LASER MARKED DEVICE

An optical device projecting one or more synthetically magnified images that has been laser marked with one or more static two dimensional (2D) images is provided. The static 2D image(s) laser marked on or within this device and the synthetically magnified image(s) projected by this device help determine the authenticity of a document (e.g., passport data page) or product that employs it. Several embodiments of the inventive device also offer increased resistance to tampering or alteration and wear. 1. A method for laser marking one or more static two dimensional images on or within a device that embodies or comprises an optical film material , wherein the optical film material projects at least one synthetically magnified image , wherein the method comprises:identifying one or more layers or interfaces within the optical film material that may be damaged by laser energy, or by heat and gas generated by laser absorption within a laser receptive layer;either positioning one or more layers markable by laser energy above the laser sensitive layer or interface, positioning one or more thermal spacer layers and one or more laser markable layers below the optical film material, the one or more thermal spacer layers being located between the optical film material and the one or more laser markable layers, modifying the laser sensitive interface to increase the bond strength and/or thermal resistance of the interface, or replacing the laser sensitive layer with a layer made from a material with a higher bond strength and/or a higher thermal resistance;optionally, molding the layers together using heat and pressure to form a device that embodies the optical film material; andexposing the device to laser energy so as to mark one or more static two dimensional images on or into the one or more laser markable layers.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein one or more laser markable layers are positioned above the laser sensitive layer.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the optical ...

OPTICAL SECURITY DEVICE

An improved form of optical security device for use in the protection of documents and articles of value from counterfeit and to verify authenticity is provided. The inventive device, which is made up of an optionally embedded array of icon focusing elements, at least one grayscale in-plane image, and a plurality of coextensive control patterns of icons contained on or within the in-plane image, each control pattern being mapped to areas of the grayscale in-plane image having a range of grayscale levels, provides enhanced design capability, improved visual impact, and greater resistance to manufacturing variations. 1. An optical security device , which comprises:an optionally embedded array of icon focusing elements;at least one grayscale in-plane image that visually lies substantially in a plane of a substrate on which the in-plane image is carried; anda plurality of coextensive control patterns of icons contained on or within the at least one in-plane image forming an icon layer, each control pattern being mapped to areas of the in-plane image having a range of grayscale levels, wherein placement of the control patterns of icons within the in-plane image is determined using one or more control pattern probability distributions associated with each grayscale level within all or part of the in-plane image,wherein the array of icon focusing elements is positioned to form at least one synthetically magnified image of at least a portion of the icons in each coextensive control pattern of icons, the at least one synthetically magnified image having one or more dynamic effects, wherein the one or more dynamic effects of the at least one synthetically magnified image are controlled and choreographed by the control patterns of icons.2. The optical security device of claim 1 , wherein the array of icon focusing elements is an embedded array of icon focusing elements.3. The optical security device of or claim 1 , wherein the at least one synthetically magnified image is ...

OPTICAL DEVICE THAT PRODUCES FLICKER-LIKE OPTICAL EFFECTS

An optical device that produces flicker-like optical effects is provided. The inventive device employs directionally cured image icons. Specifically, the optical device is made up of at least one arrangement of image icons formed from one or more cured pigmented materials, and at least one arrangement of optionally embedded focusing elements positioned to form one or more synthetic images of at least a portion of the arrangement(s) of image icons. Some or all of the pigmented material(s) is cured using collimated light directed through the focusing elements toward the arrangement(s) of image icons at one or more angles relative to a surface of the optical device to form directionally cured image icons. The synthetic image(s) of the directionally cured image icons is viewable at the cure angle(s) and therefore visually appears and disappears, or turns on and off, as the viewing angle of the device moves through the cure angle(s). 1 a radiation curable resin,', 'at least one arrangement of directionally cured image icons, each directionally cured image icon of the at least one arrangement of directionally cured image icons comprising a region of one or more directionally cured pigmented materials disposed in or on the radiation curable resin, the region of one or more directionally cured pigmented material formed as one or more of a void or post formed in the radiation curable resin; and', 'at least one arrangement of focusing elements positioned relative to the at least one arrangement of directionally cured image icons to form one or more synthetic images of at least a portion of the at least one arrangement of directionally cured image icons,, 'an icon layer comprisingwherein some or all of the one or more directionally cured pigmented materials are directionally cured based on a direction of a collimated light directed through focusing elements of the at least one arrangement of focusing elements at one or more collimated light cure angles,wherein the one or more ...

MICRO-OPTIC SECURITY DEVICE WITH ZONES OF COLOR

A micro-optic security device with zonal color transitions includes a planar array of focusing elements, an image icon layer including a plurality of retaining structures, the plurality of retaining structures defining isolated volumes at a first depth within the image icon layer, a first zone of image icons, the first zone of image icons having a first predefined subset of the plurality of retaining structures, wherein the isolated volumes of retaining structures of the first predefined subset of the plurality of retaining structures contain cured pigmented material of a first color, and a second zone of image icons, the second zone of image icons including a second predefined subset of the plurality of retaining structures, wherein the isolated volumes of retaining structures of the second predefined subset of the plurality of retaining structures contain cured pigmented material of a second color, wherein the second color contrasts with the first color. 1. A micro-optic security device with zonal color transitions , comprising:a planar array of focusing elements;an image icon layer comprising a plurality of retaining structures, the plurality of retaining structures defining isolated volumes at a first depth within the image icon layer;a first zone of image icons, the first zone of image icons comprising a first predefined subset of the plurality of retaining structures, wherein the isolated volumes of retaining structures of the first predefined subset of the plurality of retaining structures contain cured pigmented material of a first color; anda second zone of image icons, the second zone of image icons comprising a second predefined subset of the plurality of retaining structures, wherein the isolated volumes of retaining structures of the second predefined subset of the plurality of retaining structures contain cured pigmented material of a second color, wherein the second color contrasts with the first color.2. The micro-optic security device of claim 1 , ...

SECURITY DEVICE FOR PROJECTING A COLLECTION OF SYNTHETIC IMAGES

A security device for projecting a collection of synthetic images as well as a computer-implemented method for producing such a security device are provided. The synthetic images may represent different viewpoints of a target object or image that change from one viewpoint image to another viewpoint image as the location of the observer changes relative to the device. The nature of each synthetic image can, however, be completely arbitrary, much like the images that are provided by a display device such as a television or computer monitor. In an exemplary embodiment, a special symmetry is used to generate the synthetic images, which allows the device to be manufactured without regard for registration. 1. A security device for projecting a collection of synthetic images , which comprises: a collection of focusing elements , with each focusing element having an optical footprint; and at least one image layer , the collection of focusing elements and the at least one image layer together projecting a different image as the device is viewed at different angles ,wherein, the at least one image layer is made up of an array of discrete digitized domains, each domain constituting an identical or substantially identical subset of each focusing element's optical footprint, the domains being discrete in that no two subsets overlap and every point in each subset is closest to its respective focusing element, each domain being divided into a number of discrete pixels equal to the number of images,wherein, each image is processed digitally, the number of pixels in each digitally processed image being equal or proportionate to the total number of focusing elements, the pixels in each digitally processed image being distributed to the same location within each digitized domain, such that each location within one digitized domain is marked with the color of a pixel from a different digitally processed image, allowing for the device to project a different image as the device is viewed ...

