Patent ID: 7374081
Filing Date: 2008-05-20
Classification: E05B,G09F

Abstract:
1. A radio frequency identification device, comprising: attachment means including an elongated and disposable flexible first strap having first and second opposite ends and having a fastening opening in at least one of said ends; securement means incorporating a fastening element engageable with said fastening opening of said first strap to removably connect said securement means thereto, and to configure said first strap generally in a closed loop configuration encircling and thus retained on a first object or individual to be identified; a radio frequency identification circuit carried by said securement means and programmable for receiving and storing information associated with the first object or individual; said securement means being removable from said first strap to accommodate removal of said first strap from the first object or individual for disposal, and, upon such removal, said fastening element of said securement means being thereupon engageable with a fastening opening of a second strap having first and second opposite ends, to removably connect said securement means thereto, and to configure said second strap generally in a closed loop configuration encircling and thus retained on a second object or individual to be identified; said radio frequency identification circuit being re-programmable for receiving and storing information associated with said second object or individual; said first and second straps each having an antenna; and coupling means for operatively and removably connecting said antenna with said radio frequency identification circuit when said securement means is connected respectively to said first or second strap, and for disconnecting said antenna from said radio frequency identification circuit when said securement means is respectively disconnected from said first or second strap.