Card with embedded image
US10479130B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 24, 2009 |
| Grant date | Nov 19, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 14, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T428/24529
- WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The invention includes a method for forming a card with an embedded three dimensional (3-D) image and the resultant card formed by the method. The method includes forming a first assembly which includes a layer of deformable material and an overlying layer of pattern conforming material. An engraved laminating plate is applied to the deformable layer during an engraving and laminating step applied to the first sub-assembly under predetermined pressure and selected temperature conditions for embossing the deformable layer with a well defined and sharp pattern. Then, a second assembly including a pattern conforming layer is laminated with the first assembly to embed and secure the pattern between the two conformable layers.
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