containing parts suitable for use in the vehicle, wherein the packaging is external to the vehicle; storing the data obtained by the RFID reader in a database; and generating service related information to an end user based on an installation or removal of a part from the vehicle. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6)
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