Near Field Communication (NFC) Technology

By-Piyush Kumar 1005620064

Contents
Introduction to NFC Specifications Why NFC ??? How It Works Modes of Operation Technology Architecture Security Aspect Comparison NFC Trend Few NFC Devices Applications

Introduction
Near Field Communication (NFC) is a standards-based, short-range wireless connectivity technology that enables simple and safe two-way interactions among electronic devices. Based on RFID
NFC is as easy as.

a touch

Specifications
Based on RFID technology at 13.56 MHz . Operating distance typical up to 20 cm. Compatible with todays field proven contactless RFID technology. Data exchange rate today up to 424 Kbps, expected to be increased upto 1Mbps this year .
TAG

13,56MHz RF Link

Why NFC ???

Faster setup for Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. Can be used for payment as Credit Card and Debit Card Compatible with RFID tags . Backward compatibility with existing infrastructure. More Secure due to low range and use of encryptions(like SSL,TTL etc.). Easy to use, just Tap and play. Transmit and Receive data at the same time. Very Low Power Consumption as short range.

How it Works
NFC works using magnetic induction as RFID do : a initiator emits a small electric current, which creates a magnetic field that in turn bridges the physical space between the devices. That field is received by a similar coil in the client device, where it is turned back into electrical impulses to communicate data such as identification number, status information, or any other information.

Modes Of Operation
Active Mode- Between two active devices.
Also known as peer-to-peer communication.

Passive Mode- Between an active device and a

passive device like a RFID tag or Smart Card etc.

Technology Architecture

Cont.
Logical Link Control Protocol (LLCP) Defines the protocol to manage the logical link between NFC Forum devices (based on ISO 18092 / NFCIP-1) Data Exchange Format(NDEF) Defines the storage format for different types of data to be transferred Record Type Definition(RTD) The type of data to be stored in tag based on NDEF by third party and its transfer Card Emulation Defines how NFC Forum devices can function as contactless smart cards

Security Aspect
Short range of work Support for encryption Prevention against collision of devices Passive Mode is more secure than Active mode Susceptible to RFID jamming

Comparison

NFC Trend

Applications of NFC

Contd.
Fast Setup of Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connections. Due to short transmission range and encryption NFCbased transactions are possibly secure Instant payments and coupon delivery using your handset Transferring images, posters for displaying and printing In Industries to identify and differentiate objects(DHL, UPS, McDonalds etc) Health Monitoring Electronic Key for car ,office room, hotel room etc. Electronic Money(eg: Google Wallet etc.) Smart Posters

Few NFC enabled Smart Phones

Other NFC Devices Available Now