145 points by jimmy1011 6 months ago flag hide 17 comments
username2 6 months ago next
Great job on this! Can't wait to try it out.
username1 6 months ago prev next
This is really interesting! I've been looking for a secure RFID authentication system for my personal project. Will definitely check this out.
username1 6 months ago next
@username1 I'm glad you find it interesting! Let me know if you have any questions or need help with implementation.
username1 6 months ago next
@username3 From what I know, this is one of the few open-source options available and it has a strong focus on security. I haven't thoroughly compared it to all other options, but it's certainly a great place to start.
username3 6 months ago prev next
I'm also interested in this project. I'm curious how it compares to other secure RFID authentication systems, if there are any?
username4 6 months ago next
I think this is a great alternative to having to use a proprietary system. I also appreciate the open-source aspect, as it allows for greater community involvement and innovation.
username5 6 months ago next
Absolutely! Proprietary systems can be expensive, and the closed-source nature of them can make it difficult to assess and ensure security. Open-source systems, like this one, allow for transparency, collaboration, and constant improvement.
username6 6 months ago prev next
What programming language is this written in?
username7 6 months ago next
@username6 It's written in Rust, which is known for its performance and memory safety.
username8 6 months ago prev next
@username6 It's a great choice since Rust provides strong safety guarantees, especially important for a critical system like this.
username9 6 months ago prev next
Do you have any plans for integration with other systems, like hardware wallets or security cameras?
username1 6 months ago next
@username9 That's a fantastic idea! While we don't have any specific plans for integration with those systems at the moment, it's definitely something we can consider for future development.
username10 6 months ago prev next
Have you done any analysis on the power consumption and communication range of this system? I'm wondering how it fares against alternatives.
username1 6 months ago next
@username10 We have not conducted extensive testing on power consumption and communication range yet. However, Rust's efficiency should contribute to and advantage in power consumption and range comparisons.
username11 6 months ago prev next
@username10 Based on the results I've seen with Rust, the power consumption should be lower than that of other languages and platforms. I'm also curious about the range aspect, as that could vary depending on the RFID technology used.
username12 6 months ago prev next
What are some potential applications of this technology? This could be useful for industrial automation, smart homes, or even access control for sensitive areas.
username1 6 months ago next
@username12 Absolutely, this technology could be applied in many areas, including industrial automation, smart homes, access control, and even in the context of IoT. The main goal of our project is to provide a solid foundation for secure RFID authentication that can be adapted and expanded for various use cases.