RFID Race Timing System Software Provides Powerful Assistance for the Marathon Race

For the past few years, people can see the figure of RFID race timing system in the world’s most famous sport - Marathon Race. In consideration of the problems that there are so many athletes in Marathon that sometimes there is a big gap between the first and the last one to leave the starting line, the traditional race timing method that cannot entirely and accurately record the rank and grades of each athlete, can no longer cater for the requirements of races. For all this, DAILY RFID, a leading professional RFID tech products developer and manufacturer, has recently launched the latest RFID race timing system software suitable for the automatic timing in Marathon.

Solution Overview

By applying RFID race timing system software into Marathon, athletes tie RFID tags on their shoelaces, and organizers install the matched RFID read-write devices at the starting line, mid line and destination. When the athletes pass through RFID readers, the devices can identify the ID number from RFID tags attached on laces and record that moment time, then RFID race timing system software will handle and show the information. In this way, sponsors can accurately and reliably record the starting and ending time, as well as various situations during the race, which not only saves human resources but also protect the fairness of the competition. Similarly, RFID race timing system software can also be used into long-distance running, race walking, or biking competitions and peacetime training of athletes.

Design Elements

In order to ensure the accuracy and reliability of RFID in Marathon, and according to specific requirements and industry experience, there are several issues that really need attention:
1. Antenna design suitable for sport competitions.
2. Anti-collision function when multiple athletes intensively pass through antenna.
3. Rapid response when athletes quickly rush through the devices.
4. Fast communication rate after identification to ensure the real-time info transfer.

On the basis of RFID features and application, the smart RFID race timing software system from DAILY RFID can realize the identification of multiple tags and meet the specific needs, making sure the fast response, high accuracy and reliability. For details, please refer to the Main Features as follows:
1. Auto-Calculate Pace Time based on Finished Time/ Elapsed Time/ Gun Time
2. Supported Up to 5 Categories e.g. 42K, 21K, 10K, 5K, 3K
3. Colorful Category Labels
4. Built-in Race Bib/ RFID Tag/ Timing Chip Programming
5. RFID Timing using DL6940
6. Manual Timing without DL6940

System Benefits

1. Automatic identification, automated timing. Accurate, reliable and guaranteed.
2. Sort the final results automatically and manage in the same platform.
3. Locate and Monitor athletes timely, avoiding any anomalies.
4. Accurate judgment and ranking results, avoiding the referee’s mistakes.
5. Ensure the game to be open, fair and just.

Please find more information about RFID race timing system at DAILY RFID website: rfid race timing system software

DAILY RFID CO., LIMITED (http://www.rfid-in-china.com), which belongs to PAN Group Co., Ltd, is the leading company focusing on the research and development of EPC & RFID technology. Daily’s RFID solutions are designed and manufactured with recognized industry standards relevant to RFID and its markets but most notably for use in the demanding environments to recognize and understand your business’s RFID and NFC needs.