SINGLE LAYER IMAGE PROJECTION FILM

A single layer image projection system that is made up of an arrangement of optionally reflective arcuate elements having an upper arcuate surface, a lower surface, and an arcuate area bounded by the upper arcuate and lower surfaces, and an optionally reflective pattern of image relief microstructures disposed on or within at least some of the upper arcuate surfaces of the arcuate elements, is provided. The arrangement of optionally reflective arcuate elements and the optionally reflective pattern of image relief microstructures are in a single layer and interact to project one or more images. For an upper arcuate surface with convex surface curvature, the image relief microstructures extend downwardly from this surface terminating within the arcuate area, and for an upper arcuate surface with concave surface curvature, the image relief microstructures extend upwardly from this surface terminating within an area defined by the curvature of the upper arcuate surface. Transmission of light through the system, reflection of light from the system or a combination thereof forms one or more images. 1. A single layer image projection system for projecting one o more images that comprises an arrangement of optionally reflective arcuate elements having an upper arcuate surface , a lower surface , and an arcuate area bounded by the upper arcuate and lower surfaces , and an optionally reflective pattern of image relief microstructures disposed on or within at least some of the upper arcuate surfaces of the arcuate elements wherein the arrangement of optionally reflective arcuate elements and the optionally reflective pattern of image relief microstructures are in a single layer and interact to project one or more images ,wherein for an upper arcuate surface with convex surface curvature, the image relief microstructures extend downwardly from this surface terminating within the arcuate area, andwherein for an upper arcuate surface with concave surface curvature, the image ...

OPTICAL SECURITY DEVICE

An improved form of optical security device for use in the protection of documents and articles of value from counterfeit and to verify authenticity is provided. The inventive device, which is made up of an optionally embedded array of icon focusing elements, at least one grayscale in-plane image, and a plurality of coextensive control patterns of icons contained on or within the in-plane image, each control pattern being mapped to areas of the grayscale in-plane image having a range of grayscale levels, provides enhanced design capability, improved visual impact, and greater resistance to manufacturing variations. 1. An optical security device , which comprises:an array of icon focusing elements;a grayscale in-plane image that visually lies substantially in a plane of a substrate on which the in-plane image is carried; anda plurality of control patterns of icons contained on or within the in-plane image, the plurality of control patterns forming an icon layer, each control pattern being mapped to areas of the in-plane image associated with a range of grayscale levels, wherein placement of the control patterns of icons within the in-plane image is determined using a control pattern probability distribution associated with each grayscale level within all or part of the in-plane image,wherein the array of icon focusing elements is positioned to form a synthetically magnified image of at least a portion of the icons in each control pattern of icons, the synthetically magnified image having a dynamic effect, wherein the dynamic effect of the synthetically magnified image is controlled by the control patterns of icons.2. The optical security device of claim 1 , wherein the array of icon focusing elements is an embedded array of icon focusing elements.3. The optical security device of claim 1 , wherein the synthetically magnified image is viewable over a first range of viewing angles claim 1 , and wherein a silhouette of the in-plane image is also viewable over the first ...

LASER MARKED DEVICE

An optical device projecting one or more synthetically magnified images that has been laser marked with one or more static two dimensional (2D) images is provided. The static 2D image(s) laser marked on or within this device and the synthetically magnified image(s) projected by this device help determine the authenticity of a document (e.g., passport data page) or product that employs it. Several embodiments of the inventive device also offer increased resistance to tampering or alteration and wear. 1. A method for laser marking one or more static two dimensional images on or within a device that embodies or comprises an optical film material , wherein the optical film material projects at least one synthetically magnified image , wherein the method comprises:identifying one or more layers or interfaces within the optical film material that may be damaged by laser energy, or by heat and gas generated by laser absorption within a laser receptive layer;either positioning one or more layers markable by laser energy above the laser sensitive layer or interface, positioning one or more thermal spacer layers and one or more laser markable layers below the optical film material, the one or more thermal spacer layers being located between the optical film material and the one or more laser markable layers, modifying the laser sensitive interface to increase the bond strength and/or thermal resistance of the interface, or replacing the laser sensitive layer with a layer made from a material with a higher bond strength and/or a higher thermal resistance;optionally, molding the layers together using heat and pressure to form a device that embodies the optical film material; andexposing the device to laser energy so as to mark one or more static two dimensional images on or into the one or more laser markable layers.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein one or more laser markable layers are positioned above the laser sensitive layer.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the optical ...

MICRO-OPTIC SECURITY DEVICE WITH ABSOLUTE REGISTRATION

A micro-optic security device () includes a planar array of micro-optic focusing elements () and a first arrangement of image icons (), wherein each image icon () of the first arrangement of image icons includes a region of light-cured material. Further, the first arrangement of image icons is visible () through the planar array of micro-optic focusing elements across a first predetermined range of viewing angles relative to the micro-optic security device, and the first arrangement of image icons is not visible () through the planar array of micro-optic focusing elements across a second pre-determined range of viewing angles relative to the micro-optic security device. 1. A micro-optic security device , comprising:a planar array of micro-optic focusing elements; anda first arrangement of image icons, each image icon of the first arrangement of image icons comprising a region of light-cured material,wherein the first arrangement of image icons is visible through the planar array of micro-optic focusing elements across a first predetermined range of viewing angles relative to the micro-optic security device, andwherein the first arrangement of image icons is not visible through the planar array of micro-optic focusing elements across a second predetermined range of viewing angles relative to the micro-optic security device.2. The micro-optic security device of claim 1 , wherein the first arrangement of image icons is associated with a first characteristic color claim 1 , and further comprising:a second arrangement of image icons, each image icon of the second arrangement of image icons comprising a second region of light cured material,wherein the second arrangement of image icons is visible through the planar array of micro-optic focusing elements across a third predetermined range of viewing angles relative to the micro-optic security device, andwherein the second arrangement of image icons is not visible through the planar array of micro-optic focusing elements ...

AN OPTICAL DEVICE THAT PRODUCES FLICKER-LIKE OPTICAL EFFECTS

An optical device that produces flicker-like optical effects is provided. The inventive device employs directionally cured image icons. Specifically, the optical device is made up of at least one arrangement of image icons formed from one or more cured pigmented materials, and at least one arrangement of optionally embedded focusing elements positioned to form one or more synthetic images of at least a portion of the arrangement(s) of image icons. Some or all of the pigmented material(s) is cured using collimated light directed through the focusing elements toward the arrangement(s) of image icons at one or more angles relative to a surface of the optical device to form directionally cured image icons. The synthetic image(s) of the directionally cured image icons is viewable at the cure angle(s) and therefore visually appears and disappears, or turns on and off, as the viewing angle of the device moves through the cure angle(s). The inventive optical device may be used in conjunction with laser engraving allowing for, in at least one embodiment, superior laser engraving through the optical device. 1. An optical device that produces flicker-like optical effects , wherein the optical device comprises at least one arrangement of image icons formed from one or more cured pigmented materials , and at least one arrangement of optionally embedded focusing elements positioned to form one or more synthetic images of at least a portion of the at least one arrangement of image icons , wherein some or all of the one or more pigmented materials is cured using collimated light directed through the focusing elements at one or more angles relative to a surface of the optical device to form directionally cured image icons , wherein the one or more synthetic images of the directionally cured image icons is viewable at the one or more collimated light cure angles and therefore visually appears and disappears , or turns on and off , as the viewing angle of the device moves through ...

