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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8087698 | Personalizing ID document images A security feature for an identification document comprising a document substrate, a first security feature applied to the document substrate, and an image of a bearer of the identification document transferred over the first security feature. The image includes a k... | 01/03/2012 |
| 8079618 | Hidden image game piece A hidden image game piece is formed on a transparent or translucent substrate which is part of an optical disc (e.g., a CD or DVD). The hidden image can be used to contain a “key” which is required to gain access to the data contained on the optical disc, thereb... | 12/20/2011 |
| 7327217 | Security methods, systems and articles of manufacture An identification badge is shown and includes a washable worker identification badge including a photograph of a worker using the garment, wherein an image from the photograph is sublimated or printed on the badge. In one embodiment the badge includes a security dev... | 02/05/2008 |
| 7320554 | Tuckable cover for a document storage device A document storage device configured to receive a title sheet. The document storage device including a cover having a cover lip and a cover sheet coupled to the cover. The cover sheet is movable between an open position and a closed position such that when the cover... | 01/22/2008 |
| 7309017 | Secure physical documents, and methods and apparatus for publishing and reading them A security document, comprises a printed document and one or more memory circuits adapted to be read wirelessly attached to or incorporated within the printed document, wherein data in the memory circuit is protected from access by an unauthorised reader, and wherei... | 12/18/2007 |
| 7290364 | Non-rectangular shaped credit card with case A non-rectangular or asymmetrically shaped credit card or phone card with an associated case or holder. The card has a configuration that complements the configuration of the case so that the card is easily removed from the holder for access, yet is maintained insid... | 11/06/2007 |
| 7287348 | Information display with insertable typed or printed information strips In a method and system for displaying information on a display mount, at least one one-piece information strip holder is provided having a clear window and first and second parallel channels for receiving a respective information strip. Information is entered onto t... | 10/30/2007 |
| 7204366 | Credit card case with quick-release latch A credit card case or fob with an integrated quick-release latch is provided that may be unclipped readily from a key loop, key chain or other device. The quick-release credit card case includes upper and lower cover portions and a pivot member for connecting the up... | 04/17/2007 |
| 7202970 | Method and system of printing identification card (ID) using an inkjet printer The present invention is embodied in a printing system for printing identification cards with durable full-color images using an inkjet printing device. In general, the present invention provides an inkjet printing device that is used to print images on a plastic id... | 04/10/2007 |
| 7191941 | Systems and methods for determining a need for authorization Authorization verification systems and methods are described that determine whether an authorization check is to be performed at a point of sale or other point of control, and, if the authorization check is to be performed, that check the authorization and that stor... | 03/20/2007 |
| 7193532 | Means and method of providing information to a law enforcement officer regarding a stopped vehicle A law enforcement officer involved in a traffic stop is provided with a compact disc containing data and a software program which permits the officer to obtain information regarding possible hiding places in a vehicle that has been stopped. The information involves ... | 03/20/2007 |
| 7146759 | Two-faced optional mat picture frames This invention discloses composite two faced picture, document and/or other artwork frames, each composed of two separate frames with panes permanently installed on elastomeric pads and fitted to allow pane to pane resilient contact with two sets of displayed materi... | 12/12/2006 |
| 7137337 | Process for the production of cards with images and relative image card A process for the production of image cards including printing of a sheet so as to obtain a printed sheet with a plurality of images disposed in a plurality of windows, overprinting of decorations on said image windows, deposition of a protective layer on said decor... | 11/21/2006 |
| 7113596 | Embedding information related to a subject of an identification document in the identification document The present invention relates to an identification document for a subject. The identification document includes a substrate, and a visual image formed on the substrate. The visual image includes a face image of the subject in a first area, and invisible but retrieva... | 09/26/2006 |
| 7080047 | Website-specific electronic signature containing personalized logo The present invention involves the creation of a website-specific electronic signature containing a personalized logo via a mechanism for on-line assembly of image parts to obtain personalized image. The present invention provides two applications of the website-spe... | 07/18/2006 |
| 7040539 | Negotiable instrument with fraud protection A negotiable instrument with fraud protection and method of use is included. The method having the step accepting a negotiable instrument having a pre-printed bar code and photo identification, and a pre-printed signature. The method also having a step reading the b... | 05/09/2006 |
| 6948271 | Identification and tracking system for deceased bodies An identification system for deceased bodies is disclosed. The system includes an identification tag, such as a band, that is attached to the decedent's body and that cannot be removed without destroying the integrity of the identification tag or mutilating the body... | 09/27/2005 |
| 6929413 | Printer driver log security verification for identification cards The present invention provides a counterfeit resistant ID card where a printed security feature is applied to the ID card at the issuance location at the time the card is issued. Specifically, the present invention provides for a process of producing an ID card havi... | 08/16/2005 |
| 6923368 | Automated system for filling in and delivering offence tickets A system for filling in and delivering offence tickets which includes a portable input device (12) provided to a police officer (10), an offence ticket which is a tamper-resistant, contact-free smart card (14) adapted to be presented in front of... | 08/02/2005 |
