Abstract

Metal transaction cards and methods of making metal transaction cards are disclosed. One metal transaction card includes at least one metal layer and an inlay layer comprising a biometric sensor and one or more payment interface components configured to interface with a card reader, a secure element configured to exchange information with the card reader pursuant to processing a financial transaction, and at least one logic component connected to the biometric sensor. The logic component is configured to compare information detected by the biometric sensor to stored information and to enable processing of the financial transaction only upon a detected match between the detected and stored information.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• B32B 15/04 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising metal as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06Q 20/40 - Authorisation, e.g. identification of payer or payee, verification of customer or shop credentialsReview and approval of payers, e.g. check of credit lines or negative lists
• G06V 40/12 - Fingerprints or palmprints
• G06V 40/13 - Sensors therefor

Abstract

A transaction card having a metal layer, an opening in the metal layer for a transponder chip, and at least one discontinuity extending from an origin on the card periphery to a terminus in the opening. The card has a greater flex resistance than a card having a comparative discontinuity with the terminus and the origin the same distance from a line defined by a first long side of the card periphery in an absence of one or more strengthening features. One of the terminus or the origin are located relatively closer to a first long side of the card periphery than the other and the discontinuity includes at least two changes in direction of 90 degrees or more, at least one change in direction having a curved geometry, or a combination thereof. The discontinuity is optically visible from at least one surface of the card.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/02 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the selection of materials, e.g. to avoid wear during transport through the machine
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips

Abstract

A transaction card having a partial glass layer including an interior glass member connected to a non-glass frame. The frame defines opposite planar surfaces, has an outer periphery coextensive with the outer periphery of the card, and has a frame inner periphery spaced radially inward from the frame outer periphery. The frame inner periphery defines an interior area occupied by the glass member. The transaction card further includes at least one additional layer having a periphery coextensive with the periphery of the card, and a payment module configured for contactless operation or dual interface contact/contactless operation.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/02 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the selection of materials, e.g. to avoid wear during transport through the machine
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

Abstract

A transaction card having an injection-molded metal layer. At least one through-hole extends from the top surface to the bottom surface of the metal layer and has an inner periphery located entirely inside the outer periphery of the metal layer. A discontinuity extends from the top surface to the bottom surface of the metal layer and from the periphery of the metal layer to the inner periphery of the through-hole. The discontinuity may comprise a void or a non-metal fill component such as ceramic or glass. A process for making such a card may include creating the metal layer with a void and then overmolding the metal layer with a non-metal layer, such as plastic.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/02 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the selection of materials, e.g. to avoid wear during transport through the machine
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

Abstract

1 ABSTRACT 2 A transaction card having a discontinuous metal stratum with a desired degree of 3 electrical eddy current disruption disposed on a surface of a first layer, such as a glass or 4 other transparent layer. A transaction module disposed in the first layer is electrically 5 isolated from the discontinuous metal stratum. The discontinuous metal stratum may 6 include a plurality of isolated metal features that form a halftone pattern, such as a pattern 7 that is visibly opaque to the naked eye. 8 CPST Doc: 1379-2669-1087.1

IPC Classes  ?

• B42D 25/305 - Associated digital information
• B42D 25/351 - Translucent or partly translucent parts, e.g. windows
• B42D 25/36 - Identification or security features, e.g. for preventing forgery comprising special materials
• B42D 25/373 - Metallic materials
• G06K 19/02 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the selection of materials, e.g. to avoid wear during transport through the machine

Abstract

A transaction card includes at least one metal layer having one or more apertures therein. A light guide is disposed beneath the metal layer. The light guide has a light output and a light input. The light output is positioned to transmit light through at least the one or more apertures of the metal layer. At least one LED is positioned to transmit light into the light input of the light guide.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/06 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the kind of the digital marking, e.g. shape, nature, code

