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Thermal imaging process and products using image rigidification

US6294308A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateOct 15, 1999
Grant dateSep 25, 2001
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Expiry dateOct 15, 2019

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S430/145
  • WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Improved processes and products for laser thermal imaging are described. These improved processes and products utilize an image rigidification element and significantly reduce halftone dot movement, swath boundary cracking and banding.

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