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Bragg diffracting security markers

US9327538B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 5, 2006
Grant dateMay 3, 2016
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Expiry dateMar 6, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB42D2035/20
  • WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A method of marking an article with a watermark that diffracts radiation according to Bragg's law is disclosed. The watermark includes a periodic array of particles fixed in a matrix. The watermark may change colors with viewing angle, disappear and reappear with viewing angle or may diffract non-visible radiation that is detectable at certain angles of detection.

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