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12-01-2012 дата публикации

Information storage medium, reproducing method, and recording method

Номер: US20120011525A1
Автор: Hideo Ando, Koji Takazawa, Seiji Morita
Принадлежит: Individual

According to one embodiment, an information storage medium includes an organic dye material which records information with a light beam having a wavelength equal to or smaller than 620 nm.

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Номер записи: 1
19-01-2012 дата публикации

Laser marking method

Номер: US20120013699A1
Автор: Hiroyasu Ueta, Minoru Inuzuka, Yutaka Tsujimoto
Принадлежит: Nidek Co Ltd, Shikibo Ltd, Shizuoka Prefecture

This invention provides a laser marking method that can form a very minute mark of a predetermined shape, such as a letter or pattern, with clarity and high solidity, on the surface of a substrate. The laser marking method of the invention comprises the steps of (1) depositing a coloring material on the surface of a substrate of thermoplastic material to form a thin film of the coloring material, and (2) applying a laser beam to the thin film of the coloring material in conformity with a predetermined marking shape to cause the portions of the substrate irradiated with the laser beam to soften and to cause the thus softened portions to mix with the coloring material, thereby developing the predetermined marking shape on the surface of the substrate.

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Номер записи: 2
24-05-2012 дата публикации

Thermosensitive recording medium

Номер: US20120129692A1
Автор: Katsuto Ohse, Yasuaki Matsumori, Yoshimi Midorikawa, Yukiko Satou
Принадлежит: Nippon Paper Industries Co Ltd

The present invention present a thermosensitive recording medium having excellent printed image quality on a thermosensitive recording surface, particularly for bar code readability, and also good record density and recording property after storage. In a thermosensitive recording medium obtained by installing on a substrate a thermosensitive recording layer containing a colorless or pale electron donating leuco dye and an electron accepting coloring agent, the water drop absorbency of the surface on which a thermosensitive recording layer is installed on said substrate is adjusted to at least 50 seconds by having at least 5 wt. % of mechanical pulp present in the substrate and controlling the sizing agent treatment of the substrate.

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Номер записи: 3
28-06-2012 дата публикации

Process and device for authentication

Номер: US20120166800A1
Автор: Alain Foucou, Jean-Pierre Massicot, Zbigniew Sagan
Принадлежит: Advanced Track and Trace SA

The authentication process comprises: a step of generating a random number ( 105 ), a step of generating a time-stamp ( 115 ), a step of generating a first secret key ( 120 ), a step of truncating the message authentication code utilizing said first secret key ( 125 ), a step of symmetrically encrypting the random number, time-stamp and truncation ( 135 ), utilizing a second secret key ( 130 ) to produce an authentication code ( 145 ). Preferably, during the step of generating a random number, a quantum generator ( 100 ) is utilized. Preferably, during the truncation step, a cryptographic message authenticator is generated utilizing the first secret key. Preferably, during the step of symmetrically encrypting the random number, time-stamp and truncation, by utilizing the second secret key, in addition a hash ( 140 ) is produced.

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Номер записи: 4
12-07-2012 дата публикации

Recording layer for optical information recording medium, optical information recording medium, and sputtering target

Номер: US20120176883A1
Автор: Takeshi Miki, Yasuhiro Sone, Yoko Shida, Yuki Tauchi
Принадлежит: Kobe Steel Ltd, Sony Corp

A recording layer for optical information recording medium excellent in recording property, an optical information recording medium including the recording layer and a sputtering target useful for formation of the recording layer are provided. A recording layer for an optical information recording medium on which recording is performed through irradiation with laser light, the recording layer including an oxide of a metal of which an absolute value of the standard free energy of oxide formation per 1 mol of oxygen is larger than that of Pd (hereinafter referred to metal X) and a Pd oxide, wherein the Pd oxide includes a Pd monoxide and a Pd dioxide, and wherein a ratio of the Pd atom to a total of the metal X atom and the Pd atom which are contained in the recording layer is 4 to 85 atomic %.

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Номер записи: 5
19-07-2012 дата публикации

Container for eggs, method and apparatus for arranging and stabilizing eggs in a container

Номер: US20120180436A1
Автор: Marco Armand Hegyi, Mitchell Barry Chait, Richard Blackburn
Принадлежит: Ten Media Llc

A method for arranging eggs in a container. Eggs placed in receptacles of the container come to a resting orientation, by virtue of eh contouring of the receptacle, such that a long axis of the first egg is tilted toward a rear portion of the container at nearly uniform angles slightly offset from a vertical axis, and parallel side-to-side. Using features of the container, movement of eggs from their resting orientation, as well as twisting (spinning) about their long axes is resisted during marking, shipping or handling. The orienting of eggs in the receptacles or compartments thereof may be aided by use of an egg orienter. Tilting of the eggs may be facilitated by using receptacles or compartments which are asymmetrically contoured with respect to the vertical axis.

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Номер записи: 6
09-08-2012 дата публикации

Drawing control method, laser irradiating apparatus, drawing control program, and recording medium having recorded therewith

Номер: US20120200656A1
Автор: Miyuki Oda
Принадлежит: Ricoh Co Ltd

Drawing control methods, laser irradiating apparatuses, drawing control programs, and recording mediums having recorded therewith are provided that make it possible to efficiently carry out drawing with high quality. The drawing control method controls, by a computer, a drawing device which draws what is to be drawn onto multiple unit regions on a surface of a medium. The computer executes a drawing order determining step which determines a drawing order of a line segment included in the what is to be drawn such that multiple continuing line segments over mutually neighboring multiple unit regions are drawn continuously.

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Номер записи: 7
06-12-2012 дата публикации

Article tracking method

Номер: US20120306189A1
Автор: Robert Laird Stewart, Thierry Gavel
Принадлежит: INNOVIA FILMS SARL

There is described a method of tracking an article ( 30 ) and protecting it against tampering and counterfeiting, the method comprising the steps of providing an article; providing a film ( 1 c ) for wrapping or labelling the article; marking the film with a code ( 5 c ); defining an area of interest ( 35 ) on the article or the film; wrapping or labelling the article with the film so that the code at least partially overlays the area of interest to define a tracking zone in the region of the at least partial overlay; imaging the tracking zone of the wrapped or labelled article; and storing the imaged date for identifying the article. There is also described, use of a frequency-tripled neodymium-doped yttrium aluminium garnet (nd:YAG) laser in marking a code ( 5 c ) on a film ( 1 c ), the code comprising an at least partly random pattern of perforations ( 21, 23, 25 ).

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Номер записи: 8
27-12-2012 дата публикации

Substrate with a modified liquid crystal polymer marking

Номер: US20120328852A1
Автор: Andrea Callegari, Brahim KERKAR, Frédéric Gremaud, Olivier Rozumek, Thomas Tiller, Tristan JAUZEIN
Принадлежит: SICPA HOLDING SA

The present invention relates to a marking on an item or substrate, which marking is based on a chiral nematic (also called cholesteric) liquid crystal precursor composition. Prior to curing the chiral liquid crystal precursor composition in the chiral liquid crystal state at least one optical property exhibited by the composition is modified by two modifying agents of different types in at least one area of the item or substrate.

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Номер записи: 9
28-03-2013 дата публикации

Thermochromic Compositions From Trisubstituted Pyridine Leuco Dyes

Номер: US20130075675A1
Автор: Inc. Chromatic Technologies, James J. Krutak, Maged Henary, Timothy J. Owen
Принадлежит: Chromatic Technologies Inc

A thermochromic leuco dye composition contains a leuco dye moiety including one or more tri-aryl substituted pyridines, a UVA developer moiety including at least one UVA developer selected from the group consisting of salicylic acid and derivatives thereof, and biphenyls and derivatives thereof, and a carrier selected from the group consisting of a fatty ester, fatty alcohol, fatty amide, and combinations thereof.

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Номер записи: 10
04-04-2013 дата публикации

Read label used as information recording medium and method for recording information thereon

Номер: US20130082111A1
Автор: Tomohiro Kijima, Yasushi Shigekawa
Принадлежит: Panasonic Corp

In a read label as an information recording medium and a method for recording information thereon according to the present invention, the read label includes: an adhesive layer 3 ; a metal film layer 4 disposed on the surface of the adhesive layer 3 ; and a light-transmissive protective film layer 5 disposed on the surface of the metal film layer 4 . The adhesive layer 3 and the light-transmissive protective film layer 5 are larger in thickness than the metal film layer 4 , and an evaporated and removed portion is formed in a part of the metal film layer 4 by radiating a laser beam from the side of the light-transmissive protective film layer 5.

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Номер записи: 11
30-05-2013 дата публикации

HEAT TRANSFERABLE MATERIAL FOR IMPROVED IMAGE STABILITY

Номер: US20130133818A1
Автор: Foster David George, Vreeland William B.
Принадлежит:

A heat transferable material includes a heat transferable polymeric binder and a light stabilizer that is an N-oxyl radical derived from a hindered amine. The N-oxyl radical has the following formula (A) or formula (B): 2. The element of comprising at least one protective overcoat patch.3. The element of claim 1 , wherein the heat transferable material further comprises a UV absorbing material in the amount of 20% by weight or less.4. The element of claim 1 , wherein the heat transferable material further comprises a plasticizer in the amount of 3% by weight or less.6. The element of claim 5 , wherein the heat transferable material comprises at least 40% to and including 90% by weight of the resin of Formula I claim 5 , and at least 2 weight % to and including 20 weight % of a UV absorbing material claim 5 , based on the total dry weight of the heat transferable material.7. The element of claim 1 , wherein R claim 1 , R claim 1 , R claim 1 , and Rare independently H claim 1 , CH claim 1 , or CHCH.8. The element of claim 1 , wherein each of R claim 1 , R claim 1 , R claim 1 , and Ris CHor each of R claim 1 , R claim 1 , and Ris CHCH.9. The element of claim 1 , wherein at least one of Rand Ris OH claim 1 , CHCH claim 1 , CH claim 1 , or —NH—C(=O)CH.11. The overcoat material of further comprising a UV absorbing material in the amount of 20 weight % or less claim 10 , or a plasticizer in the amount of up to 2 weight %.13. The overcoat material of claim 10 , wherein each of R claim 10 , R claim 10 , R claim 10 , and Ris CHor each of R claim 10 , R claim 10 , R claim 10 , and Ris CHCH claim 10 , and wherein at least one of Rand Ris OH claim 10 , CHCH claim 10 , CH claim 10 , or NH—C(=O)CH.14. A donor element comprising a polymeric support and the heat transferable overcoat material of .15. A method of coating a receiver element with a protective overcoat material claim 10 , comprising:{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00014', 'claim 14'}, 'contacting the donor element of with ...

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Номер записи: 12
20-06-2013 дата публикации

Fibre optic laser machining equipment for etching grooves forming incipient cracks

Номер: US20130153554A1
Автор: Bruno Frei, Rudolf Von Niederhaeusern, Ulrich Duerr
Принадлежит: Rofin Lasag AG

A laser machining equipment for etching grooves in a wall of a mechanical part, or in a connecting rod for a spark ignition engine, includes a fiber optic laser device arranged to supply laser pulses. The fiber optic laser device is controlled so that laser pulses have a peak power of more than 400 W and at least two times greater than maximum mean power of the laser device, and duration of the laser pulses is below or within the nanosecond range of 1 ns to 1000 ns. The fiber optic laser device can be controlled in a quasi continuous wave (QCW) mode, or can be controlled in a Q-switch mode. The selected operating modes increase machining efficiency and produce a groove with an optimum transverse profile, particularly with a small mean radius of curvature at a bottom of the groove which then allows precise subsequent fracturing of the mechanical part with less force.

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Номер записи: 13
22-08-2013 дата публикации

Method for the thermal photoswitching of spin-transition materials, and uses thereof

Номер: US20130214179A1
Автор: Eric Freysz, Jean-Francois Letard
Принадлежит: CENTRE NATIONAL DE LA RECHERCHE SCIENTIFIQUE CNRS

A method is provided for the thermal photoswitching of spin-transition compounds from the low-spin state to the high-spin state, including at least one step of exposing the material to a non-polarised laser beam which is at room temperature, and the wavelength of which is in the infrared range and the power of which is 1 mW.cm −2 to 1 W.cm −2 . The method may be used for the temporary or permanent marking of materials including particles of at least one spin-transition compound including an iron(II) and triazole ligand compound.

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Номер записи: 14
29-08-2013 дата публикации

REVERSIBLE THERMOSENSITIVE RECORDING MEDIUM

Номер: US20130225402A1
Автор: Ina Hiroyuki, Sugiyama Nobuyoshi, TATEWAKI Tadafumi
Принадлежит: RICOH COMPANY, LTD.

A reversible thermosensitive recording medium including an electronic information recording sheet having at least an electronic information recording element projecting from a surface thereof, a first sheet having a through hole into which the electronic information recording element can be inserted, and a second sheet having a cut-out portion capable of housing the entire electronic information recording sheet, wherein the second sheet houses in the cut-out portion the entire electronic information recording sheet, with being laid over the first sheet, and the electronic information recording element inserted into the through hole. 112-. (canceled)13. A reversible thermosensitive recording medium comprising:an electronic information recording sheet having at least an electronic information recording element projecting from a surface thereof,a first sheet having a through hole into which the electronic information recording element can be inserted,a second sheet having a cut-out portion capable of housing the entire electronic information recording sheet,a base sheet,a reversible thermosensitive recording sheet anda third sheet disposed between the second sheet and the reversible thermosensitive recording sheet,wherein the second sheet houses in the cut-out portion the entire electronic information recording sheet, with being laid over the first sheet, and the electronic information recording element is inserted into the through hole,wherein the first sheet, the second sheet housing the entire electronic information recording sheet, and the reversible thermosensitive recording sheet are laid over the base sheet in this order; and the electronic information recording element projects toward the base sheet and is inserted into the through hole andwherein a thickness A of the second sheet, a maximum thickness B of the electronic information recording sheet, excluding a thickness of the electronic information recording element, and a thickness C of the third sheet ...

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Номер записи: 15
05-09-2013 дата публикации

Colour laser marking methods of security documents

Номер: US20130229008A1
Автор: Bart Waumans, Hubertus Van Aert, Ingrid Geuens, Paul Callant
Принадлежит: Agfa Gevaert NV

A security document precursor including, in order: a) at least one transparent biaxially stretched polyester foil; b) one colourless colour forming layer containing at least an infrared absorber, a colourless dye-precursor and a polymeric binder; and c) a polymeric support; wherein the polymeric binder is copolymer including at least 90 wt % of a chlorinated ethylene and 1 wt % to 10 wt % of vinyl acetate both based on the total weight of the binder. Methods for making the security document precursor are also disclosed.

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Номер записи: 16
03-10-2013 дата публикации

Laser marking

Номер: US20130256284A1
Автор: Alexander D. S. ELLIN, James Reynolds Henshaw
Принадлежит: RENISHAW PLC

A method and apparatus is disclosed for producing precision marks for a metrological scale in the form of a stainless steel ribbon. A laser is used to produce ultra-short pulses which have a fluence at the ribbon such that ablation takes place. The laser light can be scanned via scanner and the pitch of the marks can be controlled. The ablative technique causes little thermal input and improves the accuracy of the scale.

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Номер записи: 17
24-10-2013 дата публикации

Laser Marking of Polymer Materials

Номер: US20130279527A1
Автор: Shibin Jiang
Принадлежит: Advalue Photonics Inc

A system and method for efficiently laser marking a polymer target material, and more particularly a transparent polymer target material, is presented. The system includes a visually transparent polymer target material comprising a surface and a near 2 μm fiber laser, the fiber laser having a peak power equal to or greater than 10 kW, a pulse repetition rate equal to or greater than 1 kHz, and an average power equal to or less than 20 W. In certain embodiments, the fiber laser may be a Q-switched fiber laser having a pulse width equal to or less than 200 ns or a mode-locked fiber laser having a pulse width equal to or less than 100 ps. The method includes producing, using the fiber laser, a mark that is not transparent to visible wavelengths on the surface of the polymer target material without damaging it.

