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Metal smart card with dual interface capability

US10289944B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 8, 2015
Grant dateMay 14, 2019
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Expiry dateJul 8, 2035

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06K19/07773
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A dual interface smart card having a metal layer includes an SC module, with contacts and RF capability, mounted on a plug, formed of non RF impeding material, between the top and bottom surfaces of the metal layer. The plug provides support for the IC module and a degree of electrical insulation and isolation from the metal layer. The resultant card can have contact and contactless operating capability and an entirely smooth external metal surface except for the contacts of the IC module.

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