Laser Etched Security Features for Identification Documents and Methods of Making Same
First Claim
1. An identity document comprising an outer top laminate layer and at least one interior layer, the document conveying both invariant and personalized information, the personalized information particularly corresponding to a particular person to whom the document is issued, wherein at least some of the personalized information is defined by voids that extend into, but not through, the laminate layer, said voids providing a feature that can be felt by touch.
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Abstract
Identification documents employing laser-etched or -engraved features are detailed, together with methods for their manufacture. Tactile effects produced by the laser-processed features may be felt by touch, helping confirm the authenticity of such documents.
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1 Claim
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1. An identity document comprising an outer top laminate layer and at least one interior layer, the document conveying both invariant and personalized information, the personalized information particularly corresponding to a particular person to whom the document is issued, wherein at least some of the personalized information is defined by voids that extend into, but not through, the laminate layer, said voids providing a feature that can be felt by touch.
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