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Номер записи: 18
05-12-2013 дата публикации

Marked thermoplastic compositions, methods of making and articles comprising the same, and uses thereof

Номер: US20130323476A1
Автор: Cornelis Johannes Gerardus Maria van Peer, Robin Alphonsus Adriana van der Scheer, Tony Farrell
Принадлежит: SABIC INNOVATIVE PLASTICS IP BV

An article for laser marking can comprising: a thermoplastic composition comprising a thermoplastic polymer, an active component comprising at least one of a polymeric unit and an additive, wherein the thermoplastic polymer has a visible transmission of greater than or equal to 80% according to ASTM D1003-00, Procedure A, using D65 illumination, 10 degrees observer, and thickness of 1 mm; and a mark produced by chemical rearrangement of the active component generated by a laser of a first wavelength; wherein the mark exhibits at least one of: (i) a change in optical properties in the region 400 nm to 700 nm when exposed to light having a wavelength less than or equal to 500 nm; and (ii) a change in optical properties in the region of 400 nm to 700 nm when exposed to light having a wavelength greater than or equal to the first wavelength.

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Номер записи: 19
09-01-2014 дата публикации

Information storage medium, reproducing method, and recording method

Номер: US20140010060A1
Автор: Hideo Ando, Koji Takazawa, Seiji Morita
Принадлежит: Toshiba Corp

A machine readable information storage medium, a reproducing method and apparatus which reproduces data from the storage medium, and a recording method and apparatus for recording data on the storage medium. The information storage medium includes a control area which stores within a data structure information usable by the recording or reproducing apparatus to record or reproduce the data on or from the storage medium. The information stored within the data structure includes a version corresponding to a specification, a revision number of recording speed, and an extended part version field.

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Номер записи: 20
09-01-2014 дата публикации

Information storage medium, reproducing method, and recording method

Номер: US20140010063A1
Автор: Hideo Ando, Koji Takazawa, Seiji Morita
Принадлежит: Toshiba Corp

A machine readable information storage medium, a reproducing method and apparatus which reproduces data from the storage medium, and a recording method and apparatus for recording data on the storage medium. The information storage medium includes a control area which stores within a data structure information usable by the recording or reproducing apparatus to record or reproduce the data on or from the storage medium. The information stored within the data structure includes a version corresponding to a specification, a revision number of recording speed, and an extended part version field.

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Номер записи: 21
09-01-2014 дата публикации

Decorative products created by lazing graphics and patterns directly on substrates with painted surfaces

Номер: US20140010999A1
Автор: Darryl J. Costin, Darryl J. Costin, JR., Richard C. Fishburn
Принадлежит: RevoLaze LLC

A painted surface is processed by a laser beam to remove at least one layer of paint. The surface that is exposed may be the raw substrate material, e.g., wood or wood laminate, or may be another painted surface. The laser may engrave a pattern, e.g. a wood grain pattern.

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Номер записи: 22
16-01-2014 дата публикации

Method and apparatus for marking an article

Номер: US20140015170A1
Автор: Haibin Zhang, Jan Kleinert, Jeffrey Howerton, Mathew Rekow, Mehmet Alpay, Michael Darwin, Robert Reichenbach
Принадлежит: Electro Scientific Industries Inc

Numerous embodiments of methods and apparatus for marking articles are disclosed. In one embodiment, a method of marking an article includes providing an article having a preliminary visual appearance; modifying a region of the article; and directing a plurality of optical pulses into the modified region of the article. The plurality of optical pulses can be configured to produce a visible mark on the article. Generally, the mark can be characterized as having a modified visual appearance different from the preliminary visual appearance.

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Номер записи: 23
30-01-2014 дата публикации

Electro-chemical process for decorating aluminum surfaces

Номер: US20140027290A1
Автор: Gianpaolo Orlando, Roberto Giovanardi
Принадлежит: METALY Srl

An electrochemical process for decorating a surface, includes marking by a screen or mask which can be subsequently removed to create a decoration including a design, mark or writing, by use of an electrochemical etching solution maintained between a surface to be decorated and an electrode exerting pressure, the surface and the electrode being connected to a generator of electrical current, a pad impregnated with the etching solution being placed between the surface and the electrode, to form a layer of oxide with a thickness of a few thousandths of a micrometer on the surface, and anodizing the decorated surface to form an other layer of oxide, the other layer of oxide being 10 micrometers in depth. The other layer of forms on the surface on which the decoration is applied, maintaining its morphology, and the layer of oxide limits a formation of the other layer of oxide, while at the same time acting upon and emphasizing the morphology of the decorated surface.

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Номер записи: 24
06-02-2014 дата публикации

Laser Imageable Non-Polyolefin Film

Номер: US20140037973A1
Автор: Patrick R. Thomas, Rick Merical, Russell Darley
Принадлежит: Cryovac LLC

The presently disclosed subject matter is directed generally to a polymeric film that comprises at least one laser imageable marking layer. The marking layer comprises a non-polyolefin component (such as polyamide, polyester, and/or polystyrene) and a photochromatic pigment. It has been discovered that a non-polyolefin film comprising a marking layer formulated with a photochromatic pigment offers a substantial advantage over prior art methods of laser imaging non-polyolefin films.

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Номер записи: 25
13-02-2014 дата публикации

METHOD FOR COLOR ERASING PROCESS AND COLOR ERASING DEVICE

Номер: US20140045685A1
Автор: Hazu Hiroyuki, Iguchi Ken, Iizuka Chiaki, Kawaguchi Takahiro, Mizutani Kikuo, Oshiro Toshiaki, Saito Yuichi, Sugiyama Hiroyuki, Sugizaki Yoshiaki, Taki Hiroyuki, Tsuchihashi Hiroyuki, Yahata Isao, Yamaguchi Yoichi, Yokochi Hidetoshi
Принадлежит:

According to an embodiment, a method for color erasing process includes the steps of: supplying a power to a heat source configured to heat a sheet having an image formed thereon using a color erasable material so as to cause heat generation as warming-up control; stopping the power supply to the heat source for a predetermined period of time in the warming-up control if the temperature of the heat source is increased starting from a temperature lower than a predetermined reference value that is lower than a color erasing temperature of the color erasable material and exceeds the predetermined reference value; performing maintenance control that is power supply control to maintain the temperature of the heat source at the target temperature; and performing, after the passage of the predetermined period of time, a color erasing process by the heat source. 1. A method for color erasing process , comprising:supplying a power to a heat source configured to heat a sheet having an image formed thereon using a color erasable material to be color erased by heat;causing the heat source to generate heat by supplying the power;stopping the power supply to the heat source for a predetermined period of time if the temperature of the heat source exceeds a predetermined reference value that is lower than a color erasing temperature of the color erasable material; andperforming, after a passage of the predetermined period of time, maintenance control that is power supply control to maintain the temperature of the heat source at a target temperature set as a temperature used during the color erasing process.2. The method for color erasing process according to claim 1 , wherein whether or not the temperature of the heat source is lower than the predetermined reference value is determined before starting the power supply to the heat source claim 1 , andif the temperature of the heat source is lower than the predetermined reference value, the power supply to the heat source is started. ...

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Номер записи: 26
13-03-2014 дата публикации

HEAT-RESISTANT BRITTLE LABEL

Номер: US20140072791A1
Автор: TAKEDA Koudai, Tanaka Osamu
Принадлежит: NIPPON CARBIDE KOGYO KABUSHIKI KAISHA

A laser-markable, acrylic resin-based laminate having a thickness of 100 to 200 μm and including (A3) a pigmented layer made of a crosslinked acrylic resin obtained by crosslinking an acrylic resin composition having a hydroxyl value of 10 to 100 mg KOH/g, (B3) a base layer made of a crosslinked acrylic resin obtained by crosslinking an acrylic resin composition having a hydroxyl value of 18 to 40 mg KOH/g, and (C3) a destructible layer made of a crosslinked acrylic resin obtained by crosslinking a mixture of an acrylic resin composition having a hydroxyl value of 20 to 35 mg KOH/g and polymer beads. 1. A laser-markable , acrylic resin-based laminate comprising:(A2) a pigmented layer having a thickness of 10 to 30 μm, being made of an acrylic resin, having a tensile elongation at break of less than 5%, and being adapted to provide the outermost surface of the laminate when attached to a substrate,(B2) a destructible layer laminated with the pigmented layer, having a thickness of 30 to 150 μm, providing a visibly distinguishable color difference from the pigmented layer (A2), being made of an acrylic resin, and having a tensile elongation at break of less than 8%, and(C2) a base layer laminated with the destructible layer (B2), having a thickness of 40 to 80 μm, being made of an acrylic resin, and having a tensile elongation at break of 12% or more,and having a thickness of 100 to 200 μm.2. The laser-markable claim 1 , acrylic resin-based laminate according to claim 1 , having a tensile elongation at break of 5% to 30%.3. The laser-markable claim 1 , acrylic resin-based laminate according to claim 1 , having a tensile strength of at least 25 N/10 mm.4. The laser-markable claim 1 , acrylic resin-based laminate according to claim 1 , wherein the acrylic resin is a crosslinked acrylic resin.5. The laser-markable claim 1 , acrylic resin-based laminate according to claim 1 , wherein the pigmented layer (A2) is white or black.6. A laser-markable label having the laser- ...

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Номер записи: 27
20-03-2014 дата публикации

Substrate markings

Номер: US20140076976A1
Автор: Rose Mulligan, Sarita Evans, Sergei Voronov
Принадлежит: Individual

Apparatus, systems, and methods are provided to generate markings on the side of a substrate. The markings represent information. In an embodiment, the information provided in the markings may be used to collect information during an assembly process.

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Номер записи: 28
10-04-2014 дата публикации

IMAGE PROCESSING METHOD, AND IMAGE PROCESSOR

Номер: US20140099574A1
Автор: Hotta Yoshihiko, Ishimi Tomomi, KAWAHARA Shinya
Принадлежит: RICOH COMPANY, LTD.

The present invention provides an image processing method which includes any one of recording an image on a thermally reversible recording medium that can reversibly change any one of its transparency and color tone depending on temperature by irradiating and heating the thermally reversible recording medium with a laser beam, and erasing the image recorded on the thermally reversible recording medium by heating the thermally reversible recording medium, wherein in any one of the image recording and the image erasing, the thermally reversible recording medium is located at a position farther than a focal position of the laser beam, and at least any one of the image recording and the image erasing is performed. 1. An image processing method , comprising:any one of recording an image on a thermally reversiblerecording medium that can reversibly change any one of its transparency and color tone depending on temperature by irradiating and heating the thermally reversible recording medium with a laser beam, anderasing the image recorded on the thermally reversible recording medium by heating the thermally reversible recording medium,wherein in any one of the image recording and the image erasing, the thermally reversible recording medium is located at a position farther than a focal position of the laser beam, and at least any one of the image recording and the image erasing is performed.2. The image processing method according to claim 1 , wherein when a distance from a condenser lens to the focal position is represented by “X” and a distance from the condenser lens to the thermally reversible recording medium is represented by “Y” claim 1 , the equation claim 1 , Y/X=1.02 to 2.0 claim 1 , is satisfied.3. The image processing method according to claim 1 , wherein when a spot diameter of the laser beam at the focal position is represented by “A” and a spot diameter of the laser beam on the thermally reversible recording medium is represented by “B” claim 1 , the equation ...

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Номер записи: 29
06-01-2022 дата публикации

LAYER-BASED DEFECT DETECTION USING NORMALIZED SENSOR DATA

Номер: US20220001497A1
Автор: Cola Mark J., Dave Vivek R.
Принадлежит: Sigma Labs, Inc.

The disclosed embodiments relate to the monitoring and control of additive manufacturing. In particular, a method is shown for removing errors inherent in thermal measurement equipment so that the presence of errors in a product build operation can be identified and acted upon with greater precision. Instead of monitoring a grid of discrete locations on the build plane with a temperature sensor, the intensity, duration and in some cases position of each scan is recorded in order to characterize one or more build operations. 1. (canceled)2. A method comprising:generating an energy beam;directing the energy beam across a work piece along a plurality of scan lines to fuse a layer of powder to the work piece, wherein each scan line of the plurality of scan lines includes a respective scan length;acquiring data from an optical sensor arranged to receive optical emissions from the layer while the energy beam is directed across the work piece; andgenerating, using the acquired data, a baseline characteristic curve of a variation of optical emission intensity for the plurality of scan lines.3. The method of wherein a unique baseline characteristic curve is generated for each respective layer that is fused to the work piece.4. The method of further comprising comparing the baseline characteristic curve to a characteristic curve of a same layer of a different work piece to detect a defect in the different work piece.5. The method of wherein the baseline characteristic curve is corrected for a variation in the scan length of each of the plurality of scan lines.6. The method of wherein the baseline characteristic curve is corrected for a variation in a distance between the optical sensor and each respective scan line.7. The method of wherein the data comprises an intensity of the optical emissions from the layer for each scan line of the plurality of scan lines.8. The method of wherein the data from the optical sensor indicates a temperature at the layer.9. The method of ...

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Номер записи: 30
07-01-2021 дата публикации

PRINTING APPARATUS WITH IMPROVED PERMANENCY OF THE PRINT

Номер: US20210001642A1
Автор: BOERKAMP Martijn Joseph, LEMKADDEM Soufiane, Seshaiya Doraiswamy Chandrasekar Venkatesh
Принадлежит: Tocano Holding B.V.

A printing apparatus, including a laser to treat a substrate by at least partially carbonizing said substrate, where tar-like compounds are formed in the substrate as reaction products of the carbonizing, and an electromagnetic radiator irradiates the reaction products in the substrate to cause at least the tar-like compounds to polymerize and interlink. Further embodiments relate to a printing apparatus, including a laser to treat a substrate, where reaction products are formed in the substrate, and a compressor compresses at least the reaction products in the substrate. An embodiment also relates to a printing method, including at least partially carbonizing a substrate with a laser, forming tar-like compounds as reaction products of the carbonizing in said substrate; compressing the reaction products onto the substrate; and supplying energy to the reaction products that are pressed onto the substrate. 124-. (canceled)25. Printing apparatus , comprising:a laser configured to treat a substrate by at least partially carbonizing said substrate;wherein at least tar like compounds are formed in the substrate as reaction products of the carbonizing; andan electromagnetic radiator configured to irradiate at least the reaction products in the substrate to cause at least the tar like compounds to polymerize and interlink.26. Printing apparatus according to claim 25 , wherein the electromagnetic radiator is an ultraviolet (UV) source and/or an infrared (IR) heating source.27. Printing apparatus according to claim 25 , further comprising a compressor configured to compress at least the reaction products.28. Printing apparatus claim 25 , comprising:a laser configured to treat a substrate;wherein reaction products are formed in the substrate; anda compressor configured to compress at least the reaction products in the substrate.29. Printing apparatus according to claim 28 , wherein the substrate comprises paper and the laser is configured to locally carbonize said paper.30. ...

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Номер записи: 31
07-01-2021 дата публикации

PRINTING APPARATUS WITH IMPROVED PRINT QUALITY CONTROL

Номер: US20210001653A1
Автор: BOERKAMP Martijn Joseph, LEMKADDEM Soufiane, Seshaiya Doraiswamy Chandrasekar Venkatesh
Принадлежит: Tocano Holding B.V.

A printing apparatus, including: a feed, a printer, a controller configured to control operation of the printer, and a print quality sensor configured to acquire print quality information, where the controller is configured to adapt operation of the printer based on the print quality information. Further embodiment relates to a printing method, including the steps of: printing on a substrate in a printing operation; acquiring print quality information; and adaptation of the printing operation based on the print quality information. 127-. (canceled)28. Printing apparatus , comprising:a feed;a printer;a controller configured to control operation of the printer;a print quality sensor configured to acquire print quality information; andwherein the controller is configured to adapt operation of said printer based on the print quality information.29. Printing apparatus according to claim 28 , further comprising:a laser configured to locally treat a substrate;wherein the print quality sensor is configured to acquire print quality information of the substrate at least partly treated by said laser.30. Printing apparatus according to claim 29 , wherein the substrate comprises paper and the laser is configured to locally carbonize said paper.31. Printing apparatus according to claim 28 , wherein the print quality sensor is configured to acquire print quality information during local carbonization of the substrate by said laser.32. Printing apparatus according to claim 28 , wherein said controller is configured to stop carbonization of said substrate when a predetermined print quality has been obtained.33. Printing apparatus according to claim 28 , further comprising a light source claim 28 , and wherein the print quality sensor is a light sensor.34. Printing apparatus according to claim 28 , wherein the print quality sensor is an infrared sensor claim 28 , and/or an image sensor claim 28 , and/or a thermal sensor.35. Printing apparatus according to claim 29 , where the print ...