AN IMPROVED POLYMERIC SHEET MATERIAL FOR USE IN MAKING POLYMERIC SECURITY DOCUMENTS SUCH AS BANKNOTES

An improved polymeric sheet material for use in making polymeric security documents such as banknotes is provided. The inventive polymeric sheet material has one or more integrated and/or applied optical security devices. Polymeric security documents made using these improved polymeric sheet materials are also provided. 1. An improved polymeric sheet material for use in making polymeric security documents such as banknotes , which is made up of a polymer or polymeric substrate having a thickness greater than or equal to about 60 microns and one or more integrated and/or applied optical security devices which project one or more synthetic images , the one or more optical security devices being integrated and/or applied to all or part of the substrate , wherein when the one or more optical security devices is positioned on or within only a portion of the substrate , an opacifying coating is optionally used to cover remaining portions thereof ,wherein, the improved polymeric sheet material has one or more integrated optical security devices, wherein the one or more integrated optical security devices is made up of an arrangement of image icons and an overlying optionally embedded arrangement of focusing elements that are located on an upper surface of the polymer or polymeric substrate, and a reflective layer that is located directly below the arrangement of image icons and the optionally embedded arrangement of focusing elements on a lower surface of the substrate, wherein the reflective layer is a patterned metal layer in which secondary image icons are formed by patterned dernetallization, wherein when viewing the improved polymeric sheet material, the one or more synthetic images appear with missing areas in the form of the secondary image icons,orwherein, the improved polymeric sheet material has one or more applied optical security devices, wherein the one or more applied optical security devices is made up of an arrangement of image icons and an underlying ...

Optical device that provides flicker-like optical effects

An optical security device suitable for securing or authenticating high security or high value articles of manufacture when affixed thereto, is provided. The inventive security device produces optically variable effects when viewed from varying points of view and is made up of a microstructured layer having image icon elements that have at least one pigmented material. The microstructured layer is arranged relative to an arrangement of focusing elements such that at least portions of the image icon elements are observable through at least portions of the arrangement of focusing elements, thereby providing at least one synthetic image that demonstrates a color-transition effect as points of view from which the optical security device is viewed are changed. In one particular embodiment, the optical security device comprises (i) an arrangement of image icon elements having a first contrasting material pattern and a second contrasting material pattern; (ii) a fixed arrangement of focusing elements disposed relative to the arrangement of image icon elements such that the image icon elements project a synthetic image when viewed through the focusing elements, and having a first fixed org-pattern (as defined herein) that is mismatched from the at least one of the patterns of the first and second contrasting materials; where the synthetic image is a projection of both the first and second contrasting material when viewed from at least one angle.

OPTIONALLY TRANSFERABLE OPTICAL SYSTEM WITH A REDUCED THICKNESS

An optionally transferable optical system with a reduced thickness is provided. The inventive optical system is basically made up of a synthetic image presentation system in which one or more arrangements of structured image icons are substantially in contact with, but not completely embedded within, one or more arrangements of focusing elements. The focusing element and image icon arrangements cooperate to form at least one synthetic image. By way of the subject invention, the requirement for an optical spacer to provide the necessary focal distance between the focusing elements and their associated image icon(s) is removed. As a result, overall system thicknesses are reduced, suitability as a surface-applied authentication system is enabled, and tamper resistance is improved. 1. An optionally transferable optical system with a reduced thickness , which comprises a synthetic image presentation system made up of one or more arrangements of structured image icons substantially in contact with , but not completely embedded within , one or more arrangements of focusing elements , wherein the one or more arrangements of image icons and the one or more arrangements of focusing elements cooperate to form at least one synthetic image of at least a portion of the image icons , wherein interstitial space between focusing elements in the one or more arrangements of focusing elements does not contribute to the formation of the at least one synthetic image.2. The optionally transferable optical system of claim 1 , wherein the structured image icons are formed from: voids in a substantially planar structure claim 1 , wherein the voids are optionally filled or coated with another material; raised areas in a substantially planar structure; or combinations thereof.3. The optionally transferable optical system of claim 1 , wherein the thickness of the system is less than 50 microns claim 1 , and wherein the interstitial space between the focusing elements in the one or more ...

Micro-optic security device with interactive dynamic security features

A security device includes an image projection system that includes an array of focusing elements (101) and an array of image icon elements (103) disposed relative to each other such that a synthetic image is projected by the image projection system. This synthetic image, along with at least one other image functions as a targeting image. As targeting images (310′, 310″), these images are spatially coordinated such that a reward image (350), which is otherwise at least partially hidden, becomes revealed upon the targeting images having a predetermined transformation. This targeting effect functions as a game that attracts the attention of an end-user of high-valued articles of manufacture to which the security device is attached. The security device allows a viewer to actively interact with the security device by trying to turn on the reward image.

A laser marked device

AN OPTICAL DEVICE PROJECTING ONE OR MORE SYNTHETICALLY MAGNIFIED IMAGES THAT HAS BEEN LASER MARKED WITH ONE OR MORE STATIC TWO DIMENSIONAL (2D) IMAGES IS PROVIDED. THE STATIC 2D IMAGE(S) LASER MARKED ON OR WITHIN THIS DEVICE AND THE SYNTHETICALLY MAGNIFIED IMAGE(S) PROJECTED BY THIS DEVICE HELP DETERMINE THE AUTHENTICITY OF A DOCUMENT (E.G., PASSPORT DATA PAGE) OR PRODUCT THAT EMPLOYS IT. SEVERAL EMBODIMENTS OF THE INVENTIVE DEVICE ALSO OFFER INCREASED RESISTANCE TO TAMPERING OR ALTERATION AND WEAR.

Optical security device

Single layer image projection film

A single layer image projection system that is made up of an arrangement of optionally reflective arcuate elements having an upper arcuate surface, a lower surface, and an arcuate area bounded by the upper arcuate and lower surfaces, and an optionally reflective pattern of image relief microstructures disposed on or within at least some of the upper arcuate surfaces of the arcuate elements, is provided. The arrangement of optionally reflective arcuate elements and the optionally reflective pattern of image relief microstructures are in a single layer and interact to project one or more images. For an upper arcuate surface with convex surface curvature, the image relief microstructures extend downwardly from this surface terminating within the arcuate area, and for an upper arcuate surface with concave surface curvature, the image relief microstructures extend upwardly from this surface terminating within an area defined by the curvature of the upper arcuate surface. Transmission of light through the system, reflection of light from the system or a combination thereof forms one or more images.

