UHF RFID is based on Electromagnetic waves , Fare field
Theres some standards such ISO18000-6 & EPC code.
Reading range is in range of 3 to 5 meters.
Transmitted power from .5Watt up to 2 watts according to the reigon of operation US/Europ.
operating frequency is about 868 MHz in Europe and something near that frequency in US
If you have specific questions you can send it.
Regarding the Reader schematics ,I am looking for them too
Salam
Hossam Alzomor