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Номер записи: 32
03-01-2019 дата публикации

Method for matching and tracking workpieces in laser etching operation

Номер: US20190001723A1
Автор: Franklin Gregory Lee, Hall David Lynn, Polk Michael Lane
Принадлежит:

A method for matching and tracking workpieces in laser etching operation includes generating by the computer a label image that uniquely identifies the workpiece, moving a laser head to the workpiece, setting the laser head to a first power level by a power controller, etching the product image on the workpiece using a laser beam emitted from the laser head, wherein the laser beam is modulated at the first power level in accordance with a product image in a pixel wise fashion across the workpiece, moving the laser head to the label by the transport mechanism, setting the laser head to a second power level by the power controller, etching the label image on the workpiece using a laser beam emitted from the laser head, wherein the laser beam is modulated at the second power level in accordance with the label image in a pixel wise fashion across the label. 1. A method for matching and tracking workpieces in laser etching operation , comprising:receiving a product image by a computer, wherein the product image is to be reproduced on a workpiece by laser etching;generating, by the computer, a label image that uniquely identifies the workpiece, wherein the workpiece and the label are placed over a platform in a laser etching apparatus;moving a laser head to the workpiece by a transport mechanism;setting the laser head to a first power level by a power controller;while scanning the laser head across the workpiece, etching the product image on the workpiece using a laser beam emitted from the laser head, wherein the laser beam is modulated at the first power level in accordance with the product image in a pixel wise fashion across the workpiece;moving the laser head to the label by the transport mechanism;setting the laser head to a second power level by the power controller;while scanning the laser head across the label, etching the label image on the workpiece using a laser beam emitted from the laser head, wherein the laser beam is modulated at the second power level in ...

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Номер записи: 33
03-01-2019 дата публикации

THERMOSENSITIVE RECORDING MATERIALS CONTAINING CHELATING AGENTS

Номер: US20190001727A1
Автор: DAUDIN Laurence, GAYRARD Florence, IWATA Daiki
Принадлежит: RICOH COMPANY, LTD.

The present invention relates to thermal recording materials comprising (in order): 18-. (canceled)9. A thermal recording material comprising:a base layer;one or more undercoat layers which is/are laid down on the base layer;a thermo-sensitive coloring layer which is laid down on the uppermost undercoat layer, on the opposite side with respect to the base layer; andone or more protective layers which is/are laid down on the thermo-sensitive coloring layer, on the opposite side with respect to the undercoat layer(s),wherein one or more of the said undercoat layer(s) and/or the thermo-sensitive coloring layer and/or one or more of the said protective layer(s) contains a phosphorus-based chelating agent chosen from one of the following families:(1) aminophosphates and amino phosphonic acids;(2) phosphates, pyrophosphates and polyphosphates;(3) diphosphonic acids containing C—OH groups;(4) phosphonotricarboxylic acids; and(5) polyol phosphate esters.10. A thermal recording material according to claim 9 , wherein the phosphorus-based chelating agent is incorporated in an undercoat layer.11. A thermal recording material according to claim 9 , wherein the phosphorus-based chelating agent is ATMP (amino trimethylene phosphonic acid) claim 9 , EDTMP (ethylene diamino tetramethylene phosphonic acid) claim 9 , DTPMP (diethylenetriamine penta(methylene phosphonic acid)) claim 9 , HMDTMPA (hexamethylenediamine tetramethylene phosphonic acid) claim 9 , nitriliotri(methylene phosphonic acid) NTMP claim 9 , or iminodi(methylenephosphonic acid) (IDMP) claim 9 , or salts thereof.12. A thermal recording material according to claim 9 , wherein the phosphorus-based chelating agent is trisodium phosphate claim 9 , STMP (sodium trimetaphosphate) claim 9 , STPP (sodiumtripolyphosphate) claim 9 , or TSPP (tetrasodium pyrophosphate) claim 9 , or a potassium salt or ammonium or substituted ammonium salt of the same.1314-. (canceled) The present application claims priority under 35 U.S.C. § ...

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Номер записи: 34
05-01-2017 дата публикации

Circumferential coating material and circumferentially coated honeycomb structure

Номер: US20170002205A1
Автор: Kazunari AKITA, Makoto Murai, Yoshihiro Sato
Принадлежит: NGK Insulators Ltd

A circumferential coating material contains colloidal silica, silicon carbide, and titanium oxide different in particle diameters from silicon carbide, coats a circumferential surface of a honeycomb structure monolithically formed by extrusion, including as a main component, cordierite having a porosity of 50 to 75%, and forms a circumferential coating layer. A circumferentially coated honeycomb structure has a honeycomb structure comprising latticed porous partition walls defining and forming a plurality of polygonal cells forming through channels and extending from one end face to the other end face, and a circumferential coating layer formed by coating at least a part of a circumferential surface of the honeycomb structure with the circumferential coating material.

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Номер записи: 35
13-01-2022 дата публикации

Inkless printing method, inkless printer, and printed substrate

Номер: US20220009262A1
Автор: Venkatesh SESHAIYA DORAISWAMY CHANDRASEKAR
Принадлежит: Macsa ID SA

The invention relates to an inkless printing method. The invention also relates to an inkless printing device, in particular configured to perform at least a part of the method according to the invention. The invention furthermore relates to a substrate provided with at least one printed marking realised by applying the method according to the invention and/or the device according to the invention.

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Номер записи: 36
20-01-2022 дата публикации

Workpiece management method and sheet cutting machine

Номер: US20220020696A1
Автор: Daisuke Yamashita, Yoshinobu Saito
Принадлежит: Disco Corp

A workpiece management method includes a frame unit forming step of forming a frame unit with a workpiece supported in an opening of an annular frame via a resin sheet, a printing step of, after performing the frame unit forming step, printing identification information of the workpiece on the resin sheet in an area between an outer periphery of the workpiece and an inner periphery of the annular frame, a processing step of processing the workpiece by a processing machine, a separation step of separating the processed workpiece from the resin sheet, and a storage step of storing the resin sheet from which the workpiece has been separated. A sheet cutting machine suitable for use in the workpiece management method is also disclosed.

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Номер записи: 37
14-01-2021 дата публикации

Laser marking system and method for laser marking a workpiece

Номер: US20210008663A1
Автор: Mark S. Longmuir, Simon Raab
Принадлежит: MECCO Partners LLC

A laser marking system for marking a predetermined pattern on a workpiece may include a first light source structured to emit first light at a first wavelength; a second light source structured to emit second light at a second wavelength different from the first wavelength and selected to mark a marking surface of the workpiece; beam shaping optics structured to adjust a focal length of the second light; beam steering optics structured to aim the first laser light and the second laser light; a controller configured to control the first light source to emit the first light at the marking surface of the workpiece and control the beam steering optics to aim the second light so as to mark the marking surface of the workpiece and create the first predetermined pattern; and a camera structured to detect first light reflected from the marking surface and record an image.

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Номер записи: 38
10-01-2019 дата публикации

METHOD FOR MARKING ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS

Номер: US20190009573A1
Автор: Grossmann Christian, Klages Kilian, Naguschewski Bernd, Probach Nicole
Принадлежит:

A method for marking electrical components, in particular a plurality of series terminals situated one next to another, includes the following steps: attaching at least one unlabeled marking material at a predefined position to at least one component; introducing at least one component into a marking position in a marking device including a laser head; and labeling a marking material using the laser head. 1: A method for marking electrical components , the method comprising:attaching at least one unlabeled marking material at a predefined position to at least one component;introducing the at least one component into a marking position in a marking device comprising a laser head; andlabeling the at least one a marking material using the laser head.2: The method as recited in claim 1 , wherein the at least one component includes at least one electrical component; wherein at least two unlabeled marking materials are attached to the at least one electrical component claim 1 , andwherein first and second marking materials are labeled.3: The method as recited in claim 1 , wherein the at least one component includes at least two electrical components situated one next to another respectively; wherein the at least one unlabeled marking material is attached to the at least two electrical components; andwherein the at least one marking material of the second electrical component is labeled.4: The method as recited in claim 2 , wherein claim 2 , for labeling the second marking material of a first electrical component and/or for labeling a marking material of a second electrical component claim 2 , a laser beam of the laser head is deflected.5: The method as recited in claim 2 , wherein a position of an electrical component in the marking device is changed prior to labeling the second marking material of the electrical component and/or a position of the electrical components in the marking device is changed prior to labeling a marking material of a second electrical component.6 ...

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Номер записи: 39
11-01-2018 дата публикации

Method of image formation

Номер: US20180010000A1
Автор: Anthony Jarvis, Martin Walker
Принадлежит: DataLase Ltd

A method for providing an image on or in a substrate is provided, and comprises applying to the substrate: (i) ammonium octamolybdate (AOM) in the form of the alpha-isomer, obtainable by thermal decomposition of ammonium molybdate at 215-225° C. for 180 mins, and which has an anhydrous loss on ignition in the range 8.00 to 8.80; or (ii) a composition comprising ammonium octamolybdate as defined in (i), and a binder; followed by irradiation. Also provided are liquid ink compositions comprising AOM as defined above, and a binder.

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Номер записи: 40
09-01-2020 дата публикации

CONTROLLED ABLATION AND SURFACE MODIFICATION FOR MARKING AN ELECTRONIC DEVICE

Номер: US20200009891A1
Автор: Nashner Michael S., Russell-Clarke Peter N.
Принадлежит:

An article having a laser-formed marking is disclosed. The article includes a coating defining an exterior surface of the article and the marking extends through the coating. The marking comprises a recessed marking feature which provides a color or other visual attribute to the marking. 1. An electronic device , comprising: a metal substrate;', a first layer disposed over the front surface of the metal substrate and comprising a polymer binder and inorganic pigment particles dispersed within the polymer binder; and', 'a second layer disposed over the first layer and comprising a transparent polymer defining at least a portion of an exterior surface of the electronic device; and, 'a coating layer formed along at least a front surface of the metal substrate and comprising, at least one recess wall partially defining a recess extending through the first layer and the second layer; and', 'a recessed marking feature defining a bottom of the recess and visually distinct from an adjacent portion of the coating layer., 'a marking formed along the exterior surface and comprising a laser-formed relief feature having], 'a device component comprising2. The electronic device of claim 1 , wherein:the recessed marking feature includes an oxide layer formed over the metal substrate; anda color of the recessed marking feature is due, at least in part, to a thickness of the oxide layer.3. The electronic device of claim 1 , wherein: a groove extending into the metal substrate and defining a pair of groove walls;', 'a first metal oxide layer extending along a first wall of the pair of groove walls and having a first thickness defining, in part, a first color; and', 'a second metal oxide layer formed along a second wall of the pair of groove walls, having a second thickness different from the first thickness, and defining, in part, a second color., 'the laser-formed relief feature includes4. The electronic device of claim 3 , wherein an apparent color of the recessed marking feature is ...

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Номер записи: 41
09-01-2020 дата публикации

Medium issuance system and medium issuance method

Номер: US20200009892A1
Автор: Takumi Motoi, Toru Nishioka
Принадлежит: DAI NIPPON PRINTING CO LTD

There is provided a medium issuance system which can easily transfer print on an intermediate transfer sheet to a polycarbonate transfer medium. The medium issuance system 50 includes an intermediate transfer sheet supply section 52 for supplying an intermediate transfer sheet 53 to a polycarbonate transfer medium 1, and a hot stamp 55 for heating and pressing the intermediate transfer sheet 53 to transfer print 10 A, 10 C on the intermediate transfer sheet 53 to the transfer medium 1. The hot stamp 55 heats and presses the intermediate transfer sheet 53 at a temperature of not less than 120° C. and not more than 200° C., and at a pressure of not less than 0.1 kgf/cm 2 and not more than 1000 kgf/cm 2 .

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Номер записи: 42
12-01-2017 дата публикации

LASER MARKER CAPABLE OF SETTING OPTIMUM PRINT PATTERN MAKING UP TWO-DIMENSIONAL CODE PRINTED ON WORKPIECE

Номер: US20170011236A1
Автор: Kouyama Masatoshi
Принадлежит:

A laser marker enables efficient determination of an optimum condition for a printing pattern of a two-dimensional code and simplification of the evaluation operation of the printing pattern of the two-dimensional code. A printing pattern regarding a cell to be printed in each of reference cells of a two-dimensional code is generated. The two-dimensional code is printed in this cell printing pattern. The recognition rate of the two-dimensional code is calculated on the basis of the reference cells. When the recognition rate is a predetermined value or more, a present printing pattern is stored as an optimum condition (optimum printing pattern) in a database. In contrast, when the recognition rate is less than the predetermined value, the size of cells constituting the present printing pattern is changed. The two-dimensional code is printed in the changed cell printing pattern, and the recognition rate of the two-dimensional code is calculated again. 1. A laser marker comprising:a laser oscillation unit configured to emit a laser beam;a scanner configured to scan the laser beam emitted from the laser oscillation unit;a laser converging unit configured to receive the scanning laser beam and converge the scanning laser beam onto a workpiece;a print pattern generator configured to generate print patterns different in area size, each of the print patterns being printed within a preselected reference cell that makes up a two-dimensional code printed on the workpiece by the scanning laser beam;a two-dimensional code recognition device configured to recognize the two-dimensional code printed on the workpiece;a recognition rate computing unit configured to compute a recognition rate with respect to at least a part of the two-dimensional code recognized by the two-dimensional code recognition device;a print pattern changing unit configured to change the print pattern until the recognition rate of the printed print pattern has become equal to or greater than a threshold value; ...

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Номер записи: 43
12-01-2017 дата публикации

DIGITAL CODING OF RUBBER ARTICLES

Номер: US20170011666A1
Автор: Kraus Armin
Принадлежит: 4Jet Technologies GMBH

Described is a method of providing a rubber article () with a digital code pattern (), wherein the rubber article () comprises a cured polymer material (), the method comprising: Generating, e.g. by means of electromagnetic radiation (), a digital code pattern () in the cured polymer material of the rubber article, the digital code pattern () comprising a first surface portion () and a second surface portion () having different optical reflectivity. Generating the digital code pattern () may include generating protrusions () or holes () in the second surface portions (). The digital code pattern () may identify the rubber article () e.g. within a batch of rubber articles. Described is also a rubber article () comprising a digital code pattern (), a rubber article marking device and a computer program product for controlling a rubber article marking device. 115.-. (canceled)16. A method of providing a rubber article with a digital code pattern , wherein the rubber article comprises a cured polymer material , the method comprising:generating a digital code pattern in the cured polymer material of the rubber article, the digital code pattern comprising a first surface portion and a second surface portion having different optical reflectivity.17. The method according to claim 16 , wherein the digital code pattern identifies the rubber article claim 16 , in particular within a fabrication batch of rubber articles.18. The method according to claim 16 , wherein generating the digital code pattern comprises generating a surface structure in the second surface portion claim 16 , the surface structure providing a second optical reflectivity which is lower than a first optical reflectivity of the first surface portion.19. The method according to claim 18 , wherein the surface structure comprises a plurality of holes.20. The method according to claim 18 , wherein generating the surface structure comprises selectively removing part of the cured polymer material.21. The method ...