An optical device that produces flicker-like optical effects

An optical device that produces flicker-like optical effects is provided. The inventive device employs directionally cured image icons. Specifically, the optical device is made up of at least one arrangement of image icons formed from one or more cured pigmented materials, and at least one arrangement of optionally embedded focusing elements positioned to form one or more synthetic images of at least a portion of the arrangement(s) of image icons. Some or all of the pigmented material(s) is cured using collimated light directed through the focusing elements toward the arrangement(s) of image icons at one or more angles relative to a surface of the optical device to form directionally cured image icons. The synthetic image(s) of the directionally cured image icons is viewable at the cure angle(s) and therefore visually appears and disappears, or turns on and off, as the viewing angle of the device moves through the cure angle(s). The inventive optical device may be used in conjunction with laser engraving allowing for, in at least one embodiment, superior laser engraving through the optical device.

Optical device that provides flicker-like optical effects

An optical security device suitable for securing or authenticating high security or high value articles of manufacture when affixed thereto, is provided. The inventive security device produces optically variable effects when viewed from varying points of view and is made up of a microstructured layer having image icon elements that have at least one pigmented material. The microstructured layer is arranged relative to an arrangement of focusing elements such that at least portions of the image icon elements are observable through at least portions of the arrangement of focusing elements, thereby providing at least one synthetic image that demonstrates a color-transition effect as points of view from which the optical security device is viewed are changed. In one particular embodiment, the optical security device comprises (i) an arrangement of image icon elements having a first contrasting material pattern and a second contrasting material pattern; (ii) a fixed arrangement of focusing elements disposed relative to the arrangement of image icon elements such that the image icon elements project a synthetic image when viewed through the focusing elements, and having a first fixed org-pattern (as defined herein) that is mismatched from the at least one of the patterns of the first and second contrasting materials; where the synthetic image is a projection of both the first and second contrasting material when viewed from at least one angle.

Material de lámina polimérico mejorado para su uso en la obtención de documentos de seguridad poliméricos tales como billetes de banco

Material de lámina polimérico mejorado (10) para su uso en la obtención de documentos de seguridad poliméricos tales como billetes de banco, que está compuesto por un polímero o sustrato polimérico (12) que tiene un grosor mayor de o igual a aproximadamente 60 micrómetros (μm) y uno o más dispositivos de seguridad ópticos integrados que proyectan una o más imágenes sintéticas, estando integrados el uno o más dispositivos de seguridad ópticos en la totalidad o parte del sustrato (12), en el que el uno o más dispositivos de seguridad ópticos integrados están alineados con una o más ventanas transparentes y una o más regiones opacas sobre el sustrato y están compuestos por una disposición de elementos de enfoque híbridos refractantes/reflectantes metalizados (52) situada por debajo de una primera disposición de iconos de imagen sobre una superficie superior del sustrato, y una segunda disposición de iconos de imagen situada directamente por debajo de la primera disposición de iconos de imagen y la disposición de elementos de enfoque híbridos refractantes/reflectantes metalizados (52) sobre una superficie inferior del sustrato, en el que una o más regiones opacas están situadas en la segunda disposición de iconos de imagen, en el que se proyectan una o más imágenes sintéticas por el material de lámina polimérico bajo luz reflejada y en luz transmitida, en el que la una o más regiones opacas permiten una vista de luz reflejada, y en el que la una o más ventanas transparentes permiten una vista de luz transmitida, que domina la vista de luz reflejada.

Laser marked device

An optical device projecting one or more synthetically magnified images that has been laser marked with one or more static two dimensional (2D) images is provided. The static 2D image(s) laser marked on or within this device and the synthetically magnified image(s) projected by this device help determine the authenticity of a document (e.g., passport data page) or product that employs it. Several embodiments of the inventive device also offer increased resistance to tampering or alteration and wear.

Optical security device

An improved form of optical security device for use in the protection of documents and articles of value from counterfeit and to verify authenticity is provided. The inventive device, which is made up of an optionally embedded array of icon focusing elements, at least one grayscale in-plane image, and a plurality of coextensive control patterns of icons contained on or within the in-plane image, each control pattern being mapped to areas of the grayscale in-plane image having a range of grayscale levels, provides enhanced design capability, improved visual impact, and greater resistance to manufacturing variations.

Optical device that produces flicker-like optical effects

An optical device that produces flicker-like optical effects is provided. The inventive device employs directionally cured image icons. Specifically, the optical device is made up of at least one arrangement of image icons formed from one or more cured pigmented materials, and at least one arrangement of optionally embedded focusing elements positioned to form one or more synthetic images of at least a portion of the arrangement(s) of image icons. Some or all of the pigmented material(s) is cured using collimated light directed through the focusing elements toward the arrangement(s) of image icons at one or more angles relative to a surface of the optical device to form directionally cured image icons. The synthetic image(s) of the directionally cured image icons is viewable at the cure angle(s) and therefore visually appears and disappears, or turns on and off, as the viewing angle of the device moves through the cure angle(s). The inventive optical device may be used in conjunction with laser engraving allowing for, in at least one embodiment, superior laser engraving through the optical device.

Polymeric sheet material for use in making polymeric security documents such as banknotes

An improved polymeric sheet material for use in making polymeric security documents such as banknotes is provided. The inventive polymeric sheet material has one or more integrated and/or applied optical security devices. Polymeric security documents made using these improved polymeric sheet materials are also provided.

Optionally transferable optical system with a reduced thickness

An optionally transferable optical system with a reduced thickness is provided. The inventive optical system is basically made up of a synthetic image presentation system in which one or more arrangements of structured image icons are substantially in contact with, but not completely embedded within, one or more arrangements of focusing elements. The focusing element and image icon arrangements cooperate to form at least one synthetic image. By way of the subject invention, the requirement for an optical spacer to provide the necessary focal distance between the focusing elements and their associated image icon(s) is removed. As a result, overall system thicknesses are reduced, suitability as a surface-applied authentication system is enabled, and tamper resistance is improved.

Optical security device

An improved form of optical security device for use in the protection of documents and articles of value from counterfeit and to verify authenticity is provided. The inventive device, which is made up of an optionally embedded array of icon focusing elements, at least one grayscale in-plane image, and a plurality of coextensive control patterns of icons contained on or within the in-plane image, each control pattern being mapped to areas of the grayscale in-plane image having a range of grayscale levels, provides enhanced design capability, improved visual impact, and greater resistance to manufacturing variations.

Optical device that produces flicker-like optical effects

An optical device that produces flicker-like optical effects is provided. The optical device employs directionally cured image icons. Specifically, the optical device is made up of at least one arrangement of image icons formed from one or more cured pigmented materials, and at least one arrangement of optionally embedded focusing elements positioned to form one or more synthetic images of at least a portion of the arrangement(s) of image icons. Some or all of the pigmented material(s) is cured using collimated light directed through the focusing elements toward the arrangement(s) of image icons at one or more angles relative to a surface of the optical device to form directionally cured image icons. The synthetic image(s) of the directionally cured image icons is viewable at the cure angle(s) and therefore visually appears and disappears, or turns on and off, as the viewing angle of the device moves through the cure angle(s).

Method of manufacturing a transferable optical system with a reduced thickness

A tamper indicating optical security device

A tamper indicating optical security device that operates to produce one or more synthetic images is provided. Any attempt to detach (e.g., forcibly remove) this device from an underlying base material will cause one or more layers of the security device to separate or delaminate, rending the device partially or totally inoperable. The inventive device is contemplated for use with, among other things, currency or banknotes, secure documents such as bonds, checks, travelers checks, identification cards, lottery tickets, passports, postage stamps, and stock certificates, as well as non-secure documents such as stationery items and labels. The inventive device is also contemplated for use with consumer goods as well as bags or packaging used with consumer goods.