Abstract

Cards made in accordance with the invention include a specially treated thin decorative layer attached to a thick core layer of metal or ceramic material, where the thin decorative layer is designed to provide selected color(s) and/or selected texture(s) to a surface of the metal cards. Decorative layers for use in practicing the invention include: (a) an anodized metal layer; or (b) a layer of material derived from plant or animal matter (e.g., wood, leather); or (c) an assortment of aggregate binder material (e.g., cement, mortar, epoxies) mixed with laser reactive materials (e.g., finely divided carbon); or (d) a ceramic layer; and (e) a layer of crystal fabric material. The cards may be dual interface smart cards which can be read in a contactless manner and/or via contacts.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• B32B 3/04 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by features of form at particular places, e.g. in edge regions characterised by a layer folded at the edge, e.g. over another layer
• B32B 3/08 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by features of form at particular places, e.g. in edge regions characterised by added members at particular parts
• B32B 3/14 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a discontinuous layer, i.e. apertured or formed of separate pieces of material characterised by a face layer formed of separate pieces of material
• B32B 3/30 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a particular shape of the outline of the cross-section of a continuous layerLayered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a layer with cavities or internal voids characterised by a layer formed with recesses or projections, e.g. grooved, ribbed
• B32B 7/12 - Interconnection of layers using interposed adhesives or interposed materials with bonding properties
• B32B 9/00 - Layered products essentially comprising a particular substance not covered by groups
• B32B 9/02 - Layered products essentially comprising a particular substance not covered by groups comprising animal or vegetable substances
• B32B 9/04 - Layered products essentially comprising a particular substance not covered by groups comprising such substance as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance
• B32B 13/04 - Layered products essentially comprising a water-setting substance, e.g. concrete, plaster, asbestos cement, or like builders' material comprising such substances as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance
• B32B 13/06 - Layered products essentially comprising a water-setting substance, e.g. concrete, plaster, asbestos cement, or like builders' material comprising such substances as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of metal
• B32B 13/12 - Layered products essentially comprising a water-setting substance, e.g. concrete, plaster, asbestos cement, or like builders' material comprising such substances as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin
• B32B 15/04 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising metal as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance
• B32B 15/08 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising metal as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin
• B32B 15/10 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising metal as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of wood
• B32B 15/14 - Layered products essentially comprising metal next to a fibrous or filamentary layer
• B32B 15/20 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising aluminium or copper
• B32B 21/00 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board
• B32B 21/04 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance
• B32B 21/08 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resinLayered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of fibre-reinforced resin
• B32B 21/14 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood board or veneer
• B32B 27/08 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin as the main or only constituent of a layer next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin of a different kind
• B32B 27/12 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin next to a fibrous or filamentary layer
• B32B 27/18 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin characterised by the use of special additives
• B32B 27/36 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising polyesters
• B32B 27/38 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising epoxy resins
• B32B 33/00 - Layered products characterised by particular properties or particular surface features, e.g. particular surface coatingsLayered products designed for particular purposes not covered by another single class
• B32B 37/12 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by using adhesives
• B32B 37/18 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by the properties of the layers with all layers existing as coherent layers before laminating involving the assembly of discrete sheets or panels only
• B32B 38/00 - Ancillary operations in connection with laminating processes
• B32B 38/06 - Embossing
• B32B 38/10 - Removing layers, or parts of layers, mechanically or chemically
• B32B 38/14 - Printing or colouring
• C25D 3/46 - ElectroplatingBaths therefor from solutions of silver
• C25D 3/48 - ElectroplatingBaths therefor from solutions of gold
• C25D 3/50 - ElectroplatingBaths therefor from solutions of platinum group metals
• C25D 5/02 - Electroplating of selected surface areas
• C25D 7/00 - Electroplating characterised by the article coated
• C25D 11/04 - Anodisation of aluminium or alloys based thereon
• C25D 11/08 - Anodisation of aluminium or alloys based thereon characterised by the electrolytes used containing inorganic acids
• C25D 11/18 - After-treatment, e.g. pore-sealing
• C25D 11/24 - Chemical after-treatment
• C25D 11/26 - Anodisation of refractory metals or alloys based thereon
• C25D 11/34 - Anodisation of metals or alloys not provided for in groups
• G06K 19/02 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the selection of materials, e.g. to avoid wear during transport through the machine

Abstract

A transaction card includes at least one metal layer having one or more apertures therein. A light guide is disposed beneath the metal layer. The light guide has a light output and a light input. The light output is positioned to transmit light through at least the one or more apertures of the metal layer. At least one LED is positioned to transmit light into the light guide light input

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• B32B 3/30 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a particular shape of the outline of the cross-section of a continuous layerLayered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a layer with cavities or internal voids characterised by a layer formed with recesses or projections, e.g. grooved, ribbed
• B32B 9/00 - Layered products essentially comprising a particular substance not covered by groups
• B32B 15/04 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising metal as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance
• B32B 37/18 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by the properties of the layers with all layers existing as coherent layers before laminating involving the assembly of discrete sheets or panels only
• B32B 38/00 - Ancillary operations in connection with laminating processes
• B42D 25/22 - Information-bearing cards or sheet-like structures characterised by identification or security featuresManufacture thereof characterised by a particular use or purpose for use in combination with accessories specially adapted for information-bearing cards
• B42D 25/328 - Diffraction gratingsHolograms
• B42D 25/346 - Perforations
• B42D 25/351 - Translucent or partly translucent parts, e.g. windows
• B42D 25/373 - Metallic materials
• B42D 25/455 - Associating two or more layers using heat
• B42D 25/46 - Associating two or more layers using pressure
• B42D 25/475 - Cutting cards
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• F21V 33/00 - Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for
• F21Y 115/10 - Light-emitting diodes [LED]
• G06Q 20/34 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using cards, e.g. integrated circuit [IC] cards or magnetic cards

