Patent · US Expired

Smart card comprising a removable minicard and method for making same

US6685097B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMar 23, 2001
Grant dateFeb 3, 2004
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Expiry dateMar 23, 2021

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06K19/077
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

The invention concerns a large format smart card having a card body and a minicard connected thereto by at least a strap. The strap includes a first portion arranged on the minicard side and shaped to form an imposed rupture zone for detaching the minicard by pressing with the finger. The strap also has a second portion, arranged on the card body side and capable of forming a hinge.

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