Optical security device

An improved form of optical security device for use in the protection of documents and articles of value from counterfeit and to verify authenticity is provided. The inventive device, which is made up of an optionally embedded array of icon focusing elements, at least one grayscale in-plane image, and a plurality of coextensive control patterns of icons contained on or within the in-plane image, each control pattern being mapped to areas of the grayscale in-plane image having a range of grayscale levels, provides enhanced design capability, improved visual impact, and greater resistance to manufacturing variations.

A laser marked device

An optical device projecting one or more synthetically magnified images that has been laser marked with one or more static two dimensional (2D) images is provided. The static 2D image(s) laser marked on or within this device and the synthetically magnified image(s) projected by this device help determine the authenticity of a document (e.g., passport data page) or product that employs it. Several embodiments of the inventive device also offer increased resistance to tampering or alteration and wear.

Optical security device

An improved form of optical security device for use in the protection of documents and articles of value from counterfeit and to verify authenticity is provided. The inventive device, which is made up of an optionally embedded array of icon focusing elements, at least one grayscale in-plane image, and a plurality of coextensive control patterns of icons contained on or within the in-plane image, each control pattern being mapped to areas of the grayscale in-plane image having a range of grayscale levels, provides enhanced design capability, improved visual impact, and greater resistance to manufacturing variations.

An optical system demonstrating improved resistance to optically degrading external effects

A system for projecting one or more synthetic optical images, which demonstrates improved resistance to optically degrading external effects, is provided. The inventive system serves to lock the focal length of the focusing elements in place. In other words, no other transparent materials or layers brought into contact with the inventive system will serve to materially alter the focal length or the optical acuity of synthetic images formed by the system.

An optical system demonstrating improved resistance to optically degrading external effects

A system for projecting one or more synthetic optical images, which demonstrates improved resistance to optically degrading external effects, is provided. The inventive system serves to lock the focal length of the focusing elements in place. In other words, no other transparent materials or layers brought into contact with the inventive system will serve to materially alter the focal length or the optical acuity of synthetic images formed by the system.

An improved polymeric sheet material for use in making polymeric security documents such as banknotes

An improved polymeric sheet material for use in making polymeric security documents such as banknotes is provided. The inventive polymeric sheet material has one or more integrated and/or applied optical security devices. Polymeric security documents made using these improved polymeric sheet materials are also provided.

An improved polymeric sheet material for use in making polymeric security documents such as bank notes

The invention is directed to: An improved polymeric sheet material for use in making polymeric security documents such as banknotes is provided. The inventive polymeric sheet material has one or more integrated and/or applied optical security devices. Polymeric security documents made using these improved polymeric sheet materials are also provided.

Optical device that produces flicker-like optical effects

An optical device that produces flicker-like optical effects is provided. The inventive device employs directionally cured image icons. Specifically, the optical device is made up of at least one arrangement of image icons formed from one or more cured pigmented materials, and at least one arrangement of optionally embedded focusing elements positioned to form one or more synthetic images of at least a portion of the arrangement(s) of image icons. Some or all of the pigmented material(s) is cured using collimated light directed through the focusing elements toward the arrangement(s) of image icons at one or more angles relative to a surface of the optical device to form directionally cured image icons. The synthetic image(s) of the directionally cured image icons is viewable at the cure angle(s) and therefore visually appears and disappears, or turns on and off, as the viewing angle of the device moves through the cure angle(s).

An optical device that produces flicker-like optical effects

An optical device that produces flicker-like optical effects is provided. The inventive device employs directionally cured image icons. Specifically, the optical device is made up of at least one arrangement of image icons formed from one or more cured pigmented materials, and at least one arrangement of optionally embedded focusing elements positioned to form one or more synthetic images of at least a portion of the arrangement(s) of image icons. Some or all of the pigmented material(s) is cured using collimated light directed through the focusing elements toward the arrangement(s) of image icons at one or more angles relative to a surface of the optical device to form directionally cured image icons. The synthetic image(s) of the directionally cured image icons is viewable at the cure angle(s) and therefore visually appears and disappears, or turns on and off, as the viewing angle of the device moves through the cure angle(s). The inventive optical device may be used in conjunction with laser engraving allowing for, in at least one embodiment, superior laser engraving through the optical device.

Security device for projecting a collection of synthetic images

A security device for projecting a collection of synthetic images as well as a computer-implemented method for producing such a security device are provided. The synthetic images may represent different viewpoints of a target object or image that change from one viewpoint image to another viewpoint image as the location of the observer changes relative to the device. The nature of each synthetic image can, however, be completely arbitrary, much like the images that are provided by a display device such as a television or computer monitor. In an exemplary embodiment, a special symmetry is used to generate the synthetic images, which allows the device to be manufactured without regard for registration.

An optical device that provides flicker-like optical effects

An optical security device suitable for securing or authenticating high security or high value articles of manufacture when affixed thereto, is provided. The inventive security device produces optically variable effects when viewed from varying points of view and is made up of a microstructured layer having image icon elements that have at least one pigmented material The microstructured layer is arranged relative to an arrangement of focusing elements such that at least portions of the image icon elements are observable through at least portions of the arrangement of focusing elements, thereby providing at least one synthetic image that demonstrates a color-transition effect as points of view from which the optical security device is viewed are changed, in one particular embodiment, the optical security device comprises (i) an arrangement of image icon elements having a first contrasting material pattern and a second contrasting material pattern; (ii) a fixed arrangement of focusing elements disposed relative to the arrangement of image icon elements such that the image icon elements project a synthetic image when viewed through the focusing elements, and having a first fixed org-pattern (as defined herein) that is mismatched from the at least one of the patterns of the first and second contrasting materials; where the synthetic image is a projection of both the first and second contrasting material when viewed from at least one angle.

Single layer image projection film

A single layer image projection system that Is made up of an arrangement of optionally reflective arcuate elements having an upper arcuate surface, a lower surface, and an arcuate area bounded by the upper arcuate and lower surfaces, and an optionally reflective pattern of image relief microstructures disposed on or within at least some of the upper arcuate surfaces of the arcuate elements, is provided. The arrangement of optionally reflective arcuate elements and the optionally reflective pattern of image relief microstructures are in a single layer and interact to project one or more images. For an upper arcuate surface with convex surface curvature, the image relief microstructures extend downwardly from this surface terminating within the arcuate area, and for an upper arcuate surface with concave surface curvature, the image relief microstructures extend upwardly from this surface terminating within an area defined by the curvature of the upper arcuate surface. Transmission of light through the system, reflection of light from the system, or a combination thereof forms one or more images.

Micro-optic security device with phase aligned image layers

A micro-optic security device ( 105 ) includes a planar array of microlenses ( 305 ), which are configured to focus light along a plurality of focal paths ( 610 ) associated with a viewing angle. The micro-optic security device further includes an icon layer stack ( 905 ) disposed along the plurality of focal paths. The icon layer stack includes a first icon layer ( 620 ) with volumes of cured material of a first color ( 613 b ) and volumes of substantially transparent material at locations outside of focal paths of the first range of viewing angles. The icon layer stack also includes a second icon layer ( 640 ) with volumes of substantially transparent cured material at locations along focal paths of the first range of viewing angles, and volumes of cured material of a second color ( 637 a ) at locations along focal paths of a second range of viewing angles.

