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Encoding and decoding data in an image for social networking communication

US8462986B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 19, 2011
Grant dateJun 11, 2013
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Expiry dateDec 21, 2031

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06V30/10
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A printed medium comprises an encoded image, the encoded image including a value encoded therein, wherein the value is referenced to at least a marketing database and an associated social networking environment and wherein the value further enables communication through the social networking environment.

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