| 6857210 | Genetic identification system A genetic identification card having read only memory (ROM) for storing identity related information, a microcircuit, a magnetic recordable strip and an incorporated capsule adapted for storing a biological sample of the individual. The card is waterproof and may in... | 02/22/2005 |
| 6804378 | Methods and products employing biometrics and steganography Digital or analog objects are steganographically encoded with plural bit digital data. The encoding may proceed with reference to biometric data, such as fingerprint or retinal scan data. One application of such technology is to encode identification documents, such... | 10/12/2004 |
| 6780106 | Gaming machine souvenir A system, method and apparatus by which a souvenir that memorializes that which a player was able to accomplish from using a gaming machine can be easily and effectively produced. In a preferred embodiment, the system permits the substance of the souvenir to be sele... | 08/24/2004 |
| 6751589 | Voice-actuated generation of documents containing photographic identification A preferred method for generating a document includes the steps of: providing an applicant with a visual representation, via a visual display device, of at least a portion of a document; prompting an applicant to provide first information corresponding to a first po... | 06/15/2004 |
| 6633321 | Method for recording image information The invention relates to a method for recording image information on a data carrier which has a substrate that can have optically identifiable information written to it by the application of radiation, and an image-carrying area suitable for the applicati... | 10/14/2003 |
| 6585845 | Name badge with digitally produced image thereon A uniquely shaped plate may be transmitted through a card printer designed to print on only a card having a standard size and shape. The plate includes a laminate including a card having a sheet of backing material affixed thereto, preferably by an easy r... | 07/01/2003 |
| 6546112 | Security document with steganographically-encoded authentication data Security of a document is enhanced by steganographically embedding, within a graphic on the document, data that can be used in conjunction with text on the document to authenticate the document.... | 04/08/2003 |
| 6544697 | Mouldable photographic material A mouldable photographic material is made up from a thermoplastic base sheet, and a primer coating which provides the key for a photographic emulsion layer. Following exposure and development, a thermoplastic foil is laid over the emulsion layer and bonde... | 04/08/2003 |
| 6491297 | Method for increasing likelihood of locating sought individuals including missing persons or wanted individuals by providing pictures of the sought individuals on lottery game cards A method of increasing likelihood of locating sought individuals, including missing persons or wanted individuals by stimulating public awareness through the dissemination of pictures and other data or indicia (12) of such individuals on lottery game card... | 12/10/2002 |
| 6318757 | Integrated dual-laminate identification card in a form and method of making the card A carrier sheet has a detachable totally laminatable card integrally formed therewith. A clear plastic film patch having two thin plastic film sheets laminated together by an adhesive therebetween and a release coating, is glued to the back of the sheet i... | 11/20/2001 |
| 6264782 | Print with hologram and process for producing the same A print with a hologram, such as an ID card, including a transferred image including a transferred sublimable dye image of a full color using sublimable dye inks, and a hologram and the like laminated on the transferred image for security purposes. Even w... | 07/24/2001 |
| 6260886 | Device for displaying and/or transporting an item This invention relates to a device for displaying and/or transporting an item, where the device comprises a transparent front that forms a sealable pocket with a substantially solid surface, such as a card.... | 07/17/2001 |
| 6227573 | Personalized keepsake article of manufacture A photograph-personalized card for seating attendees at a social function, such as a restaurant sit-down retirement dinner, in which the cards are positioned at the possible 2-5 tables being used for the occasion, and thus distinguishes these tables from ... | 05/08/2001 |
| 6224109 | Credit card with driver's license or identification A credit card with driver's license for providing credit to an individual, information regarding the individual and proof of registration to operate a motor vehicle on a single form of identification. The credit card with driver's license includes a semi ... | 05/01/2001 |
| 6220327 | Apparatus for automated printing and assembly of passport booklets An identification booklet including a backing and a printed cover film having identification indicia printed thereon is automatically printed and assembled by an apparatus including means for holding the booklet in an open position with the backing expose... | 04/24/2001 |
| 6116654 | Registration form The invention relates to a registration form (1) for the registration of one or more particulars of a person or an object and of an identification means of that person or object, and for coupling the particulars and the identification mark to a registrati... | 09/12/2000 |
| 6106020 | Fraud prevention method and system A method for preventing fraudulent use of a document which is intended to be used by a designated individual, by the steps of, digitally photographing the face of an individual who has possession of the document to form a digital representation of the fac... | 08/22/2000 |
| 6042005 | Personal identification and promotional system using personal and medical information A personal identification system for children that includes two forms of identification. An identification card carried by the user contains the user's personal and medical information in an electronic medium. The identification card includes photographs ... | 03/28/2000 |
| 6037028 | Prelaminate A prelaminate has a plurality of layers intended for collective insertion in a mutually fixed spatial relation into the pinch between optionally heated, co-acting pressure rollers. The prelaminate includes a carrier layer, a first glue layer arranged ther... | 03/14/2000 |
| 5984366 | Unalterable self-verifying articles Disclosed are methods, systems and articles of manufacture for creating and authenticating self-verifying articles. Self-verifying articles include, for example, commercial instruments (i.e., notes, drafts, checks, bearer paper, etc.), transaction cards (... | 11/16/1999 |
| 5979941 | Linkage identification system An identification and information system for establishing a nexus between discrete entities includes primary and secondary information regarding primary and secondary entities borne by primary and secondary information means. The primary and secondary inf... | 11/09/1999 |
