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Method and apparatus for making and detecting a document verification indicator using optical pattern encryption

US7699236B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 21, 2005
Grant dateApr 20, 2010
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Expiry dateNov 19, 2028

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06V10/145
  • WIPO fieldControl
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method and apparatus for creating and detecting an optically encoded document having a uniquely designed document verification indicator is disclosed. One embodiment includes applying a spatially varying Brewster angle pattern on a substrate. Another embodiment includes an apparatus for detecting the spatially varying Brewster angle pattern including a light source, a slit aperture, a polarizer, at least one parabolic mirror, and an image capturing device.

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