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Номер записи: 44
10-01-2019 дата публикации

High Pressure Processing Pressure Sensor

Номер: US20190011318A1
Автор: Owen Timothy J., Small Lyle D., Wang Ruizheng
Принадлежит: CHROMATIC TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

A pressure sensor and its use for visually determining whether a preselected pressure threshold has been achieved, for example during high pressure processing treatment of a foodstuff. The pressure sensor includes a contained color-changing system having a dye, a developer, and a solvent; upon achievement of the preselected pressure threshold, the dye and the developer interact, resulting in a visible color change. Further, the visible color change can be retained upon a decrease in pressure and upon an increase in temperature, thereby effectively recording the achievement of the preselected pressure threshold during the high pressure processing treatment. 1125-. (canceled)126. A container component comprising: [ a dye;', 'a developer; and', 'a solvent;, 'a contained reversible thermochromic color-changing system comprising, 'wherein said developer variably interacts with said dye according to the pressure of said color-changing system;', 'wherein upon achievement of said pressure threshold, said dye and said developer interact, resulting in a visible color change;', 'wherein said reversible thermochromic color-changing system comprises a color-memory property which facilitates retention of said visible color change upon a decrease in pressure from said pressure threshold to record said achievement of said pressure threshold; and, 'a pressure sensor for visually determining whether a pressure threshold has been achieved, said pressure sensor comprisingat least one thermoplastic material.127. The container component of claim 126 , wherein said contained reversible thermochromic color-changing system is in admixture with at least a portion of said thermoplastic material.128. The container component of claim 126 , wherein said contained reversible thermochromic color-changing system is incorporated into at least of portion of said thermoplastic material.129. The container component of claim 126 , wherein said contained reversible thermochromic color-changing system is ...

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Номер записи: 45
03-02-2022 дата публикации

CONCEALABLE MARKING

Номер: US20220032671A1
Автор: Paskalova Svetlana
Принадлежит:

Systems and methods relate generally to a concealable marking. In an example, obtained is a printing device having a printhead, a plasma head, a platform, and a stencil holder. The printhead is configured to print to a surface of a medium. The plasma head is configured to provide a plasma. The platform is configured to support and transport the medium. The stencil holder is configured to hold a stencil between the surface of the medium and the plasma head. A region of the surface of the medium is covered with the stencil. The stencil defines at least one opening for exposure of a portion of the region of the surface. A plasma is generated with the plasma head. The portion of the surface of the medium is exposed to the plasma through the at least one opening to hydrophilize the portion of the surface thereof to provide the concealable marking. 1. A method for forming a concealable marking on a medium , comprising:obtaining a printing device having a printhead, a plasma head, a platform, and a stencil holder;wherein the printhead is configured to print to a surface of the medium;wherein the plasma head is configured to provide a plasma;wherein the platform is configured to support and transport the medium;wherein the stencil holder is configured to hold a stencil between the surface of the medium and the plasma head;covering a region of the surface of the medium with the stencil;wherein the stencil defines at least one opening for exposure of a portion of the region of the surface;generating a plasma with the plasma head; andexposing the portion of the surface of the medium to the plasma through the at least one opening to hydrophilize the portion of the surface thereof to provide the concealable marking.2. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising printing content in the portion on the surface of the medium.3. The method according to claim 2 , wherein the stencil is a ceramic or metal patterned mask having a thickness of less than 10 millimeters.4. The ...

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Номер записи: 46
15-01-2015 дата публикации

Security Document and Method for Producing a Security Document

Номер: US20150018206A1
Автор: Jürgen Scheuer
Принадлежит: Leonhard Kurz Stiftung and Co KG

The invention relates to a security document ( 30 ″), to a method for producing a security document ( 30 ″), and to a method for producing an individualized security document ( 30 ″). The security document ( 30 ″) has a carrier substrate ( 1 ) with a carrier layer ( 10 ) and a thermosensitive coating ( 11 ) which can be caused to change color by the action of heat, in particular by means of a thermal print head ( 911 ). The security document ( 30 ″) further has a film element ( 2 ), which is transparent at least in areas and which has at least one decorative layer ( 24, 25 ) with at least one optical security feature ( 51, 52 ), and an adhesive layer ( 3 ). The adhesive layer ( 3 ) is arranged between the film element ( 2 ) and the carrier substrate ( 1 ). The thermosensitive coating ( 11 ) is arranged between the adhesive layer ( 3 ) and the carrier layer ( 10 ). The film element ( 2 ) covers the thermosensitive coating ( 11 ) at least in areas when viewed perpendicularly to the plane spanned by the upper side of the carrier substrate.

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Номер записи: 47
16-01-2020 дата публикации

Marking system for decorating workpieces

Номер: US20200016690A1
Автор: Hall David Lynn, Polk Michael Lane
Принадлежит:

A marking system for decorating one or more workpieces includes a plurality of marking stations that can mark product images on blank workpieces to produce product workpieces, at least some of which have different sizes, shapes, materials, or a combination thereof, a control system that can select one of the plurality of marking stations and send product image data to the selected one of the plurality of marking stations, and a robotic manipulator that can transport a blank workpiece to the selected marking station under the control of the robotic manipulator. The selected marking station can mark the product image the blank workpiece based on the product image data which produces a product workpiece. The robotic manipulator can remove the product workpiece from the selected one of the plurality of marking stations. 1. A marking system for decorating one or more workpieces , comprising:a plurality of marking stations configured to mark product images on blank workpieces to produce product workpieces, at least some of which have different sizes, shapes, materials, or a combination thereof;a control system configured to select one of the plurality of marking stations and send product image data to the selected one of the plurality of marking stations; anda robotic manipulator configured to transport a blank workpiece to the selected one of the plurality of marking stations under the control of the robotic manipulator,wherein the selected one of the plurality of marking stations is configured to mark the product image the blank workpiece based on the product image data which produces a product workpiece,wherein the robotic manipulator is configured to remove the product workpiece from the selected one of the plurality of marking stations.2. The marking system of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the blank workpieces is labeled with a blank workpiece identification code claim 1 , the marking system further comprising:a workpiece scanner configured to scan the blank ...

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Номер записи: 48
21-01-2021 дата публикации

Method of providing a security element on a security document by laser marking

Номер: US20210016592A1
Автор: Jurgen Jung, Nick VALCKX, Rene Geelen
Принадлежит: Agfa Gevaert NV

A method of providing an Optical Variable Device (OVD) and a tactile security element on a security document includes exposing the security document with a laser. The security document includes an overlay provided on a core, and the overlay includes a compound capable or releasing a gas. The OVD and the tactile security element have a metallic appearance.

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Номер записи: 49
26-01-2017 дата публикации

METHOD FOR MARKING THE SURFACE OF A MECHANICAL PART WITH A PREDEFINED GRAPHICAL REPRESENTATION HAVING A HOLOGRAPHIC EFFECT

Номер: US20170021654A1
Автор: Begue-Duthu Geoffrey, BILHE Pascal Fabrice
Принадлежит: SNECMA

A method of marking the surface of a mechanical part with a predefined graphic having a holographic type effect, the method including using a laser source to apply a succession of laser pulses to the outside surface of a part for marking, with different masks being interposed between the laser source and the outside surface of the part, each mask having a particular pattern, each laser pulse having a power density of at least 20 MW/cmand a duration that is less than or equal to 100 ns. 1. A method of marking the surface of a mechanical part with a predefined graphic having a holographic type effect , the method comprising using a laser source to apply a succession of laser pulses to the outside surface of a part for marking , with different masks being interposed between the laser source and the outside surface of the part , each mask having a particular pattern , each laser pulse having a power density of at least 20 MW/cmand a duration that is less than or equal to 100 ns.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the power density and/or the diameter of the mask and/or the particular pattern of the mask are different for each pulse applied to the outside surface of the part.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein a focusing lens is interposed between the laser source and the outside surface of the part.4. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the laser source is an Nd-YAG laser.5. The method according to claim 1 , wherein each laser pulse has an impact diameter of at least 0.5 mm.6. The method according to claim 1 , wherein when the part for marking is made of metal claim 1 , each laser pulse has power density lying in the range 0.04 GW/cmto 0.55 GW/cm.7. The method according to claim 1 , wherein when the part for marking is made of composite material comprising carbon fibers and an epoxy matrix claim 1 , each laser pulse has a power density lying in the range 0.15 GW/cmto 2 GW/cm.8. The method according to claim 1 , wherein when the part for marking ...

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Номер записи: 50
24-01-2019 дата публикации

Packaging sheet, and packaging container and packaging method using the packaging sheet

Номер: US20190022989A1
Автор: Hidenao Takeuchi, Hidenobu HARIMA, Masahiko Yoshida, Shinichi Ono, Takayuki Kimura
Принадлежит: Osaka Sealing Printing Co Ltd

Provided are a packaging sheet and a packaging container where it is unnecessary to paste a printed label and disappearance or color development due to friction or the like after thermal printing do not occur. The packaging sheet includes a heat seal layer 10 for thermally welding by heating, a heat-sensitive layer 40 including a color developing material that develops a color by heating, and a base material layer 70 that secures the strength and protects the heat-sensitive layer 40 . The heat seal layer 10 , the heat-sensitive layer 40 , and the base material layer 70 are provided in this order from a back surface side in a thickness direction. The packaging sheet is transparent before the heat-sensitive layer 40 develops the color.

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Номер записи: 51
10-02-2022 дата публикации

COMPOSITIONS INCLUDING A LASER MARKING ADDITIVE AND SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF LASER MARKING THE COMPOSITIONS

Номер: US20220041839A1
Автор: de Brouwer Johannes, Gunbas Duygu Deniz, Nandi Manish
Принадлежит:

This disclosure describes a composition that includes a polymer and a laser marking additive, and systems and method of formation and use thereof. The laser marking additive includes 2-(4,6-Diphenyl-1,3,5-triazin-2-yl-5-hexyloxy)phenol, 2-(2h-benzotriazol-2-yl)-4-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)phenol, 2-(2 hydroxy-3,5 dicumyl)benzotriazole, or any combination thereof. The laser marking additive is configured to enable generation of laser markings in a polymer by a laser, such as in a transparent and/or translucent polymer by an ultraviolet laser. 1. A composition comprising:one or more polymers; anda laser marking additive selected from the group consisting of: 2-(4,6-Diphenyl-1,3,5-triazin-2-yl-5-hexyloxy)phenol, 2-(2h-benzotriazol-2-yl)-4-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)phenol, 2-(2 hydroxy-3,5 dicumyl)benzotriazole, and any combination thereof.2. The composition of claim 1 , wherein 2-(4 claim 1 ,6-Diphenyl-1 claim 1 ,3 claim 1 ,5-triazin-2-yl-5-hexyloxy)phenol is present in an amount within a range of 0.01% to 0.5% by weight of the composition.3. The composition of claim 1 , wherein 2-(2h-benzotriazol-2-yl)-4-(1 claim 1 ,1 claim 1 ,3 claim 1 ,3-tetramethylbutyl)phenol is present in an amount within a range of 0.01% to 0.5% by weight of the composition.4. The composition of claim 1 , wherein 2-(2 hydroxy-3 claim 1 ,5 dicumyl)benzotriazole is present in an amount within a range of 0.01% to 3% by weight of the composition.5. The composition of claim 1 , wherein at least one polymer of the one or more polymers is selected from the group consisting of: polycarbonate (PC) claim 1 , polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) claim 1 , cyclic olefin copolymers (COCs) claim 1 , cyclic olefin polymers (COPs) claim 1 , cyclic block copolymers (CBC) claim 1 , pentaerythritol tetrastearate (PET) claim 1 , polyvinyl chloride (PVC) claim 1 , polyethylene (PE) claim 1 , polypropylene (PP) claim 1 , polystyrene (PS) claim 1 , polymetylpentene (PMP) claim 1 , isosorbide based polycarbonate claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 52
26-01-2017 дата публикации

EtherMark/IP Marking System

Номер: US20170023925A1
Автор: Flanagan Robert Herman, Kohnstamm Simon Robb, Kyn Pavel, Sweet David Morgan
Принадлежит:

The invention is a system that facilitates integration of laser or dot peen marking systems into factory automation networks using the standard EtherNet/IP protocol. Built-in support for the EIP protocol greatly simplifies the PLC programming task, and lowers the cost of integrating the marking system into factory operations. 1. A marking system for a laser or dot peen controller comprised of a controller wherein a PLC uses EIP to operate said controller.2. The marking system of whereby communication to the PLC is limited to one command for loading claim 1 , and one command for configuring and marking a job file.3. The marking system of whereby communication follows an object model structure that is defined in EtherNet IP.4. The marking system of further comprising a protocol converter claim 1 , the protocol converter adapting EtherNet/IP object model commands to proprietary API commands to operate the marking system.5. The marking system of whereby a marking of long text strings is accomplished by string concatenation.6. The marking system of wherein the text strings sent in consecutive EIP packets are concatenated into a single larger text string.7. The marking system of whereby undesirable serial number duplication is prevented.8. The marking system of whereby specific numeric fields are declared in an EIP packet to be unique serial numbers and are stored in internal memory.9. The marking system of further comprising: receiving a new OP packet to mark claim 8 , comparing content of specific numeric fields to previously received content stored in internal memory; whereby if the content is identical claim 8 , the marking process is prevented from starting and raises a fault.10. The marking system of whereby communication occurs through an Ethernet TCP/IP communication port and an RS232/422/485 serial communication port.11. The marking system of claim 1 , whereby the converter code translates EtherNet/IP object model commands to proprietary API commands for the ...

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Номер записи: 53
23-01-2020 дата публикации

Method of producing projection path data, processing method, and cam system

Номер: US20200023470A1
Автор: Jun Ueda, Makoto Yoshida, Toshio Maeda
Принадлежит: DGshape Corp

A method of producing a projection path data to be used in forming a desired shape by projecting a laser beam into a material, the method includes a first step of converting two-dimensional information representing the desired shape in two dimensions in an XYZ coordinate system into three-dimensional information in an XYZ coordinate system, and a second step of producing the projection path data based on the three-dimensional information that has been converted.

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Номер записи: 54
24-01-2019 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MARKING OPTICAL COMPONENT AT HIGH SPEED

Номер: US20190025534A1
Автор: Carberry Joel Patrick, Liu Anping, Mozdy Eric John, Nayak Barada Kanta
Принадлежит:

A system and method for marking a moving surface of a fiber optic cable is provided. The system includes a supply of the fiber optic cable, a laser generating device configured to generate a laser beam that forms markings by interacting with the material of the moving surface of the fiber optic cable. The system includes a movement device moving the fiber optic cable through the system at a speed of at least 50 m per minute. The system includes a laser directing device located in the path of the laser beam and configured to change the path of the laser beam to direct the laser beam to a plurality of discrete locations on the moving surface to form a series of marks on the moving surface. The moving surface includes a plurality of tracking indicia to allow the position of the moving surface to be determined. 1. An optical cable component , comprising:a body having an outer surface and an inner surface defining a lumen;one or more optical transmission elements located within the lumen;a plurality of tracking indicia spaced from one another along the length of the body, each adjacent pair of tracking indicia defining a label area on the outer surface of the body located between each adjacent pair of tracking indicia, the tracking indicia having a first marking structure formed from a first indicia formation method, wherein the tracking indicia are non-alpha numeric indicia; anda plurality of label markings formed in each of the label areas, wherein the label markings have a second marking structure formed from a second indicia formation method, wherein the first marking structure is different than the second marking structure and the first indicia formation method is different from the second indicia formation method.2. The optical cable component of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of tracking indicia are inkjet printed indicia and the plurality of label markings are laser formed indicia claim 1 , wherein the outer surface of the body is and outer surface of one of an ...

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Номер записи: 55
28-01-2021 дата публикации

Laser marking ink composition and packaging material

Номер: US20210024760A1
Автор: Hayakazu MASAOKA, Kasumi IGARASHI
Принадлежит: Dainichiseika Color and Chemicals Mfg Co Ltd

The present invention provides a laser marking ink composition with which a laser marking layer that enables recording with satisfactory visibility can be formed. This laser marking ink composition is a laser marking ink composition containing a binder resin (A), and titanium oxide (B) that causes color development in the laser marking layer by irradiation with laser light, wherein the titanium oxide (B) comprises at least one surface-treated titanium oxide (BI) selected from the group consisting of alumina-treated titanium oxide (b1), alumina-silica composite-treated titanium oxide (b2), and ATO-treated titanium oxide (b3), and at least one of condition 1 such that a ratio of a content of the surface-treated titanium oxide (BI) to a content of the binder resin (A), (BI/A), is 2.5 to 6.5 on a solid content mass ratio basis and condition 2 such that a ratio of a content of the titanium oxide (b3) to a content of the binder resin (A), (b3/A), is 1.0 to 6.5 on a solid content mass ratio basis is satisfied.