Abstract

A transaction card having a metal layer, an opening in the metal layer for a transponder chip, and at least one discontinuity extending from an origin on the card periphery to a terminus in the opening. The card has a greater flex resistance than a card having a comparative discontinuity with the terminus and the origin the same distance from a line defined by a first long side of the card periphery in an absence of one or more strengthening features. Strengthening features include a discontinuity wherein one of the terminus or the origin are located relatively closer to the first long side of the card periphery than the other, a plurality of discontinuities wherein fewer than all extend from the card periphery to the opening, a self-supporting, non-metal layer disposed on at least one surface of the card, or one or more ceramic reinforcing tabs surrounding the opening.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/02 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the selection of materials, e.g. to avoid wear during transport through the machine
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips

Abstract

A transaction card having a partial glass layer including an interior glass member connected to a non-glass frame. The frame defines opposite planar surfaces, has an outer periphery coextensive with the outer periphery of the card, and has a frame inner periphery spaced radially inward from the frame outer periphery. The frame inner periphery defines an interior area occupied by the glass member. The transaction card further includes at least one additional layer having a periphery coextensive with the periphery of the card, and a payment module configured for contactless operation or dual interface contact/contactless operation.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

Abstract

A transaction card having a discontinuous metal stratum with a desired degree of electrical eddy current disruption disposed on a surface of a first layer, such as a glass or other transparent layer. A transaction module disposed in the first layer is electrically isolated from the discontinuous metal stratum. The discontinuous metal stratum may include a plurality of isolated metal features that form a halftone pattern, such as a pattern that is visibly opaque to the naked eye.

IPC Classes  ?

• B42D 25/373 - Metallic materials
• B42D 25/305 - Associated digital information
• B42D 25/351 - Translucent or partly translucent parts, e.g. windows
• G06K 19/04 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the shape
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

Goods & Services

Blank integrated circuit cards; Blank electronic chip cards; Blank smart cards; Radio frequency identification (RFID) credentials, namely, cards and tags for radio frequency identification credentials; Cards encoded with security features for identification purposes and for user authentication; Smart cards and smart security token hardware encoded with programming used to store, generate, and display personal identification and authentication data, personal identification numbers, public key infrastructure (PKI) certificates, cryptographic keys, and encryption keys; Authentication security token hardware and recorded software sold as a unit for authentication of electronic payment transactions and identification of individuals

Goods & Services

Blank integrated circuit cards; blank electronic chip cards; blank smart cards; radio frequency identification (RFID) credentials, namely, cards and tags; cards encoded with security features for identification purposes.

Abstract

A dual interface transaction card includes a metal card body having first and second surfaces. A contact-only transaction module is secured in the card body, the contact-only transaction module including contact pads disposed on the first surface of the card body and including a first transaction circuit. A contactless transaction module is secured in a void in the metal card body. The contactless transaction module includes a second transaction circuit and an antenna. Also disclosed is a process for manufacturing the dual interface transaction card. The process includes the steps of constructing a metal card body having the first and second surfaces, securing the contact-only transaction module in the metal card body, forming the void in the metal card body, and securing the contactless transaction module in the void.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/06 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the kind of the digital marking, e.g. shape, nature, code
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

Abstract

Metal transaction cards and methods of making metal transaction cards are disclosed. One metal transaction card includes at least one metal layer and an inlay layer comprising a biometric sensor and one or more payment interface components configured to interface with a card reader, a secure element configured to exchange information with the card reader pursuant to processing a financial transaction, and at least one logic component connected to the biometric sensor. The logic component is configured to compare information detected by the biometric sensor to stored information and to enable processing of the financial transaction only upon a detected match between the detected and stored information.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• B32B 15/04 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising metal as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06Q 20/40 - Authorisation, e.g. identification of payer or payee, verification of customer or shop credentialsReview and approval of payers, e.g. check of credit lines or negative lists
• G06V 40/12 - Fingerprints or palmprints
• G06V 40/13 - Sensors therefor

Abstract

A process for manufacturing a transaction card includes forming an opening in a card body of the transaction card; inserting an electronic component into the opening; and disposing a non-conductive material about the electronic component. A transaction card includes a molded electronic component.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

Goods & Services

(1) Blank integrated circuit cards; blank electronic chip cards; blank smart cards; radio frequency identification (RFID) credentials, namely, cards and tags; cards encoded with security features for identification purposes.

