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Kit for obtaining fingerprint impression and method of using same

US5662942A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateApr 15, 1996
Grant dateSep 2, 1997
Priority date
Expiry dateApr 15, 2016

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S264/30
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A kit and method for easily and conveniently obtaining a fingerprint impression which is subsequently used to create an accurate three-dimensional fingerprint replication. The kit comprises at least one finger sleeve, a base material and a catalyst for forming an amount of impression material, and instructions for using the kit to obtain the fingerprint impression using the finger sleeve and the impression material. The invention also comprises a unique finger sleeve adapted for use with the kit to obtain a fingerprint impression.

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