A novel approach for wine anti-counterfeiting using laser-induced graphene chipless RFID tags on cork
Abstract This work introduces novel, non-cloneable chipless RFID tags designed for authentication, offering a solution to protect product brands, such as wine, liquor, oil, and other liquid products, from counterfeit practices. A unique spectral response of the embedded tag, created by depositing va...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Nature Portfolio
2025-04-01
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| Series: | Scientific Reports |
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| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-025-97613-z |
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| Summary: | Abstract This work introduces novel, non-cloneable chipless RFID tags designed for authentication, offering a solution to protect product brands, such as wine, liquor, oil, and other liquid products, from counterfeit practices. A unique spectral response of the embedded tag, created by depositing various conductive layers, can be achieved by combining its shape and sheet resistance. To accomplish this, a laser-induced graphene (LIG) layer is formed on a cork substrate (used as a graphene precursor), followed by an electroplating process to enhance conductivity. This paper presents a prototype scanner, designed to characterize the electromagnetic signature of the tags, compatible variable-sized wine bottles and cork stoppers. Preliminary results obtained with complex logo images demonstrate the feasibility of this technology. |
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| ISSN: | 2045-2322 |