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Barcodes with security material and readers for same

US11615280B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 31, 2020
Grant dateMar 28, 2023
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Expiry dateSep 22, 2041

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06K19/14
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A secure indicator includes a substrate, a barcode symbol that has a plurality of barcode modules provided on the substrate, and a security material positioned proximate the barcode symbol on the substrate. The security material is configured to be activated by irradiation at one or more predetermined activation wavelengths. Additionally, the barcode symbol is configured to be read (i) before the security material is activated and (ii) while the security material is activated.

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