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Illuminated decoder

US7634104B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 18, 2004
Grant dateDec 15, 2009
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Expiry dateNov 6, 2026

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG07D7/206
  • WIPO fieldControl
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An illuminated decoder is disclosed. The illuminated decoder is useful determining genuine items from counterfeit items by decoding encoded images printed on genuine items to reveal an authentication image in low light situations. The illuminated decoder includes a housing, a lens configured for optically decoding encoded images, and at least one light source attached to the housing.

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