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Номер записи: 56
23-01-2020 дата публикации

MICRO DEVICE ARRANGEMENT IN DONOR SUBSTRATE

Номер: US20200025818A1
Автор: Chaji Gholamreza, Fathi Ehsanollah
Принадлежит: VueReal Inc.

This disclosure is related to arranging micro devices in the donor substrate by either patterning or population so that there is no interfering with non-receiving pads and the non-interfering area in the donor substrate is maximized. This enables the transfer of micro devices to a receiver substrate with fewer steps. 1. A method of populating a receiver substrate , the method comprising the steps of:preparing a plurality of microdevices on one or more donor substrates;transferring the plurality of microdevices form the one or more donor substrates to a first cartridge substrate, the plurality of microdevices are arranged in arrays;selecting at least one set of microdevices in the first cartridge substrate associated with a set of contact pads in the receiver substrate;identifying a number of defective microdevices in the at least one set of microdevices;correcting the defective microdevices if the number of defective microdevices in the set is more than a set threshold value; andaligning and transferring the selected set of microdevices on the first cartridge substrate to corresponding contact pads on the receiver substrate.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein after transferring the selected set of microdevices to the receiver substrate claim 1 , if the receiver substrate is not fully populated claim 1 , the method further comprising the steps of:determining whether the first cartridge substrate 1) has enough microdevices to continue transferring microdevices to the receiver substrate or 2) has not enough microdevices to continue transferring microdevices to the receiver substrate,in response to determining that the first cartridge substrate has enough microdevices, selecting another set of microdevices in the first cartridge substrate for transferring to the receiver substrate; else in response to determining that the first cartridge substrate has not enough microdevices, selecting a second cartridge substrate.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the defective ...

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Номер записи: 57
24-01-2019 дата публикации

METHOD FOR ATTACHING MARKING LABELS TO A PLURALITY OF ELECTRICAL DEVICES WHICH CAN BE ARRANGED ON A SUPPORT RAIL

Номер: US20190027070A1
Автор: Grossmann Christian, Klages Kilian, Naguschewski Bernd, Probach Nicole
Принадлежит: PHOENIX CONTACT GMBH & CO. KG

A method for the attachment of marking labels to a plurality of electrical devices that can be arranged on a support rail, each having a marking field to which a marking label that can be inscribed can be secured, the electrical devices being arranged side by side in a row along a longitudinal direction to provide an assembly, such that the marking fields of the electrical devices connect to one another along the longitudinal direction, and form a continuous row extended along the longitudinal direction, includes: attaching a marking strip, having a plurality of marking labels which are associated with the marking fields of the electrical devices and which can be inscribed using a laser inscription device, along the row of electrical devices; and separating the marking labels, such that at least one marking label is arranged on the marking field of each electrical device. 1. A method for the attachment of marking labels to a plurality of electrical devices that can be arranged on a support rail , each having a marking field to which a marking label that can be inscribed can be secured ,the electrical devices being arranged side by side in a row along a longitudinal direction to provide an assembly, such that the marking fields of the electrical devices connect to one another along the longitudinal direction, and form a continuous row extended along the longitudinal direction, the method comprising:attaching a marking strip, having a plurality of marking labels which are associated with the marking fields of the electrical devices and which are configured to be inscribed using a laser inscription device, along the row of electrical devices; andseparating the marking labels, such that at least one marking label is arranged on the marking field of each electrical device.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the marking strip is adhered to the electrical devices along the row of marking fields.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the marking fields comprise recesses on the ...

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Номер записи: 58
29-01-2015 дата публикации

Method and apparatus for marking coconuts and similar food products

Номер: US20150030731A1
Автор: Michael S. Zighelboim
Принадлежит: Coconut Cartel LLC

A method of marking a product such as a coconut includes providing a laser light emitter configured to produce powered laser light having a user-specified spectrum and intensity. A bracket base is provided that includes a workframe interface configured to stabilize the bracket relative to a workframe, and the bracket base defines at least one receiving socket sized to stabilize at least a portion of the food product relative to the bracket base. Programmable controllers trigger the laser light emitter and manipulates at least one servomotor to burn at least a portion of the graphical mark at least partially onto a surface of the food product in accordance with graphics-related data. An apparatus is also disclosed.

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Номер записи: 59
24-04-2014 дата публикации

Irreversible Thermochromic Ink Compositions

Номер: US20140113813A1
Автор: Kwan Wing Sum Vincent
Принадлежит: SANFORD, L.P.

An irreversible thermochromic ink composition can include thermochromic pigment capsules dispersed in a carrier. The irreversible thermochromic pigment capsules can include an inner core having a color changing dye, a color activator for activating the color changing dye, and a wax, an outer core surrounding the inner core and comprising a color destroying agent, and a shell surrounding the outer core. Alternatively, the irreversible thermochromic pigment capsules can include an inner core having a color destroying agent and a wax, an outer core surrounding the inner core and comprising a color changing dye and a color activator for activating the color changing dye, and a shell surrounding the outer core. Written marks made with the irreversible thermochromic inks can be rendered a different color or substantially colorless by application of a sufficient amount of heat to melt or substantially liquefy the wax in the irreversible thermochromic pigment capsules. 1. An irreversible thermochromic capsule comprisingan inner core comprising a color changing dye, a color activator for activating the color changing dye, and a wax, in which the color changing dye and the color activator form an activated color changing dye;an outer core surrounding the inner core and comprising a color destroying agent; anda shell surrounding the outer core,wherein the activated color changing dye is capable of changing colors or becoming substantially colorless upon contacting the color destroying agent.2. The irreversible thermochromic capsule of claim 2 , wherein the inner core further comprises an inner core solvent.3. The irreversible thermochromic capsule of claim 2 , wherein the inner core solvent is selected from the group consisting of hydrocarbons and halo-substituted hydrocarbons.4. The irreversible thermochromic capsule of claim 1 , wherein the color changing dye comprises a leuco dye.5. The irreversible thermochromic capsule of claim 1 , wherein the color activator comprises a ...

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Номер записи: 60
01-02-2018 дата публикации

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MARKING A PACKAGE OF ARTICLES

Номер: US20180029398A1
Автор: Franzen Jens
Принадлежит: JT International S.A.

A method of marking a package of articles, especially consumer articles, such as cigarettes or the like, includes providing a package of one or more article and a first wrapping material. The package is wrapped with the first wrapping material. A marking is provided on a region of the enclosure. The step of providing a marking on the region of the enclosure includes irradiating the wrapped package with a laser beam, and the first wrapping material is substantially transparent to the laser beam, at least in the region to be marked. An apparatus for marking a package of articles, such as a pack of cigarettes, is also described. 1. A method of marking a package of articles , the method comprising the following method steps:providing a package of one or more articles, the package comprising an enclosure that accommodates the one or more articles;providing a first wrapping material and wrapping the package with the first wrapping material; andproviding a marking on a region of the enclosure after wrapping the package with the first wrapping material;wherein the step of providing a marking on the region of the enclosure comprises irradiating the wrapped package with a laser beam, wherein the first wrapping material is substantially transparent to the laser beam, at least in the region to be marked.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the region of the enclosure includes a surface or coating which is sensitive to irradiation with the laser beam claim 1 , such that the laser beam marks the region.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein a plurality of the packages are provided and wrapped with the first wrapping material claim 1 , the method further comprising:at least one of collecting and arranging the plurality of wrapped packages into a group; andproviding a second wrapping material and wrapping the group of wrapped packages with the second wrapping material before the step of providing a marking on a region of the enclosure of at least one, and preferably each, wrapped package ...

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Номер записи: 61
01-02-2018 дата публикации

INK FOR LASER IMAGING

Номер: US20180030289A1
Автор: "ORourke Adam", Jarvis Anthony, Walker Martin
Принадлежит:

Ink formulations and methods of using the same in laser-imaging are provided. An ink formulation can comprise a graphene-based component, a colour change agent, a binder, and a solvent. Substrates, coatings, and articles comprising a graphene-based component are also provided, and laser marking can be brought about by an ablation or direct charring process. 1. An ink formulation comprising:(a) a graphene-based component,(b) a colour change agent,(c) a binder, and(d) a solvent.2. The ink formulation according to claim 1 , wherein the graphene-based component is graphene or a derivative thereof.3. The ink formulation according to claim 2 , wherein the graphene or a derivative thereof is in the form of spheroidal claim 2 , rod claim 2 , ribbon claim 2 , whisker claim 2 , wire claim 2 , fibre claim 2 , horn claim 2 , sheet claim 2 , star claim 2 , film claim 2 , flake claim 2 , tube or platelet shaped particles.4. The ink formulation according to claim 3 , wherein the graphene or a derivative thereof particles are nano sized.5. The ink formulation according to claim 1 , wherein the colour change agent is a metal oxyanion claim 1 , such as a metal or ammonium molybdate.69-. (canceled)10. The ink formulation according to claim 1 , wherein the colour change agent is a diacetylene.1113-. (canceled)14. The ink formulation according to claim 1 , wherein the colour change agent is a leuco dye claim 1 , optionally further comprising a colour developing agent.15. The ink formulation according to claim 14 , wherein the colour developing agent is a thermal acid generating compound.16. (canceled)17. The ink formulation according to claim 1 , wherein the colour change agent is a charrable agent.1819-. (canceled)20. The ink formulation according to claim 17 , further comprising a colour developing agent which is an acid or base generating agent.21. A substrate coated with the ink formulation according to .22. The substrate according to claim 21 , where the substrate is cellulose- ...

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Номер записи: 62
02-02-2017 дата публикации

Label, top layer formation material for printing medium, information-bearing medium, wristband clip and carbon dioxide reduction method using same

Номер: US20170032711A1
Автор: Akira Sato, Hiromi Yamamuro, Masahiko Abe, Masamitsu Nagahama, Shigeru Kido, Yoshihito Fujii
Принадлежит: Sato Holdings Corp

Provided are a label, a top layer material formed on a printing medium, an information-bearing medium, a solid fuel and a wristband clip having the function of absorbing carbon dioxide, and carbon dioxide reduction methods using the same. Provided are labels 101, 120, 130 and 140, top layer materials formed on a printing medium 201, 246 and 266, information-bearing media 301, 330, 350 and 360, a solid fuel 401, and a wristband clip 510, to which a new carbon dioxide absorbent is added. Provided are also carbon dioxide reduction methods of absorbing carbon dioxide by burning the same.

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Номер записи: 63
04-02-2016 дата публикации

Matrix barcodes on can components

Номер: US20160034805A1
Автор: Christopher Paul Ramsey
Принадлежит: CROWN PACKAGING TECHNOLOGY INC

A matrix barcode on a can component, such as a can end panel, a pull tab of a can end, or the coil stock, is formed by laser application that makes spots that represent the matrix barcode modules.

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Номер записи: 64
01-05-2014 дата публикации

Part marking of coated plastic substrates

Номер: US20140120330A1
Автор: Eric F.J.M. Van Der Meulen, Gregory Raffi Harley, Stephen Shuler, Steven Marc Gasworth
Принадлежит: Exatec LLC

A plastic assembly having a permanent mark therein at a subsurface location and formed after substantial manufacture of the panel assembly. The plastic panel includes a substrate and a coating over the substrate, the coating including a surface that defines an exterior surface of the panel assembly. A mark is located beneath the exterior surface of the panel assembly. In making the panel assembly, a plastic substrate is provided and a protective coating is applied to the substrate. After the step of applying the protective coating, a subsurface portion of panel assembly is exposed to a laser light. The laser light opacifies a subsurface portion of the panel assembly, thereby rendering the mark within the panel assembly.

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Номер записи: 65
11-02-2016 дата публикации

DECAL PRINTING PAPER FOR CERAMICS

Номер: US20160039236A1
Автор: Manwiller Ronald
Принадлежит: Enduring Images, Inc.

A decal printing paper for ceramic surfaces has a base paper coated with a water-soluble release layer, an image transfer layer made of liquid cover coat with glass/ceramic flux added, and a printed image layer. The glass/ceramic flux contains glass frit with a relatively low melting point to provide a one-step printing paper with a glass/ceramic flux that delivers the required adhesion, as well as reducing the firing temperature. The image transfer layer can also include a dye colorant to provide a visual indication of a functional characteristic of the decal printing paper. 1. A decal printing paper for transferring an image to a ceramic surface comprising:a base paper;a water-soluble release layer coating the base paper;an image transfer layer made from liquid cover coat and glass/ceramic flux, said glass/ceramic flux containing glass frit with a low melting point; anda printed image layer containing a printed image.2. The decal printing paper of wherein the melting point of the glass frit is about 1150° to 1750° F.3. The decal printing paper of wherein a desired decal image is printed on the printed image layer of the printing paper with inorganic pigments toners.4. The decal printing paper of wherein the image transfer layer further comprises an organic dye colorant providing a visual indication of a functional characteristic of the decal printing paper.5. The decal printing paper of wherein the glass frit comprises low lead oxide glass.6. The decal printing paper of wherein the image transfer layer further comprises a ceramic pigment.7. The decal printing paper of wherein the image transfer layer is on top of the water-soluble release layer claim 1 , and the printed image layer is on top of the image transfer layer.8. The decal printing paper of wherein the printed image layer is on top of the water-soluble release layer claim 1 , and the image transfer layer is on top of the printed image layer.9. (canceled)10. (canceled)11. (canceled)12. (canceled)13. ( ...

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Номер записи: 66
08-02-2018 дата публикации

LASER-MARKED POLYMER WORKPIECE

Номер: US20180037045A1
Автор: Spindler Oliver
Принадлежит:

A laser-marked polymer workpiece is described. The workpiece has a transparent component and an opaque component applied to at least one region of the transparent component. A mark is introduced onto a surface of the opaque component facing the transparent component with at least one laser. The mark is introduced, via a laser, through the transparent component. The mark is a lightening of the surface of the opaque component on which the mark was introduced. 1. A laser-marked polymer workpiece , comprising:a transparent component having a transmission in visible spectral range equal to or greater than 50%;an opaque component having a transmission in the visible spectral range equal to or less than 20%, the opaque component containing at least one colorant and being applied to at least one region of the transparent component, the opaque component comprising a surface facing the transparent component; and wherein the opaque component is devoid of a laser sensitive additive, and', 'wherein the at least one colorant comprises at least one black pigment., 'a laser mark on the surface of the opaque component, the laser mark being a brightening of the opaque component,'}2. The workpiece according to claim 1 , wherein a thickness of the transparent component is from 1 mm to 20 mm.3. The workpiece according to claim 1 , wherein a thickness of the opaque component is from 0.5 mm to 10 mm.4. The workpiece according to claim 1 , wherein the workpiece comprises one or more of polycarbonate claim 1 , polyethylene terephthalate claim 1 , and polymethyl methacrylate.5. The workpiece according to claim 1 , wherein the black pigment comprises one or more of carbon black claim 1 , aniline black claim 1 , bone black claim 1 , iron oxide black claim 1 , spinel black claim 1 , and graphite.6. The workpiece according to claim 1 , wherein the opaque component is arranged on the transparent component circumferentially in an edge region of the polymer workpiece having a width from 1 cm to 10 ...

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Номер записи: 67
24-02-2022 дата публикации

System and method for laser marking substrates

Номер: US20220055374A1
Автор: Daniel J. Ryan, Peter J. Kueckendahl
Принадлежит: ALLTEC Angewandte Laserlicht Technologie GmbH

A laser marking system comprises at least one controller to control an array of optical devices, between a laser source and a scan head. The array applies a selected pattern of portions of the received spatial profile of the laser beam to the substrate to achieve a second intensity different from the first intensity of laser beam at a rate of power deposition relative to a rate of thermal diffusion in the substrate for a predetermined time interval to thermally heat locations of the substrate with the selected pattern of the portions. The second intensity effectuates carbonization of materials of the substrate to create a mark without ablation.