An improved polymeric sheet material for use in making polymeric security documents such as banknotes

An improved polymeric sheet material for use in making polymeric security documents such as banknotes is provided. The inventive polymeric sheet material has one or more integrated and/or applied optical security devices. Polymeric security documents made using these improved polymeric sheet materials are also provided.

Optionally transferable optical system with a reduced thickness

Micro-optic security device with phase aligned image layers

A micro-optic security device (105) includes a planar array of microlenses (305), which are configured to focus light along a plurality of focal paths (610) associated with a viewing angle. The micro-optic security device further includes an icon layer stack (905) disposed along the plurality of focal paths. The icon layer stack includes a first icon layer (620) with volumes of cured material of a first color (613b) and volumes of substantially transparent material at locations outside of focal paths of the first range of viewing angles. The icon layer stack also includes a second icon layer (640) with volumes of substantially transparent cured material at locations along focal paths of the first range of viewing angles, and volumes of cured material of a second color (637a) at locations along focal paths of a second range of viewing angles.

Security device for projecting a collection of synthetic images.

Se proporciona un dispositivo de seguridad para la proyección de una colección de imágenes sintéticas, así como un procedimiento implementado por ordenador para la producción de un dispositivo de seguridad de este tipo. Las imágenes sintéticas pueden representar diferentes puntos de vista de un objeto de destino o imagen que cambia el punto de vista de una imagen a otra imagen de punto de vista cuando la posición del observador cambia respecto al dispositivo. La naturaleza de cada imagen sintética puede, sin embargo, ser completamente arbitraria, al igual que las imágenes que son proporcionadas por un dispositivo de visualización, tal como un televisor o monitor de ordenador. En una realización ejemplar, se utiliza una simetría especial para generar las imágenes sintéticas, que permite que el dispositivo sea fabricado sin tener en cuenta el registro.

An improved polymeric sheet material for use in making polymeric security documents such as banknotes

An improved polymeric sheet material for use in making polymeric security documents such as banknotes is provided. The inventive polymeric sheet material has one or more integrated and/or applied optical security devices. Polymeric security documents made using these improved polymeric sheet materials are also provided.

Tamper indicating optical security device

A tamper indicating optical security device that operates to produce one or more synthetic images is provided. Any attempt to detach (e.g., forcibly remove) this device from an underlying base material will cause one or more layers of the security device to separate or delaminate, rending the device partially or totally inoperable. The inventive device is contemplated for use with, among other things, currency or banknotes, secure documents such as bonds, checks, travelers checks, identification cards, lottery tickets, passports, postage stamps, and stock certificates, as well as non-secure documents such as stationery items and labels. The inventive device is also contemplated for use with consumer goods as well as bags or packaging used with consumer goods.

Optionally transferable optical system with a reduced thickness

An optionally transferable optical system with a reduced thickness is provided. The inventive optical system is basically made up of a synthetic image presentation system in which one or more arrangements of structured image icons are substantially in contact with, but not completely embedded within, one or more arrangements of focusing elements. The focusing element and image icon arrangements cooperate to form at least one synthetic image. By way of the subject invention, the requirement for an optical spacer to provide the necessary focal distance between the focusing elements and their associated image icon(s) is removed. As a result, overall system thicknesses are reduced, suitability as a surface-applied authentication system is enabled, and tamper resistance is improved.

An optical system demonstrating improved resistance to optically degrading external effects

A system for projecting one or more synthetic optical images, which demonstrates improved resistance to optically degrading external effects, is provided. The inventive system serves to lock the focal length of the focusing elements in place. In other words, no other transparent materials or layers brought into contact with the inventive system will serve to materially alter the focal length or the optical acuity of synthetic images formed by the system.

enhanced polymeric sheet material for use in producing polymeric security documents such as banknotes

trata-se de um material de lâmina polimérica aprimorada para uso na produção de documentos de segurança poliméricos, tais como notas bancárias. o material de lâmina polimérica da invenção tem um ou mais dispositivos de segurança ópticos integrados e/ou aplicados. são fornecidos também os documentos de segurança poliméricos produzidos com o uso desses materiais de lâmina polimérica aprimorada. It is an enhanced polymeric foil material for use in the production of polymeric security documents such as banknotes. The polymeric sheet material of the invention has one or more integrated and / or applied optical safety devices. Also provided are polymeric safety documents produced using these enhanced polymeric blade materials.

Fully micro-optic security document

An optical system demonstrating improved resistance to optically degrading external effects

Security device for projecting a collection of synthetic images

A security device for projecting a collection of synthetic images as well as a computer-implemented method for producing such a security device are provided. The synthetic images may represent different viewpoints of a target object or image that change from one viewpoint image to another viewpoint image as the location of the observer changes relative to the device. The nature of each synthetic image can, however, be completely arbitrary, much like the images that are provided by a display device such as a television or computer monitor. In an exemplary embodiment, a special symmetry is used to generate the synthetic images, which allows the device to be manufactured without regard for registration.

An improved polymeric sheet material for use in making polymeric security documents such as banknotes

An improved polymeric sheet material for use in making polymeric security documents such as banknotes is provided. The inventive polymeric sheet material has one or more integrated and/or applied optical security devices. Polymeric security documents made using these improved polymeric sheet materials are also provided. FIG. 3a 1/7 16 10 141 12 18 FIG. 1 2 10 20 16 1 18 FIG. 2 10 2 6t 22 24 FIG. 3(a)

Optical device producing flicker-like optical effects

【課題】フリッカー状の光学効果を生成する光学デバイスを提供する。【解決手段】光学デバイスは、硬化された有色素材料２６，３２，３８から形成される画像アイコンの少なくとも１つの配列と、画像アイコンの配列（１つ又は複数）の少なくとも一部の、１つ以上の合成画像を形成するために配置される、埋め込まれる集光要素の配列１２とから構成される。有色素材料（１つ又は複数）のうちのいくつか又は全ては、光学デバイスの表面に対する１つ以上の角度において、集光要素を通して画像アイコンの配列（１つ又は複数）に向けて方向付けられる、コリメート光を使用して硬化されて、指向性硬化された画像アイコンを形成する。硬化された画像アイコンの合成画像（１つ又は複数）は、硬化角（１つ又は複数）において見ることができ、デバイスの視角が硬化角（１つ又は複数）を通って移動するにつれて視覚的に出現及び消失する、すなわちオン及びオフになる。【選択図】図７

Fully micro-optic security document

A security document (200) includes a secure substrate (205). The secure substrate includes a viewing side (209) and a backing side (211), and a micro-optic system (305, 321) providing an optically variable effect (OVE) (513) on the viewing side. The security document further includes a protective layer (225), and a mask layer (215) disposed between the protective layer and the backing side of the secure substrate.

