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Labeling and authenticating using a microtag

US9798903B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 19, 2016
Grant dateOct 24, 2017
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Expiry dateOct 19, 2036

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06K19/06159
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An identifier made using a silicon film. The silicon film has a varying optical index of refraction. The varying optical index of refraction reflects one or more spectral peaks when illuminated with light. The one or more spectral peaks includes a reference peak. The silicon film is fragmented and then oxidized.

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