Image presentation and micro-optic security system
US8144399B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 22, 2008 |
| Grant date | Mar 27, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 22, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB42D2035/44
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An image presentation system employing microstructured icon elements to form an image. In one form a synthetic optical image system is provided that includes an array of focusing elements, and an image system that includes or is formed from an array or pattern of microstructured icon elements, such as those described below, wherein the microstructured icon elements are designed to collectively form an image or certain desired information, and wherein the array of focusing elements and the image system cooperate, for example through optical coupling, to form a synthetic optical image which image may optionally be magnified. In another form an image presentation system is provided that includes or is formed from an array or pattern of microstructured icon elements, such as those described below, wherein the microstructured icon elements are designed to collectively form an image or certain selected information, and wherein the image system is designed to stand alone and be the image viewed or the information read by use of a magnifying device, such as a magnifying glass or microscope, that is provided separately from the image system.
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