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Номер записи: 68
06-02-2020 дата публикации

FOIL TRANSFER DEVICE

Номер: US20200039239A1
Автор: Takahashi Fumihiro
Принадлежит:

A foil transfer device divides a track, calculated for a foil transfer tool based on an image, into a transfer track on which the foil transfer tool foil-transfers the image and a non-transfer track on which the foil transfer tool does not foil-transfer the image. While the foil transfer tool is moved on the transfer track, the foil transfer device keeps the foil transfer tool in a first state where the foil transfer tool is in direct or indirect contact with, and presses, the heat transfer foil at a pressure larger than, or equal to, a first pressure. While the foil transfer tool is moved on the non-transfer track, the foil transfer device keeps the foil transfer tool in a second state where the foil transfer tool is in direct or indirect contact with, and presses, the heat transfer foil at a pressure smaller than, or equal to, the first pressure. 1. A foil transfer device , comprising:a holding table that holds a transfer target with a heat transfer foil placed thereon;a foil transfer tool located above the holding table;a horizontal direction conveyor that moves the foil transfer tool and the holding table in a horizontal direction with respect to each other;a vertical direction conveyor that moves the foil transfer tool and the holding table in a vertical direction with respect to each other; anda controller; wherein a storage that stores data on an image to be foil-transferred onto the transfer target;', 'a track calculator that calculates, based on the data stored on the storage, a track on which the foil transfer tool and the holding table are moved in the horizontal direction with respect to each other by the horizontal direction conveyor, and divides the track into a transfer track on which the foil transfer tool foil-transfers the image and a non-transfer track on which the foil transfer tool does not foil-transfer the image;', 'a horizontal movement controller that controls the horizontal direction conveyor to move the foil transfer tool and the holding ...

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Номер записи: 69
16-02-2017 дата публикации

MARKED THERMOPLASTIC COMPOSITIONS, METHODS OF MAKING AND ARTICLES COMPRISING THE SAME, AND USES THEREOF

Номер: US20170043530A1
Автор: Farrell Tony, van der Scheer Robin Alphonsus Adriana, van Peer Cornelis Johannes Gerardus Maria
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A multilayered article for laser marking can comprise: a first layer having a visible transmission of greater than or equal to 80%; a second layer having a visible transmission of greater than or equal to 80%, and wherein the second layer comprises an active component that will form a laser mark with an L* of less than or equal to 40, when exposed to a laser light of a wavelength of greater than 800 nm; a third layer reflective to laser light having a wavelength greater than 800 nm, wherein the third layer has a visible transmission of greater than or equal to 80%; and optionally a substrate; wherein the article comprises a laser mark having an L* of less than or equal to 40 as measured according to CIELAB 1976 (specular included). 1. A multilayered article for laser marking comprising:a layer A having a visible transmission of greater than or equal to 80% according to ASTM D1003-00, Procedure A, using D65 illumination, 10 degrees observer, at a thickness of the layer A in the multilayer article;a layer C having a visible transmission of greater than or equal to 80% according to ASTM D1003-00, Procedure A, using D65 illumination, 10 degrees observer, at a thickness of the layer C in the multilayer article, and wherein the layer C comprises a component that will form a dark laser mark with an L* of less than or equal to 40 as measured according to CIELAB 1976 (specular included), when exposed to a laser light of a wavelength of greater than 800 nm;a third layer reflective to laser light having a wavelength greater than 800 nm, wherein the third layer has a visible transmission of greater than or equal to 80% according to ASTM D1003-00, Procedure A, using D65 illumination, 10 degrees observer, at a thickness of the third layer in the multilayer article; andoptionally a substrate;wherein the article comprises a laser mark having an L* of less than or equal to 40 as measured according to CIELAB 1976 (specular included).2. The article of claim 1 , wherein each of the ...

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Номер записи: 70
16-02-2017 дата публикации

Novel ir dyes and laser markable articles comprising such ir dyes

Номер: US20170043602A1
Автор: Marin STEENACKERS
Принадлежит: Agfa Gevaert NV

Infrared dyes having an infrared absorption maximum above 1130 nm with minor colouration in the visual spectrum. The infrared dyes are especially useful for producing multicolour laser marked security documents having reduced background coloration and enhanced colour gamut.

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Номер записи: 71
15-02-2018 дата публикации

Thermosensitive recording material and method for manufacturing the same

Номер: US20180043717A1
Автор: Masayoshi Fujita, Yasuo Enatsu, Yoshihisa Hashi
Принадлежит: Fujifilm Corp

An embodiment of the present invention provides a thermosensitive recording material and a method for manufacturing the same. The thermosensitive recording material includes, on a support, a thermosensitive recording layer containing a polyvinyl alcohol and a color development component; and a protective layer containing a resin component, in this order from the support side. At least one of the thermosensitive recording layer or the protective layer further contains a styrene-isoprene resin.

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Номер записи: 72
06-02-2020 дата публикации

Method of manufacturing metal product and metal product

Номер: US20200042848A1
Автор: Jin Oda, Junya Satake, Tomoki Hirayama
Принадлежит: Mitsui High Tec Inc

A method of manufacturing a metal product comprise forming a base region on a surface of a metal member by repeatedly scanning along a predetermined first direction while irradiating the surface of the metal member with a base laser beam over a first set of rows. The method further comprises forming a marking by repeatedly scanning along a predetermined second direction while irradiating the surface of the metal member with a marking laser beam over a second set of rows. The second direction is different from the first direction. An identification code having a predetermined pattern comprises a combination of the base region and the marking.

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Номер записи: 73
16-02-2017 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MARKING OPTICAL COMPONENT AT HIGH SPEED

Номер: US20170045706A1
Автор: Carberry Joel Patrick, Liu Anping, Mozdy Eric J., Nayak Barada Kanta
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A system and method for marking a moving surface of a fiber optic cable is provided. The system includes a supply of the fiber optic cable, a laser generating device configured to generate a laser beam that forms markings by interacting with the material of the moving surface of the fiber optic cable. The system includes a movement device moving the fiber optic cable through the system at a speed of at least 50 m per minute. The system includes a laser directing device located in the path of the laser beam and configured to change the path of the laser beam to direct the laser beam to a plurality of discrete locations on the moving surface to form a series of marks on the moving surface. The moving surface includes a plurality of tracking indicia to allow the position of the moving surface to be determined. 1. A system for marking a moving surface of a fiber optic cable , comprising:a supply of the fiber optic cable;a laser generating device configured to generate a laser beam that forms markings by interacting with the material of the moving surface of the fiber optic cable;a movement device moving the fiber optic cable through the system at a speed of at least 50 m per minute; anda laser directing device located in the path of the laser beam and configured to change the path of the laser beam to direct the laser beam to a plurality of discrete locations on the moving surface to form a series of marks on the moving surface.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the laser directing device is configured change the path of the laser beam at least 2000 times per second.3. The system of claim 1 , further comprising an axle and a motor coupled to the axle claim 1 , wherein the laser directing device comprises a mirror including a plurality of reflective facets claim 1 , each facet at an angle relative to each other claim 1 , wherein the mirror is coupled to the axle and the motor rotates the mirror about the axle such that the reflective facets rotate around the axle ...

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Номер записи: 74
06-02-2020 дата публикации

LASER TRANSFER PRINTING FOR MAKING MICRO LED DISPLAY DEVICES AND METHOD

Номер: US20200043901A1
Автор: AHMED Khaled, Pancholi Anup
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Embodiments disclosed herein include micro-light emitting diode (LED) displays and methods of forming such micro-LED displays. In an embodiment, a micro-light emitting diode (LED) display panel includes a display backplane substrate having a dielectric layer. In an embodiment, a plurality of electrical contacts are positioned below a first surface of the dielectric layer. In an embodiment a plurality of micro-LED pixel elements, are affixed to corresponding ones of the plurality of contacts. 1. A micro-light emitting diode (LED) display panel , comprising:a display backplane substrate having a dielectric layer;a plurality of electrical contacts below a first surface of the dielectric layer; anda plurality of micro-LED pixel elements, wherein each of the pixel elements is affixed to corresponding ones of the plurality of contacts.2. The micro-LED display panel of claim 1 , further comprising:a plurality of cavities formed into the first surface of the dielectric layer, wherein the plurality of electrical contacts are each positioned in corresponding ones of the plurality of cavities.3. The micro-LED display panel of claim 2 , wherein each of the plurality of micro-LED pixel elements comprises a width that is less than a width of the cavity in which they are positioned.4. The micro-LED display panel of claim 3 , wherein a second dielectric layer is disposed over the first surface of the dielectric layer claim 3 , and wherein the second dielectric layer separates sidewall surfaces of the micro-LED pixel elements and a sidewall surface of the cavity.5. The micro-LED display panel of claim 4 , wherein the plurality of micro-LED pixel elements are mechanically affixed to the plurality of electrical contacts by the second dielectric layer.6. The micro-LED display panel of claim 2 , further comprising:a plurality of mirrors, wherein each of the plurality of mirrors is positioned below corresponding ones of the plurality of cavities.7. The micro-LED display panel of claim 2 ...

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Номер записи: 75
22-02-2018 дата публикации

Laser Finishing of Apparel

Номер: US20180049496A1
Автор: Christopher Schultz, James Barton Sights, Jennifer BENEFIEL
Принадлежит: Levi Strauss and Co

Software and lasers are used in finishing apparel to produce a desired wear pattern or other design. A technique includes determining a fabric's response to a laser, capturing an initial image of a wear pattern on a garment, and processing the initial image to obtain a working image in grayscale. The working image is further processed to obtain a difference image by comparing each pixel relative to a dark reference. The difference image is converted to a laser values image by using the previously determined fabric response to the laser.

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Номер записи: 76
22-02-2018 дата публикации

Using Laser to Create Finishing Pattern on Apparel

Номер: US20180049497A1
Автор: Benefiel Jennifer, Schultz Christopher, Sights James Barton
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Software and lasers are used in finishing apparel to produce a desired wear pattern or other design. A technique includes determining a fabric's response to a laser, capturing an initial image of a wear pattern on a garment, and processing the initial image to obtain a working image in grayscale. The working image is further processed to obtain a difference image by comparing each pixel relative to a dark reference. The difference image is converted to a laser values image by using the previously determined fabric response to the laser. 1. A method comprising:forming a first pattern on a surface of a target fabric material, wherein the first pattern comprises a plurality of color shades, the color shades are lighter shades relative to an original color of the target fabric material, and the first pattern is formed by exposing the target fabric material to a laser beam at a variety of laser levels;from the first pattern created by a laser, obtaining a fabric response characteristic for the target fabric material in response to the laser;providing a first garment having a preexisting finishing pattern;from the first garment having a preexisting finishing pattern, obtaining a first image representative of the preexisting finishing pattern;from the first image, obtaining a second image representative of the preexisting finishing pattern, wherein the second image comprises a reverse image, compared to the first image;using the second image and the fabric response characteristic, creating a laser values input file; andforming on a second pattern on a surface of a second garment, wherein the second garment is made of the target fabric material, and the second pattern is formed by exposing the second garment to a laser beam controlled by the laser values input file.2. The method of wherein the second garment comprises an assembled garment comprising fabric panels of the target fabric material sewn together with thread.3. The method of wherein the target fabric material ...

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Номер записи: 77
25-02-2021 дата публикации

EXPANDING THE COLOR GAMUT OF THERMOCHROMIC MATERIALS

Номер: US20210053377A1
Автор: Arakaki Kyle, Chamoun Jacob N., Chua Christopher L., Pirmoradi Fatemeh Nazly
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Formation of a multi-colored image in thermochromic material involves controlling operation of first, second, and third heat sources. The first heat source heats pixels of the thermochromic material to activate the pixels. The second and third heat sources are selectively controlled to heat different sets of pixels using neither, one, or both of the second and third heat sources. 1. An article , comprising:a substrate; anda layer of thermochromic material disposed in or on the substrate, a color of one or more regions of the thermochromic material falling within a region of a standard CIE color chart above about 0.25 and below about 0.4 on the y-axis and above 0.2 and below about 0.5 on the x-axis.2. The article of claim 1 , wherein the thermochromic material comprises a material capable of producing at least two colors.3. The article of claim 1 , wherein the thermochromic material comprises a material capable of producing at least red and blue.4. The article of claim 1 , wherein the thermochromic material comprises diacetylene.5. The article of claim 1 , wherein the thermochromic material comprises one or more additives configured to one or both of control and assist in one or both of heat absorption and heat retention.6. The article of claim 1 , wherein the thermochromic material comprises one or both of infrared (IR) radiation absorbers and near infrared (NIR) radiation absorbers configured to adjust a response of the thermochromic material to the radiation.7. The article of claim 1 , wherein the layer of thermochromic material comprises:one or more first regions that are substantially clear such that the substrate is visible through the thermochromic material at the one or more first regions; andone or more second regions that include the color.8. An article claim 1 , comprising:a substrate; anda layer of thermochromic material disposed in or on the substrate, a color of one or more regions of the thermochromic material falling within a region of a standard CIE ...

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Номер записи: 78
25-02-2021 дата публикации

LASER PRINTING PROCESS

Номер: US20210053378A1
Автор: Lehmann Udo
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Printing process in which a substrate to be printed is disposed opposite an ink carrier having an ink layer, wherein the ink layer is regionally heated in such a way that bulges are formed in the ink layer, wherein the bulges contact the substrate and wherein ink splitting is brought about by relative movement between substrate and ink carrier. 1. A printing process in which comprising:disposing a substrate to be printed opposite an ink carrier including an ink layer,regionally heating the ink layer in such a way that a bulge is formed in the ink layer, wherein the bulge contacts the substrate, andmoving the substrate relative to the ink carrier to thereby cause ink splitting onto the substrate.2. The printing process according to claim 1 , wherein the ink layer is regionally heated by a laser.3. The printing process according to claim 1 , wherein the ink carrier and the ink layer are moved parallel to one another.4. The printing process according to claim 1 , wherein the substrate and the ink carrier are moved relative to one another at a speed which corresponds at least to the printing speed.5. The printing process according to claim 1 , wherein when the bulge contacts the substrate claim 1 , the substrate is guided past the ink layer at a distance of greater than 0.01 mm and/or less than 3 mm.6. The printing process according to claim 1 , wherein a printed ink layer applied to the substrate has a thickness of 1 to 100 μm.7. The printing process according to claim 1 , wherein the ink layer is a wet ink layer disposed on the ink carrier and the ink carrier is laser-permeable.8. The printing process according to claim 1 , wherein the ink layer includes an ink comprising one or more of effect pigments claim 1 , metal particles claim 1 , and particles claim 1 , the one or more of effect pigments claim 1 , metal particles claim 1 , and particles having a mean diameter of more than 1 μm.9. The printing process according to claim 1 , the process further comprising one or ...

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Номер записи: 79
23-02-2017 дата публикации

Sampling Apparatus Comprising a Reference Marker

Номер: US20170052110A1
Автор: André Nadrowski, Juergen MALISSEK
Принадлежит: GERRESHEIMER REGENSBURG GMBH

Sampling apparatus made of a material such as plastic material and/or glass, a body of the material forming a cavity for receiving a liquid sample, the sampling apparatus comprising a gauging region which can be arranged in a focus region of a visual measuring device for determining the position of the sampling apparatus and/or of the cavity, and in which at least one reference marker is arranged which can be detected by means of the visual measuring device, wherein the reference marker is formed in an inner region of the body that is remote from the surface.

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Номер записи: 80
23-02-2017 дата публикации

LASER-CUT BUTTON VENEER FOR A CONTROL DEVICE HAVING A BACKLIT KEYPAD

Номер: US20170053753A1
Автор: Adams Jason O., Destremps Rich, Drizos George M., Kleppinger Scott A., Kreschollek Brad Michael, McDonald Matthew Philip, Strange Shawn A.
Принадлежит: LUTRON ELECTRONICS CO., INC.

