This course covers the learning outcomes and goals of understanding NFC Sensor Tag technology, its applications, and benefits. Students will learn about NFC in the wireless spectrum, near field communication basics, the ST Sensor Tag description, sensor block diagram, ST technologies, NFC value proposition, product lines, dynamic tags, MCU series, sensor portfolio, and the benefits of an NFC enabled sensor node including low cost, power consumption, and ease of implementation. The teaching method includes a webinar replay with condensed material and adjusted audio. The intended audience for this course is individuals interested in NFC technology, sensor nodes, and IoT applications.
Overview
Syllabus
Intro.
Why use NFC Sensor Tag.
NFC in the wireless spectrum.
NFC and RFID.
Near field communication.
Near field basics.
Description of the ST Sensor Tag.
Sensor Tag block diagram.
How Sensor Tag leverages multiple ST technologies.
ST25 NFC value proposition.
ST25 product lines.
ST25 tag ICs in our product portfolio.
ST25 dynamic tags.
Focus on ST25DV Type 5 dynamic tag.
Dynamic tag typical use cases.
STM32L0 ULP MCU series.
STM32L031 ULP MCU.
Our sensor portfolio.
Motion sensors.
Pressure / altimeter sensor.
Humidity and temperature sensor.
Benefits of an NFC enabled sensor node.
Low cost.
Low power: full passive mode.
Low power: Semi passive mode.
Consumption profile.
Consumption profile: average.
Battery life profile: average.
Easy implementation.
Flexibility and scalability.
Additional benefits.
Benefits summary.
Applications: Asset tracking.
Applications: Smart buildings and cities.
Smart packaging.
Healthcare.
Perishable goods.
Smart baggage.
Smart industry.
Use case summary.
Deliverables.
iOS and Android apps.
Using ST25PC-NFC software.
Programming and debugging interface.
Conclusion.
Taught by
STMicroelectronics
