Method of producing maps and other objects configured for presentation of spatially-related layers of data
US7342722B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 5, 2006 |
| Grant date | Mar 11, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 5, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41M3/02
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method of fabricating maps and other objects presenting multiple sets of spatially related information. Spatial alignment data, such as geographical boundaries is selected. First and second images are created by aligning or mapping first and second sets of information to the spatial alignment data. A lens sheet or lenticular material is fabricated, and based on the lens sheet configuration, the first and second images are combined to create an interlaced image including alternating strips from the first and second images. The interlaced image is printed on a substrate or the reverse side of the lens sheet, and the substrate is bonded to the lens sheet such that the interlaced image is sandwiched between the lens sheet and substrate. The first image is visible when the map or object is in a first position and the second image when the map or object is rotated to a second position.
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