A veneer configured to be secured to a backlit button of a control device may include a plate portion. The plate portion may have one or more laser-cut indicia defined therethrough, may have laser-cut rounded corners, and may have angularly offset outer edges that may be defined during an embossing process. The laser-cut indicia may be representative of a command for controlling an electrical load. The indicia may include an alphanumeric character, an icon, or the like, may define one or more substantially zero-radius corners, and may define respective inner surfaces that are substantially perpendicular to an outer surface of the plate portion. A laser-cut alphanumeric character may have variable (e.g., continuously variable) line width. The plate portion may define a rib that suspends a floating portion of the alphanumeric character relative to an open portion. The rib may define a thickness that does not exceed 0.003 inches. 1. A veneer that is configured to be secured to a backlit button of a control device , the veneer comprising:a plate portion that includes one or more indicia defined therethrough by a laser cutting process; anda filler material that is disposed in the one or more indicia.2. The veneer of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the one or more indicia comprises an alphanumeric character.3. The veneer of claim 2 , wherein at least a section of the alphanumeric character defines a variable line width.4. The veneer of claim 2 , wherein the plate portion defines a rib that suspends a floating portion of the alphanumeric character relative to an open portion of the alphanumeric character claim 2 , wherein the rib defines a thickness that does not exceed 0.003 inches.5. The veneer of claim 1 , wherein the filler material comprises a laminating film that is heated and pressed into the one or more indicia.6. The veneer of claim 5 , wherein the laminating film is applied to an inward-facing surface of the plate portion.7. The veneer of claim 1 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 81
15-05-2014 дата публикации

Method and System for Marking a Fish Tape Using a Laser Marking System

Номер: US20140132693A1
Автор: John H. Kargenian
Принадлежит: Klein Tools Inc

A laser marking system for marking indicia onto fish tape that directs a laser beam towards a first print track and a second print track positioned within a laser marking zone, a first source of fish tape material and a second source of fish tape material, first and second fish tape guides for guiding the first and second fish tape materials onto the first and second print tracks, wherein the movement of the first and second fish tape materials over the first and second print tracks may be performed independently of each other, and first and second laser indicia may be marked on the first and second fish tapes.

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Номер записи: 82
10-03-2022 дата публикации

VACUUM INSULATED GLASS UNIT WITH GETTER, AND METHOD OF ACTIVATING A GETTER IN VACUUM INSULATED GLASS UNIT

Номер: US20220074258A1
Автор: ANDERSEN Søren Vejling, DE RYCKE Thibault, Johnsen Simon
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A vacuum insulated glazing unit including a first glass pane and a second glass pane with inner surfaces opposing each other, a side seal material positioned between edges of the glass panes thereby forming a sealed cavity having a cavity pressure between the first glass pane and the second glass pane, a number of spacers positioned between the first glass pane and the second glass pane inside the sealed cavity, and at least one getter positioned inside the sealed cavity with a surface having an uneven surface structure, the uneven surface structure having a plurality of depressions, where each pair of two consecutive depressions are spaced apart with a depression distance being at the most 25 μm. 1. A vacuum insulated glazing unit comprising:a first glass pane and a second glass pane with inner surfaces opposing each other;a side seal material positioned between edges of the glass panes thereby forming a sealed cavity having a cavity pressure between the first glass pane and the second glass pane;a number of spacers positioned between the first glass pane and the second glass pane inside the sealed cavity; andat least one getter positioned inside the sealed cavity with a surface having an uneven surface structure, the uneven surface structure comprising a plurality of depressions, wherein each pair of two consecutive depressions are spaced apart with a depression distance being at the most 25 μm.2. The vacuum insulated glazing unit according to claim 1 , wherein the getter is fixed inside the sealed cavity by at least one getter fixation member claim 1 , and wherein the at least one getter fixation member is a spacer.3. The vacuum insulated glazing unit according to claim 1 , wherein the depression distance is at the most 20 μm.4. The vacuum insulated glazing unit according to claim 1 , wherein the depressions have an elongated shape.5. The vacuum insulated glazing unit according to claim 1 , wherein the surface comprises a laser-ablated surface part claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 83
10-03-2022 дата публикации

VACUUM INSULATED GLASS UNIT WITH GETTER, AND METHOD OF ACTIVATING A GETTER IN VACUUM INSULATED GLASS UNIT

Номер: US20220074261A1
Автор: ANDERSEN Søren Vejling, DE RYCKE Thibault, Johnsen Simon
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A vacuum insulated glazing unit and related methods, the unit including a first glass pane and a second glass pane with inner surfaces opposing each other, a side seal material positioned between edges of the glass panes thereby forming a sealed cavity having a cavity pressure between the first glass pane and the second glass pane, a number of spacers positioned between the first glass pane and the second glass pane inside the sealed cavity, and at least one getter having a surface with an increased surface area obtained by laser ablation with a pulsed laser emitting pulses with a pulse length of 500 picosecond or shorter. 1. A vacuum insulated glazing unit comprising:a first glass pane and a second glass pane with inner surfaces opposing each other;a side seal material positioned between edges of the glass panes thereby forming a sealed cavity having a cavity pressure between the first glass pane and the second glass pane;a number of spacers positioned between the first glass pane and the second glass pane inside the sealed cavity; andat least one getter having a surface with an increased surface area obtained by laser ablation with a pulsed laser emitting pulses with a pulse length of 500 picosecond or shorter.2. The vacuum insulated glazing unit according to claim 1 , wherein the getter is an elongated metal strip.3. A method for activating a getter inside a vacuum insulated glazing unit claim 1 , the method comprising:{'claim-text': ['a first glass pane and a second glass pane inner surfaces opposing each other;', 'a side seal material positioned between edges of the glass panes thereby forming a sealed cavity having a cavity pressure between the first glass pane and the second glass pane;', 'one or more spacers positioned between the first glass pane and the second glass pane inside the sealed cavity; and', 'at least one metal-based getter positioned inside the sealed cavity, the metal-based getter having a surface,'], '#text': 'providing a vacuum insulated ...

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Номер записи: 84
02-03-2017 дата публикации

On-demand laser marking device manufacturing method and laser marking device obtained by said method

Номер: US20170057007A1
Автор: Francesc Bravo Montero, Joan Camps Claramunt, Sven Alexander Vogler
Принадлежит: Macsa ID SA

On-demand laser marking device manufacturing method and laser marking device obtained by said method Method of producing equipment for marking products by laser, comprising the steps of: having at least one base plate; having various types of modules in which equipment components are grouped; having casings, rear covers and front covers that can be attached to said base plate; selecting modules from each of the different module types; removably attaching the selected modules to the base plate; attaching the casing, rear cover and front cover to the base plate.

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Номер записи: 85
21-02-2019 дата публикации

TRANSFORMATION OF MATERIAL INTO AN OPTICALLY MODULATING STATE VIA LASER RADIATION

Номер: US20190056322A1
Автор: Schulz Torsten, Weicherding Daniel
Принадлежит: ALERE TECHNOLOGIES GMBH

A method for the transformation of material (e.g. plastic material) into an optically modulating state via laser radiation is described. The optically modulating state may be a state in which light is emitted at a different wavelength than it is absorbed. The plastic material to may be a thermoplastic or elastomeric material, or an organic polymer selected from the group consisting of polyethylene, polypropylene, polystyrene, polycarbonate and polycycloolefin. The laser radiation may comprise the application of an amount of energy of about 0.1 nJoule/μm2 to about 100 μJoule/μm2 and/or may comprise a radiation of a wavelength of about 355 nm to about 1064 nm. The optically modulating state of the plastic material may absorb light in a wavelength spectrum of about 380 nm to about 540 nm and/or a wavelength spectrum of about 635 nm to about 655 nm. The optically modulating state of the plastic material may emit light in a wavelength spectrum of about 550 nm to about 800 nm. The transformation of the plastic material may comprise the generation of optically modulating elements on the surface of said plastic material, selected from the group comprising geometrical forms, geometrical pattern, spots, dots, lines, circles, squares, characters, symbols, drawings, barcode and datamatrixcode. The material may be used as component for the manufacture of a device, microfluidic device, system, cartridge or instrument. Based on the employment of the material the usability of a device or system and/or of any procedure, function or method carried out with it or in it may be determined and/or controlled. 1. Method for the transformation of plastic material into an optically modulating state , comprising the application of laser radiation to the plastic material.286.-. (canceled)87. The method of claim 1 , wherein said plastic material is a thermoplastic material or an elastomeric material.88. The method of claim 1 , wherein said plastic material is an organic polymer selected from ...

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Номер записи: 86
02-03-2017 дата публикации

Reversible Thermochromic And Photochromic Ink Pens And Markers

Номер: US20170058139A1
Автор: Clayton Terrill Scott, Owen Timothy J.
Принадлежит: CHROMATIC TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

Reversible thermochromic and photochromic ink compositions and markers, pens or writing instruments that use them are herein disclosed. 136-. (canceled)37. A method of making a photochromic ink , comprising: a photochromic dye susceptible to a light-modulated color change associated with photochromic dye first and second states; and', 'a vehicle; and, 'combiningformulating said photochromic ink for use with a writing instrument to form writing on a substrate;wherein said photochromic dye of said writing is colorless under normal fluorescent or incandescent light; andwherein said photochromic dye of said writing is colored under ultraviolet light.38. The method of claim 37 , further comprising encapsulating said photochromic dye within a microcapsule to provide an encapsulated photochromic dye.39. The method of claim 38 , further comprising configuring said encapsulated photochromic dye to have a particle size in a range of between about 300 nanometers to about 5 microns.40. The method of claim 38 , further comprising forming said microcapsule from a resin selected from the group consisting of: melamine resin claim 38 , epoxy resin claim 38 , and urea-formaldehyde resin.41. The method of claim 37 , further comprising selecting said vehicle from the group consisting of: ethylene maleic anhydride claim 37 , styrene acrylonitrile polymers claim 37 , acrylic emulsions claim 37 , and urethane emulsions.42. The method of claim 37 , further comprising configuring said photochromic ink to have a viscosity in a range of between about of 25 mPas to about 160 mPas.43. The method of claim 37 , further comprising configuring said photochromic ink to have a shear-thinning index in a range of between about 0.1 to about 0.6.44. The method of claim 37 , further comprising formulating said photochromic ink as a gel ink.45. The method of claim 37 , further comprising formulating said photochromic ink as a water-based shear-thinning gel ink.46. The method of claim 37 , further ...

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Номер записи: 87
20-02-2020 дата публикации

Marking System and Marking Device

Номер: US20200056908A1
Автор: AIDA Kohhei, KAWASAKI Masahiro, MORI Shunsuke, TOKUDA Yuya
Принадлежит:

This marking system is provided with: a marking device which has a marking unit which gives a mark for managing the quality of a product, a housing part which houses one or more temperature indicating materials, and a providing unit which provides, to the marking unit, a temperature indicating material selected by the housing part; and a control device which has a storage unit that stores temperature-indicating material information on a developing temperature or/and a decoloring temperature of each of the temperature-indicating materials included in the housing part; and a processing unit that acquires, from a server or an input unit, an appropriate temperature of the product, selects, on the basis of the acquired appropriate temperature of the product and the temperature-indicating material information, a temperature-indicating material, and notifies the providing unit of details of providing the selected temperature-indicating material. 1. A marking system , comprising:a marking device which includes: a marking unit that applies a quality control mark of a product; a housing unit that houses at least one temperature-indicating material; and a providing unit that supplies a temperature-indicating material selected from the housing unit to the marking unit; anda controller which includes: a storage storing temperature-indicating material information on color-developing temperature and/or decoloring temperature of each temperature-indicating material contained in the housing unit; and a processor that acquires appropriate temperature of the product from a server or an input unit, selects the temperature-indicating material based on the acquired appropriate temperature of the product and the temperature-indicating material information, and informs the providing unit of supply of the selected temperature-indicating material.2. The marking system according to claim 1 , wherein the temperature-indicating material is a temperature-indicating seal claim 1 , andthe marking ...

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Номер записи: 88
17-03-2022 дата публикации

Method for Laser Marking a Metallic Surface

Номер: US20220080527A1
Автор: Ashtiani Mansour, Corbin Geoffrey, Foster Jeric Frank, McGehee Patrick Christopher
Принадлежит: Huf Technologies GmbH

A method is provided for marking a location on a surface of a component. The location defines a normal extending perpendicularly therefrom. The method includes irradiating the location with a first laser beam to create a first mark having a first color. The first laser beam is disposed at a first angle relative to the normal. The method also includes irradiating the location with a second laser beam to create a second mark having a second color different than the first color. The second laser beam is disposed at a second angle relative to the normal. The second angle is different than the first angle. 1. A method of marking a location on a surface of a component , the location defining a normal extending perpendicularly therefrom , the method comprising:irradiating the location with a first laser beam to create a first mark having a first color, the first laser beam disposed at a first angle relative to the normal; andirradiating the location with a second laser beam to create a second mark having a second color different than the first color, the second laser beam disposed at a second angle relative to the normal, the second angle being different than the first angle.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first angle is greater than the second angle.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first angle is less than the second angle.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first laser beam is generated by a laser source claim 1 , the method further comprising moving one of the component or the laser source relative to another of the component or the laser source while irradiating the location with the first laser beam.5. The method of claim 4 , further comprising moving one of the component or the laser source relative to the other of the component or the laser source while irradiating the location with the second laser beam.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first color includes a shade of gray or a shade of brown claim 1 , and the second color includes a shade of ...

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Номер записи: 89
17-03-2022 дата публикации

Methods for Transferring Colored Markings Onto Plastic Surfaces

Номер: US20220080760A1
Автор: Klein Sylke
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The invention relates to a method for transferring colored markings or labels onto plastic surfaces by means of a laser beam, to a transfer medium for carrying out said method and to articles, the plastic surfaces of which are laser-marked or laser-labeled by way of such a method. 2. Method according to claim 1 , characterized in that the carrier layer is a single- or multilayer polymer film claim 1 , wherein at least one of the layers of the polymer film contains a material which absorbs energy emitted by the laser beam.32. Method according to of claim 1 , characterized in that the material which absorbs energy emitted by the laser beam is carbon claim 1 , carbon black claim 1 , anthracene claim 1 , perylenes claim 1 , rylenes claim 1 , pentaerythritol claim 1 , copper hydroxide phosphates claim 1 , molybdenum disulfide claim 1 , antimony (III) oxide claim 1 , iron oxides claim 1 , bismuth oxychloride claim 1 , or coated or uncoated plate-like sheet silicates or graphite platelets.4. Method according to one or more of to claim 1 , characterized in that the metal layer is a layer made of aluminum claim 1 , magnesium claim 1 , copper claim 1 , tungsten claim 1 , tin claim 1 , zinc claim 1 , silver or gold claim 1 , having a layer thickness in the range from 1 to <10 claim 1 ,000 nm.5. Method according to claim 4 , characterized in that the metal layer has a layer thickness in the range from 3 to 50 nm.63333. Method according to one or more of to claim 4 , characterized in that the labeling medium (*) has a multilayer structure and at least one layer that contains the color component () and at least one further layer that represents a sealing layer (″) and/or an adhesive layer (′).7. Method according to one or more of to claim 4 , characterized in that a laser is used to generate the pulsed laser beam claim 4 , the frequency-dependent pulse energy of which generates an energy input into the metal layer that is greater than the specific enthalpy of sublimation ΔHof the ...

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Номер записи: 90
10-03-2016 дата публикации

METHOD FOR FORMING PATTERN ON SURFACE OF INSULATING SUBSTRATE AND CERAMIC ARTICLE

Номер: US20160067996A1
Автор: LIN Xinping, Xu Qiang
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Embodiments of the present disclosure are directed to a method for forming a pattern on a surface of an insulating substrate and/or a ceramic article. The method comprises: forming a film on at least one surface of the insulating substrate, a material of the film comprising at least one of ZnO, SnO, TiO, or a combination thereof; and irradiating at least a part of the film by an energy beam to form the pattern in the film. 1. A method for forming a pattern on a surface of an insulating substrate , comprising:{'sub': 2', '2, 'forming a film on at least one surface of the insulating substrate, a composition of the film comprising at least one material selected from ZnO, SnO, TiO, or a combination thereof; and'}irradiating at least a part of the film by an energy beam to form the pattern in the film.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the composition of the film comprises ZnO and/or SnO.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein{'sub': 2', '2, 'the composition of the film comprises a first material and a second material, the first material comprising ZnO and/or SnO, and the second material comprising TiO.'}4. The method according to claim 3 , wherein a content of the first material in the film ranges from 50 wt % to 99 wt % claim 3 , and a content of the second material in the film ranges from 1 wt % to 50 wt %.5. The method according to claim 3 , whereinthe first material and the second material are formed in one layer of the film; orthe first material and the second material are formed in different layers of the film.6. The method according to claim 5 , wherein a layer of the film comprising the second material is formed on a layer of the film comprising the first material.7. The method according to any of claims 1 , wherein a thickness of the film ranges from 1 μm to 100 μm.8. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the film is formed by magnetron sputtering.9. The method according to claims 1 , wherein the insulating substrate is a ceramic substrate.10 ...