Abstract

Systems, methods, transaction cards, mobile devices, processors, and computer memory programmed with machine-readable instructions, for providing a dynamic Card Verification Value (dCVV) to a user of a transaction card. A mobile device associated with the user and with the transaction card initiates a non-payment near field communication (NFC) with the transaction card, receives a message from the transaction card in the non-payment NFC communication, transmits a prompt to an IP address or web address over a global computer information network, and receives a secure communication from containing the dCVV from a server accessible from the IP address or web address in response to the prompt. The dCVV code is then provided to the user. In embodiments, the non-payment NFC may be initiated via a card tap, a user interface, or a communication from a website.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06Q 20/40 - Authorisation, e.g. identification of payer or payee, verification of customer or shop credentialsReview and approval of payers, e.g. check of credit lines or negative lists
• G06Q 20/34 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using cards, e.g. integrated circuit [IC] cards or magnetic cards
• G06Q 20/32 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using wireless devices
• G06Q 20/02 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols involving a neutral third party, e.g. certification authority, notary or trusted third party [TTP]

Abstract

A transaction card having a partial glass layer including an interior glass member connected to a non-glass frame. The frame defines opposite planar surfaces, has an outer periphery coextensive with the outer periphery of the card, and has a frame inner periphery spaced radially inward from the frame outer periphery. The frame inner periphery defines an interior area occupied by the glass member. The transaction card further includes at least one additional layer having a periphery coextensive with the periphery of the card, and a payment module configured for contactless operation or dual interface contact/contactless operation.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

Abstract

A transaction card having a metal layer, an opening in the metal layer for a transponder chip, and at least one discontinuity extending from an origin on the card periphery to a terminus in the opening. The card has a greater flex resistance than a card having a comparative discontinuity with the terminus and the origin the same distance from a line defined by a first long side of the card periphery in an absence of one or more strengthening features. Strengthening features include a discontinuity wherein one of the terminus or the origin are located relatively closer to the first long side of the card periphery than the other, a plurality of discontinuities wherein fewer than all extend from the card periphery to the opening, a self-supporting, non-metal layer disposed on at least one surface of the card, or one or more ceramic reinforcing tabs surrounding the opening.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/06 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the kind of the digital marking, e.g. shape, nature, code
• G06K 19/02 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the selection of materials, e.g. to avoid wear during transport through the machine
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

Goods & Services

Blank integrated circuit cards; blank electronic chip cards; blank smart cards; radio frequency identification (RFID) credentials, namely, cards and tags; cards encoded with security features for identification purposes

Abstract

A transaction card includes at least one metal layer having one or more apertures therein. A light guide is disposed beneath the metal layer. The light guide has a light output and a light input. The light output is positioned to transmit light through at least the one or more apertures of the metal layer. At least one LED is positioned to transmit light into the light input of the light guide.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/06 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the kind of the digital marking, e.g. shape, nature, code

Abstract

A transaction card having a discontinuous metal stratum with a desired degree of electrical eddy current disruption disposed on a surface of a first layer, such as a glass or other transparent layer. A transaction module disposed in the first layer is electrically isolated from the discontinuous metal stratum. The discontinuous metal stratum may include a plurality of isolated metal features that form a halftone pattern, such as a pattern that is visibly opaque to the naked eye.

IPC Classes  ?

• B42D 25/373 - Metallic materials
• B42D 25/305 - Associated digital information
• B42D 25/351 - Translucent or partly translucent parts, e.g. windows
• G06K 19/04 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the shape
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

Goods & Services

Radio frequency identification credentials, namely, electronic cards and tags configured for use as credit cards, debit cards, smart cards, RFID cards, gift cards, loyalty cards, membership cards, retail cards, check cards, transaction cards, or casino cards Manufacturing services for others of electronic RFID cards and tags configured for use as credit cards, debit cards, smart cards, RFID cards, gift cards, loyalty cards, membership cards, retail cards, check cards, transaction cards, or casino cards; Manufacturing services for others of cards encoded with security features for identification purposes and radio frequency identification (RFID) credentials, namely, electronic cards and tags configured for use as credit cards, debit cards, smart cards, RFID cards, gift cards, loyalty cards, membership cards, retail cards, check cards, transaction cards, or casino cards

Abstract

A process for manufacturing a transaction card includes forming an opening in a card body of the transaction card; inserting an electronic component into the opening; and disposing a non-conductive material about the electronic component. A transaction card includes a molded electronic component.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