Micro-optic security device with multi-phase icon structure

An optical security device (100) includes an array of focusing elements (105) spaced at a first pitch along a first axis of repetition (415), wherein each focusing element of the array of focusing elements is associated with a focal footprint at a first focal depth. The optical security device further includes an icon layer (120) disposed at the first focal depth relative to the array of focusing elements, the icon layer comprising an array of hybrid image icons. Each hybrid image icon (410) includes a first component (410a) associated with a first emergent image projected by the optical security device and a second component (410b) associated with a second emergent image projected by the optical security device.

An improved polymeric sheet material for use in making polymeric security documents such as banknotes

An improved polymeric sheet material for use in making polymeric security documents such as banknotes is provided. The inventive polymeric sheet material has one or more integrated and/or applied optical security devices. Polymeric security documents made using these improved polymeric sheet materials are also provided.

An optical device that produces flicker-like optical effects

An optical device comprising at least one arrangement of image icons formed from one or more cured pigmented materials, and at least one arrangement of focusing elements positioned to form one or more synthetic images of at least a portion of the at least one arrangement of image icons, wherein some or all of the one or more pigmented materials is cured using collimated light at one or more angles relative to a surface of the optical device to form directionally cured image icons, wherein the one or more synthetic images of the directionally cured image icons is viewable at the one or more collimated light cure angles.

Single layer image projection film

Micro-optic security device with multi-phase icon structure

An optical security device (100) includes an array of focusing elements (105) spaced at a first pitch along a first axis of repetition (415), wherein each focusing element of the array of focusing elements is associated with a focal footprint at a first focal depth. The optical security device further includes an icon layer (120) disposed at the first focal depth relative to the array of focusing elements, the icon layer comprising an array of hybrid image icons. Each hybrid image icon (410) includes a first component (410a) associated with a first emergent image projected by the optical security device and a second component (410b) associated with a second emergent image projected by the optical security device.

Dispositivo de seguridad microoptico con capas de imagenes de fase alineada.

Un dispositivo de seguridad microóptico (105) incluye una matriz plana de microlentes (305), configuradas para enfocar la luz a lo largo de múltiples trayectorias focales (610) asociadas a un ángulo de visión. El dispositivo de seguridad microóptico incluye además un apilamiento de capas de íconos (905) dispuesto a lo largo de las múltiples trayectorias focales. El apilamiento de capas de íconos incluye una primera capa de íconos (620) con volúmenes de material curado de un primer color (613b) y volúmenes de material considerablemente transparente en ubicaciones fuera de las trayectorias focales del primer intervalo de ángulos de visión. El apilamiento de capas de íconos también incluye una segunda capa de íconos (640) con volúmenes de material curado considerablemente transparente en ubicaciones a lo largo de las trayectorias focales del primer intervalo de ángulos de visión, y volúmenes de material curado de un segundo color (637a) en ubicaciones a lo largo de trayectorias focales de un segundo intervalo de ángulos de visión.

Micro-optic security device with interactive dynamic security features

A security device includes an image projection system that includes an array of focusing elements (101) and an array of image icon elements (103) disposed relative to each other such that a synthetic image is projected by the image projection system. This synthetic image, along with at least one other image functions as a targeting image. As targeting images (310′, 310″), these images are spatially coordinated such that a reward image (350), which is otherwise at least partially hidden, becomes revealed upon the targeting images having a predetermined transformation. This targeting effect functions as a game that attracts the attention of an end-user of high-valued articles of manufacture to which the security device is attached. The security device allows a viewer to actively interact with the security device by trying to turn on the reward image.

An improved polymeric sheet material for use in making polymeric security documents such as banknotes

An improved polymeric sheet material for use in making polymeric security documents such as banknotes is provided. The inventive polymeric sheet material has one or more integrated and/or applied optical security devices. Polymeric security documents made using these improved polymeric sheet materials are also provided.

An improved polymeric sheet material for use in making polymeric security documents such as banknotes

An improved polymeric sheet material for use in making polymeric security documents such as banknotes is provided. The inventive polymeric sheet material has one or more integrated and/or applied optical security devices. Polymeric security documents made using these improved polymeric sheet materials are also provided.

Micro-optic security device with phase aligned image layers

A micro-optic security device (105) includes a planar array of microlenses (305), which are configured to focus light along a plurality of focal paths (610) associated with a viewing angle. The micro-optic security device further includes an icon layer stack (905) disposed along the plurality of focal paths. The icon layer stack includes a first icon layer (620) with volumes of cured material of a first color (613b) and volumes of substantially transparent material at locations outside of focal paths of the first range of viewing angles. The icon layer stack also includes a second icon layer (640) with volumes of substantially transparent cured material at locations along focal paths of the first range of viewing angles, and volumes of cured material of a second color (637a) at locations along focal paths of a second range of viewing angles.

Micro-optic security device with multi-phase icon structure

An optical security device (100) includes an array of focusing elements (105) spaced at a first pitch along a first axis of repetition (415), wherein each focusing element of the array of focusing elements is associated with afocal footprint at a first focal depth. The optical security device further includes an icon layer (120) disposed at the first focal depth relative to the array of focusing elements, the icon layer comprising an array of hybrid image icons. Each hybrid image icon (410) includes a first component (410a) associated with a first emergent image projected by the optical security device and a second component (410b) associated with a second emergent image projected by the optical security device.

Dispositivo de seguridad microoptico con estructura de icono multifase.

Un dispositivo (100) de seguridad óptico incluye un arreglo (105) de elementos de enfoque espaciados en un primer paso a lo largo de un primer eje (415) de repetición, en donde cada elemento de enfoque del arreglo de elementos de enfoque se asocia con una huella focal en una primera profundidad focal. El dispositivo de seguridad óptico incluye adicionalmente una capa (120) de iconos dispuesta en la primera profundidad focal con relación al arreglo de elementos de enfoque, la capa de iconos que comprende un arreglo de iconos de imagen híbridos. Cada icono (410) de imagen híbrido incluye un primer componente (410a) asociado con una primera imagen emergente proyectada por el dispositivo de seguridad óptico y un segundo componente (410b) asociado con una segunda imagen emergente proyectada por el dispositivo de seguridad óptico.

Dispositivo de segurança micro-óptica com estrutura de ícones multifásica

dispositivo de segurança micro-óptica com estrutura de ícones multifásica. dispositivo de segurança óptica (100) inclui uma matriz de elementos de focagem (105) espaçados em um primeiro passo ao longo de um primeiro eixo geométrico de repetição (415), em que cada elemento de focagem da matriz de elementos de focagem está associado a uma pegada focal em uma primeira profundidade focal. o dispositivo de segurança óptica inclui adicionalmente uma camada de ícone (120) disposta na primeira profundidade focal em relação ao conjunto de elementos de focagem, em que a camada de ícone compreende uma matriz de ícones de imagem híbrida. cada ícone de imagem híbrida (410) inclui um primeiro componente (410a) associado a uma primeira imagem emergente projetada pelo dispositivo de segurança óptica e um segundo componente (410b) associado a uma segunda imagem emergente projetada pelo dispositivo de segurança óptica.

Micro-optic security device with multi-phase icon structure

An optical security device (100) includes an array of focusing elements (105) spaced at a first pitch along a first axis of repetition (415), wherein each focusing element of the array of focusing elements is associated with a focal footprint at a first focal depth. The optical security device further includes an icon layer (120) disposed at the first focal depth relative to the array of focusing elements, the icon layer comprising an array of hybrid image icons. Each hybrid image icon (410) includes a first component (410a) associated with a first emergent image projected by the optical security device and a second component (410b) associated with a second emergent image projected by the optical security device.