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Номер записи: 91
08-03-2018 дата публикации

LIGHT COLORED THERMALLY CONDUCTIVE POLYMER COMPOSITIONS WITH LASER MARKING FUNCTION

Номер: US20180065392A1
Автор: Guo Mingcheng, Wang Jiwen, Wu Tong, Yu Xiaofeng
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The disclosure concerns polymer compositions exhibiting thermal conductivity and laser marking properties while maintaining mechanical properties and a light color throughout the composition. 1. A composition having laser marking properties comprising:from 29.05 wt. % to 90 wt. % of a polymer base resin;from 9 wt. % to 70 wt. % of a thermally conductive filler; andfrom 0.05 wt. % to 40 wt. % of a laser marking additive,wherein the composition exhibits a thermal conductive performance with through-plane thermal conductivity of from at least 0.4 W/m·K to 5 W/m·K,wherein the laser marking is visible, andwherein the combined weight percent value of all components does not exceed 100 wt. %, and wherein all weight percent values are based on the total weight of the composition.2. The composition of claim 1 , wherein an intensity variation of at least 40 is observed between a laser marked region and a non marked region of the composition.3. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the polymer base resin comprises a polyamide polymer.4. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the thermally conductive filler comprises aminosilane treated magnesium hydroxide or zinc sulfide or a combination thereof.5. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the laser marking additive comprises a copper containing metal oxide claim 1 , a titanium containing metal oxide claim 1 , a tin containing metal oxide claim 1 , or a combination including at least one of the foregoing metal containing oxides.6. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the laser marking additive comprises a mixture of copper hydroxide phosphate claim 1 , N claim 1 ,N-Hexan-1 claim 1 , 6-diylbis claim 1 , and 1 claim 1 ,3 claim 1 ,5-triazine-2 claim 1 ,4 claim 1 ,6 claim 1 ,(1H claim 1 , 3H claim 1 , 5H)-trione/1 claim 1 ,3 claim 1 ,5-triazine-2 claim 1 ,4 claim 1 ,6-triamine.7. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the laser marking additive comprises a heavy metal mixture oxide spinel.8. The composition of claim 7 , wherein the heavy ...

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Номер записи: 92
08-03-2018 дата публикации

CUSTOMIZABLE DOCUMENT FOR PRODUCING A SECURITY DOCUMENT, CUSTOMIZED SECURITY DOCUMENT AND PRODUCTION OF SUCH A SECURITY DOCUMENT

Номер: US20180065397A1
Автор: Noizet Alexandre, Petiton Valéry
Принадлежит: SURYS

According to one aspect, the invention relates to a customizable document for producing a customized security document (). The customizable document includes, according to an alternative: a layer () which can be customized by contact-free writing an opaque customization mask that is transparent in at least one transparency area (); a first multilayer film () arranged on a first side of the customizable layer (), including a layer having a high refractive index and encapsulated between two layers having a low refractive index, and structured over at least a portion of the surface thereof such as to form a first subwave-length array, characterized by a first array vector, such that the first multilayer film acts at zero order as a wavelength subtractive filter; a second multilayer film () arranged on a second side of the customizable layer, opposite the first side, including a layer having a high refractive index and encapsulated between two layers having a low refractive index, and structured over at least a portion of the surface thereof such as to form a second subwavelength array characterized by a second array vector, such that the second multilayer film acts at zero order as a wavelength subtractive filter, the first and second arrays being at least partially stacked. 1. A personalizable document for the fabrication of a personalized security document designed to be authenticated in a spectral band of observation between 380 nm and 780 nm , comprising:a layer personalizable by contact-free writing of an opaque personalization mask, wherein the personalizable layer has a thickness between 50 μm and 400 μm, is transparent in the spectral band of observation in at least one zone of transparency, and comprises additives able to become opaque under laser light;a first multilayer film arranged on a first side of the personalizable layer, and covering at least part of the zone of transparency, the first multilayer film comprising a layer of high index of refraction ...

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Номер записи: 93
28-02-2019 дата публикации

THERMOCHROMIC CONTAINER FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC RADIATION PROTECTION

Номер: US20190064241A1
Автор: Moulton Thomas, Weitze Scott
Принадлежит: Labcon, North America

A container is disclosed which may be used with fluids sensitive to light of one or more known wavelengths. The container may be formed of a thermochromic material or including a thermochromic coating. The properties of the thermochromic material or coating may be selected so as to be transparent to light of the wavelength to which the fluid is sensitive at a first temperature and to be opaque to that wavelength of light at a second temperature. While a technician is handling the container, the container is controlled to be at the first temperature. When the technician is finished, the container is controlled to move to the second temperature to protect the fluid within the container. 1. A container for holding a fluid , the container comprising:a wall comprising a thermochromic material transmitting a wavelength of light to which the fluid is sensitive when the container is at a first temperature, and the thermochromic material blocking the wavelength of light when the container is at a second temperature.2. The container of claim 1 , wherein the wall is formed with the thermochromic material.3. The container of claim 1 , wherein the thermochromic material is applied as a film or ink onto the wall of the container.4. The container of claim 1 , wherein a temperature of the container changes from the second temperature to the first temperature upon being manipulated in a human hand.5. The container of claim 1 , wherein the first temperature is the temperature of a human hand.6. The container of claim 1 , wherein a temperature of the container changes from the second temperature to the first temperature upon being placed in a room which is at room temperature.7. The container of claim 1 , wherein the first temperature is room temperature.8. The container of claim 1 , wherein the entire container is at the first temperature claim 1 , transmitting the wavelength of light claim 1 , or at the second temperature claim 1 , blocking the wavelength of light.9. The container ...

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Номер записи: 94
09-03-2017 дата публикации

Compounds for Reducing Background Color in Color Change Compositions

Номер: US20170066931A1
Автор: RIBI HANS O.
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Aspects of the invention include color change compositions having a color former and color developer composition that transitions from a first color state to a second color state upon application of an applied stimulus and an amount of a copolymer sufficient to eliminate background color of the color former and color developer composition during transition from the first color state to the second color state. Methods for preparing and devices employing the color change compositions of the invention are also described. 1. A color change composition comprising:a composition comprising a color former and a color developer that transitions from a first color state to a second color state upon application of an applied stimulus; andan amount of a copolymer sufficient to eliminate background color of the composition during transition from a first color state to a second color state.4. The color change composition according to claim 3 , wherein Ris a C1-C12 alkyl.5. The color change composition according to claim 3 , wherein Ris methyl.6. The color change composition according to claim 3 , wherein Ris ethyl.7. The color change composition according to claim 3 , wherein the ratio of n to m ranges between 1:1 and 1:10.8. The color change composition according to claim 7 , wherein the ratio of n to m is 1:5.9. The color change composition according to claim 3 , wherein the ratio of n to m ranges between 1:1 and 10:1.10. The color change composition according to claim 9 , wherein the ratio of n to m is 5:1.11. The color change composition according to claim 3 , wherein the copolymer is ethyl vinyl acetate.12. The color change composition according to claim 11 , wherein the ethyl vinyl acetate copolymer has a molecular weight of 5 kDa to 100 kDa.13. The color change composition according to claim 11 , wherein the ethyl vinyl acetate copolymer has a vinyl acetate content which ranges from 5% to 45% by weight.15. The color change composition according to claim 14 , wherein Ris a ...

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Номер записи: 95
09-03-2017 дата публикации

PRINTING HIGH ASPECT RATIO PATTERNS

Номер: US20170071062A1
Автор: NOY Amir
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Described are an apparatus and a method for printing a high aspect ratio and/or specific vertical geometry pattern. The apparatus operates in a multi-pass printing mode and includes one or more paste dispensing mechanism configured to dispense a high viscosity paste to form a pattern on a substrate. At least one paste dispensing mechanism is configured to dispense the paste to a segment of the pattern printed at an earlier pass. The paste is dispensed to the relevant segment of the pattern earlier printed before the paste printed at the earlier made pass is dry or what is termed “wet-on-wet” printing. 1. A method of printing a high aspect ratio and/or specific vertical geometry pattern comprising:applying in a first printing pass a high viscosity paste to form a pattern on a substrate;applying in a second non-contact printing pass a high viscosity paste to at least a segment of the pattern printed at the first pass to change thickness of the at least the segment of the pattern printed at the first pass; andwherein applying a paste to at least a segment of the pattern earlier printed is, before applying any thermal process on the paste printed at the first pass.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the pattern printed at the first printing pass is printed by a first printing technique.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the pattern printed at the second non-contact printing pass is printed by a second printing technique.4. The method according to wherein the first printing technique and the second printing technique are identical printing techniques.5. The method according to wherein at least one of the printing techniques is a modification of LIFT (laser induced forward transfer) printing technique.6. The method according to wherein at least one printing technique is a modification of PTP (Pattern Transfer Printing) technique.7. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the pattern printed at the first printing pass has a thickness in range of 5 to ...

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Номер записи: 96
17-03-2016 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD OF MARKING ARTICLES COATED WITH A LASER-SENSITIVE MATERIAL

Номер: US20160074865A1
Автор: Duong Quoc, Rao Nagasatish
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A method for uniquely identifying tubes may include programming a motion of a laser relative to a tube pad printed with a mixture of ink and a laser sensitive material and exposing the laser-sensitive material to the laser to colorimetrically transform the material and reveal a unique identifier. A method of coating tubes includes plasma or flame treating the tube and mixing a laser-sensitive material with ink to form a mixture to pad print onto the tube. A system for identifying tubes coated with laser-sensitive material includes a laser mounted in translational relationship to a stage, a camera positioned to capture an image of a tube on a stage, a processor that receives the image and translates the laser relative to the stage in order to position the laser for marking the tube, and a laser controller to move the laser in order to mark the tube. 1. A tube with a laser-sensitive coating , comprising:a tube; anda coating applied on a portion of the tube comprising a mixture of ink and a laser-sensitive, color-changing material.2. The tube of claim 1 , wherein at least one of a top and a bottom of the tube is flat.3. The tube of claim 1 , wherein the tube is at least one of plasma- claim 1 , corona- claim 1 , or flame-treated prior to receiving the coating.4. The tube of claim 1 , wherein the coating is at least one of air-dried claim 1 , oven-dried claim 1 , and UV cured onto the tube.5. The tube of claim 1 , wherein the coating is applied to at least one of a curved side claim 1 , a top claim 1 , and a bottom of the tube.6. The tube of claim 1 , wherein the coating is marked using a COlaser to excite the laser-sensitive claim 1 , color-changing material.7. The tube of claim 1 , wherein the tube is molded or blown.8. The tube of claim 1 , wherein the ink is pad print ink or screen print ink.9. A tube with a laser-sensitive coating on an insert claim 1 , comprising:a tube; anda coating applied on an insert comprising a mixture of pad print ink and a laser-sensitive, ...

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Номер записи: 97
15-03-2018 дата публикации

FORGERY PREVENTION MEDIUM, FORGERY PREVENTION MEDIUM MANUFACTURING APPARATUS, AND FORGERY PREVENTION MEDIUM MANUFACTURING METHOD

Номер: US20180073983A1
Автор: KURE Shota, MORIMOTO Fumitoshi, NAKANO Takahisa, NEMOTO Nobuki
Принадлежит: KABUSHIKI KAISHA TOSHIBA

A forgery prevention medium includes a substrate and a specific invisible material layer directly or indirectly laminated on the substrate, having a specific invisible material reversibly and visually recognized through a predetermined process disposed thereon in a plane shape, and having a part of the specific invisible material inactivated in accordance with a visualized image pattern. 116-. (canceled)17: A forgery prevention medium manufacturing method comprising:preparing a substrate;applying a temperature indicating material directly or indirectly on the substrate in a plane shape, the temperature indicating material having a color change threshold temperature, wherein the temperature indicating material is in a first color state at a temperature equal to or lower than the color change threshold temperature and is in a second color state at a temperature higher than the color change threshold temperature, and wherein the temperature indicating material reversely changes between the first color state and the second color state; andirradiating the temperature indicating material partially with laser light to form a latent image in the temperature indicating material by inactivating a portion irradiated with the laser light of the temperature indicating material, wherein the portion inactivated is in the first color state at a temperature equal to or lower than the color change threshold temperature and is in the first color state without changing to the second color state at a temperature higher than the color change threshold temperature, and wherein the latent image is invisible at a temperature equal to or lower than the color change threshold temperature and is visible at a temperature higher than the color change threshold temperature.18: The forgery prevention medium manufacturing method according to claim 17 , wherein the first color state is a colorless or white state claim 17 , and the second color state is a colored state.19: The forgery prevention ...

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Номер записи: 98
18-03-2021 дата публикации

RECORDING MEDIUM, EXTERIOR MEMBER, AND METHOD OF RECORDING ON RECORDING MEDIUM

Номер: US20210078349A1
Автор: Hoshi Mitsunari
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A recording medium according to one embodiment of the present disclosure includes a recording layer and an optical thin film. The recording layer includes a heat-sensitive color-developing composition and a photothermal conversion material. The photothermal conversion material absorbs a wavelength in an infrared region and generates heat. The optical thin film is provided on one surface of the recording layer. The optical thin film reflects the wavelength in the infrared region and transmits a wavelength in a visible region. 1. A recording medium comprising:a recording layer that includes a heat-sensitive color-developing composition and a photothermal conversion material, the photothermal conversion material absorbing a wavelength in an infrared region and generating heat; andan optical thin film that is provided on one surface of the recording layer, the optical thin film reflecting the wavelength in the infrared region and transmitting a wavelength in a visible region.2. The recording medium according to claim 1 , further comprising a diffuse reflection layer on side of the one surface of the recording layer with the optical thin film in between claim 1 , the diffuse reflection layer reflecting and diffusing the wavelength in the visible region.3. The recording medium according to claim 1 , wherein the optical thin film includes two kinds of inorganic films that are alternately laminated claim 1 , the two kinds of inorganic films having respective refractive indices different from each other in a wavelength range from the infrared region to the visible region.4. The recording medium according to claim 1 , wherein the recording layer includes a coloring compound and a developing/reducing agent as the heat-sensitive color-developing composition.5. The recording medium according to claim 1 , wherein the recording layer includes two or more layers that are laminated.6. The recording medium according to claim 5 , wherein the two or more layers allow respective colors ...

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Номер записи: 99
16-03-2017 дата публикации

HEAT TRANSFER IMAGE/FLAG LABEL

Номер: US20170076640A1
Автор: Scott Lynsey, Sonnenschein Robin E.
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A unique heat transfer and flag label for use on specific merchandising articles and/or for a specific event is disclosed. The heat transfer can be used to promote an event, a team, etc. Typically, the heat transfer is applied to an article of clothing, such as a shirt, a hat, shorts, or other garments, and would typically be a sports court or field. The flag label can have a clear background so that the garment can be seen underneath and only the lines of the sports court or field would be visible, or the background could be the color of the field or court and resemble some of the team backgrounds 1. A heat transfer image/flag label for use on apparel , comprising:a flag label; andat least one printed heat transfer image configured to define one or more graphics and/or text on the flag label.2. The heat transfer image/flag label of claim 1 , wherein the at least one printed heat transfer image comprises a sports court or field.3. The heat transfer image/flag label of claim 2 , wherein the sports court or field is comprised of at least one of a tennis court claim 2 , a football field claim 2 , a soccer field claim 2 , a basketball court claim 2 , a badminton court claim 2 , a volleyball court claim 2 , or a table tennis court.4. The heat transfer image/flag label of claim 3 , wherein the flag label further comprises a component of the sports court or field.5. The heat transfer image/flag label of claim 4 , wherein the component comprises at least one of a tennis net claim 4 , a soccer goal claim 4 , a basketball goal claim 4 , or a football field goal.6. The heat transfer image/flag label of claim 5 , wherein the flag label further comprises a brand name.7. The heat transfer image/flag label of claim 1 , wherein the at least one printed heat transfer image is printed with ultraviolet-curable inks to provide printed matter that includes optically readable information.8. The heat transfer image/flag label of claim 1 , wherein the at least one printed heat transfer ...

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Номер записи: 100