| Chip Timing | Event
timing based around Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology
('chip timing') has become standard in marathon, triathlon and other
mass participation events since the mid-1990s. Athletes wear a
transponder chip or tag on their ankle or footwear. This
Timing Tag transmits a unique ID code when it is over a timing mat and
these ID codes and crossing times are recorded in the Timing Point
computer monitoring each mat.
RedTag Timing have developed Timing Points, Mats and Tags built
around the same Texas Instruments low frequency RFID components used in
the other widely available RFID sports timing systems. However, we have
taken advantage of the major developments in the power of embedded
computing and networking in recent years to provide significant
improvements in providing prompt results and in the information that
can be delivered live on the course to help with tracking athletes'
progress through the race.
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