Micro-optic security device with interactive dynamic security features

A security device includes an image projection system that includes an array of focusing elements (101) and an array of image icon elements (103) disposed relative to each other such that a synthetic image is projected by the image projection system. This synthetic image, along with at least one other image functions as a targeting image. As targeting images (310', 310"), these images are spatially coordinated such that a reward image (350), which is otherwise at least partially hidden, becomes revealed upon the targeting images having a predetermined transformation. This targeting effect functions as a game that attracts the attention of an end-user of high-valued articles of manufacture to which the security device is attached. The security device allows a viewer to actively interact with the security device by trying to turn on the reward image.

Micro-optic security device with interactive dynamic security features

A security device includes an image projection system that includes an array of focusing elements (101) and an array of image icon elements (103) disposed relative to each other such that a synthetic image is projected by the image projection system. This synthetic image, along with at least one other image functions as a targeting image. As targeting images (310', 310"), these images are spatially coordinated such that a reward image (350), which is otherwise at least partially hidden, becomes revealed upon the targeting images having a predetermined transformation. This targeting effect functions as a game that attracts the attention of an end-user of high-valued articles of manufacture to which the security device is attached. The security device allows a viewer to actively interact with the security device by trying to turn on the reward image.

Micro-optic security device with interactive dynamic security features

A security device includes an image projection system that includes an array of focusing elements ( 101 ) and an array of image icon elements ( 103 ) disposed relative to each other such that a synthetic image is projected by the image projection system. This synthetic image, along with at least one other image functions as a targeting image. As targeting images ( 310′, 310 ″), these images are spatially coordinated such that a reward image ( 350 ), which is otherwise at least partially hidden, becomes revealed upon the targeting images having a predetermined transformation. This targeting effect functions as a game that attracts the attention of an end-user of high-valued articles of manufacture to which the security device is attached. The security device allows a viewer to actively interact with the security device by trying to turn on the reward image.

Micro-optic security device with phase aligned image layers

Micro-optic security device with zones of color

A micro-optic security device with zonal color transitions includes a planar array of focusing elements, an image icon layer including a plurality of retaining structures, the plurality of retaining structures defining isolated volumes at a first depth within the image icon layer, a first zone of image icons, the first zone of image icons having a first predefined subset of the plurality of retaining structures, wherein the isolated volumes of retaining structures of the first predefined subset of the plurality of retaining structures contain cured pigmented material of a first color, and a second zone of image icons, the second zone of image icons including a second predefined subset of the plurality of retaining structures, wherein the isolated volumes of retaining structures of the second predefined subset of the plurality of retaining structures contain cured pigmented material of a second color, wherein the second color contrasts with the first color.

Micro-optic security device with zones of color

A micro-optic security device with zonal color transitions includes a planar array of focusing elements, an image icon layer including a plurality of retaining structures, the plurality of retaining structures defining isolated volumes at a first depth within the image icon layer, a first zone of image icons, the first zone of image icons having a first predefined subset of the plurality of retaining structures, wherein the isolated volumes of retaining structures of the first predefined subset of the plurality of retaining structures contain cured pigmented material of a first color, and a second zone of image icons, the second zone of image icons including a second predefined subset of the plurality of retaining structures, wherein the isolated volumes of retaining structures of the second predefined subset of the plurality of retaining structures contain cured pigmented material of a second color, wherein the second color contrasts with the first color.

Micro-optic security device with absolute registration

Fully micro-optic security document

A security document (200) includes a secure substrate (205). The secure substrate includes a viewing side (209) and a backing side (211), and a micro-optic system (305, 321) providing an optically variable effect (OVE) (513) on the viewing side. The security document further includes a protective layer (225), and a mask layer (215) disposed between the protective layer and the backing side of the secure substrate.

Fully micro-optic security document

A security document (200) includes a secure substrate (205). The secure substrate includes a viewing side (209) and a backing side (211), and a micro-optic system (305, 321) providing an optically variable effect (OVE) (513) on the viewing side. The security document further 5 includes a protective layer (225), and a mask layer (215) disposed between the protective layer and the backing side of the secure substrate. FIG. 2 2111 255 200 209 205 259 -Noo -- 23 N225 5 FIG.2 227

Micro-optic security device with interactive dynamic security features

Micro-optic security device with phase aligned image layers

A micro-optic security device (105) includes a planar array of microlenses (305), which are configured to focus light along a plurality of focal paths (610) associated with a viewing angle. The micro-optic security device further includes an icon layer stack (905) disposed along the plurality of focal paths. The icon layer stack includes a first icon layer (620) with volumes of cured material of a first color (613b) and volumes of substantially transparent material at locations outside of focal paths of the first range of viewing angles. The icon layer stack also includes a second icon layer (640) with volumes of substantially transparent cured material at locations along focal paths of the first range of viewing angles, and volumes of cured material of a second color (637a) at locations along focal paths of a second range of viewing angles.

Micro-optic security device with interactive dynamic security features

A security device includes an image projection system that includes an array of focusing elements (101) and an array of image icon elements (103) disposed relative to each other such that a synthetic image is projected by the image projection system. This synthetic image, along with at least one other image functions as a targeting image. As targeting images (310', 310"), these images are spatially coordinated such that a reward image (350), which is otherwise at least partially hidden, becomes revealed upon the targeting images having a predetermined transformation. This targeting effect functions as a game that attracts the attention of an end-user of high-valued articles of manufacture to which the security device is attached. The security device allows a viewer to actively interact with the security device by trying to turn on the reward image.

Micro-optic security device with absolute registration

Micro-optic security device with absolute registration

A micro-optic security device (100) includes a planar array of micro-optic focusing elements (105) and a first arrangement of image icons (120), wherein each image icon (121) of the first arrangement of image icons includes a region of light-cured material. Further, the first arrangement of image icons is visible (320) through the planar array of micro-optic focusing elements across a first predetermined range of viewing angles relative to the micro-optic security device, and the first arrangement of image icons is not visible (360) through the planar array of micro-optic focusing elements across a second predetermined range of viewing angles relative to the micro-optic security device.

Micro-optic security device with interactive dynamic security features

Fully micro-optic security document

A security document (200) includes a secure substrate (205). The secure substrate includes a viewing side (209) and a backing side (211), and a micro-optic system (305, 321) providing an optically variable effect (OVE) (513) on the viewing side. The security document further includes a protective layer (225), and a mask layer (215) disposed between the protective layer and the backing side of the secure substrate.

Security device for projecting a collection of synthetic images

A security device for projecting a collection of synthetic images as well as a computer-implemented method for producing such a security device are provided. The synthetic images may represent different viewpoints of a target object or image that change from one viewpoint image to another viewpoint image as the location of the observer changes relative to the device. The nature of each synthetic image can, however, be completely arbitrary, much like the images that are provided by a display device such as a television or computer monitor. In an exemplary embodiment, a special symmetry is used to generate the synthetic images, which allows the device to be manufactured without regard for registration.