I suppose one solution to loose pieces is to do much like the library does with
its books. Having worked in one and seen the effectiveness of the system I ca
nt see why it would not work. Similar systems are in place in many stores, etc
.. using variations on the theme. The main idea being that the objects have a
device in them that the scanner picks up if the device has not been deactivated
prior to passing through the scanner. I have no idea of the costs involved ho
wever if loss of the objects is a problem and costly over time a detection syst
em may be cost effective.
On the other hand have you done any exhibit studies to observe what is going on
. Visitor studies methodology might tell you a lot. Anyway just some comments
... JIM
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