Abstract

A transaction card having a metal layer, an opening in the metal layer for a transponder chip, and at least one discontinuity extending from an origin on the card periphery to a terminus in the opening. The card has a greater flex resistance than a card having a comparative discontinuity with the terminus and the origin the same distance from a line defined by a first long side of the card periphery in an absence of one or more strengthening features. Strengthening features include a discontinuity wherein one of the terminus or the origin are located relatively closer to the first long side of the card periphery than the other, a plurality of discontinuities wherein fewer than all extend from the card periphery to the opening, a self-supporting, non-metal layer disposed on at least one surface of the card, or one or more ceramic reinforcing tabs surrounding the opening.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/06 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the kind of the digital marking, e.g. shape, nature, code
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/02 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the selection of materials, e.g. to avoid wear during transport through the machine
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips

Goods & Services

Blank integrated circuit cards; Blank electronic chip cards; Blank smart cards; Radio frequency identification (RFID) credentials, namely, cards and tags for radio frequency identification credentials; Cards encoded with security features for identification and authentication; Smart cards and smart hardware tokens encoded with program instructions used to store, generate or use, personal identification or authentication data, personal identification numbers, PKI certificates, cryptographic keys and encryption keys; Authentication security token hardware and downloadable or recorded software for authentication of transactions or identification of individuals Blank cards, namely, non-magnetically-encoded and non-electronically-coded cards for personalization and use as credit cards, debit cards, gift cards, loyalty cards, identification cards, membership cards, retail cards, check cards, transaction cards, or casino cards; Printed materials, namely, authentication cards

Abstract

Systems, methods, transaction cards, mobile devices, processors, and computer memory programmed with machine-readable instructions, for providing a dynamic Card Verification Value (dCVV) to a user of a transaction card. A mobile device associated with the user and with the transaction card initiates a non-payment near field communication (NFC) with the transaction card, receives a message from the transaction card in the non-payment NFC communication, transmits a prompt to an IP address or web address over a global computer information network, and receives a secure communication from containing the dCVV from a server accessible from the IP address or web address in response to the prompt. The dCVV code is then provided to the user. In embodiments, the non-payment NFC may be initiated via a card tap, a user interface, or a communication from a website.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06Q 20/32 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using wireless devices
• G06Q 20/34 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using cards, e.g. integrated circuit [IC] cards or magnetic cards

Abstract

Systems, methods, transaction cards, mobile devices, processors, and computer memory programmed with machine-readable instructions, for providing a dynamic Card Verification Value (dCVV) to a user of a transaction card. A mobile device associated with the user and with the transaction card initiates a non-payment near field communication (NFC) with the transaction card, receives a message from the transaction card in the non-payment NFC communication, transmits a prompt to an IP address or web address over a global computer information network, and receives a secure communication from containing the dCVV from a server accessible from the IP address or web address in response to the prompt. The dCVV code is then provided to the user. In embodiments, the non-payment NFC may be initiated via a card tap, a user interface, or a communication from a website.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06Q 20/34 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using cards, e.g. integrated circuit [IC] cards or magnetic cards
• G06Q 20/32 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using wireless devices

Abstract

A transaction card having a partial glass layer including an interior glass member connected to a non-glass frame. The frame defines opposite planar surfaces, has an outer periphery coextensive with the outer periphery of the card, and has a frame inner periphery spaced radially inward from the frame outer periphery. The frame inner periphery defines an interior area occupied by the glass member. The transaction card further includes at least one additional layer having a periphery coextensive with the periphery of the card, and a payment module configured for contactless operation or dual interface contact/ contactless operation.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/02 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the selection of materials, e.g. to avoid wear during transport through the machine
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

Abstract

A transaction card having a partial glass layer including an interior glass member connected to a non-glass frame. The frame defines opposite planar surfaces, has an outer periphery coextensive with the outer periphery of the card, and has a frame inner periphery spaced radially inward from the frame outer periphery. The frame inner periphery defines an interior area occupied by the glass member. The transaction card further includes at least one additional layer having a periphery coextensive with the periphery of the card, and a payment module configured for contactless operation or dual interface contact/ contactless operation.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/02 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the selection of materials, e.g. to avoid wear during transport through the machine

Abstract

A transaction card includes at least one metal layer having one or more apertures therein. A light guide is disposed beneath the metal layer. The light guide has a light output and a light input. The light output is positioned to transmit light through at least the one or more apertures of the metal layer. At least one LED is positioned to transmit light into the light guide light input.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• B32B 3/30 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a particular shape of the outline of the cross-section of a continuous layerLayered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a layer with cavities or internal voids characterised by a layer formed with recesses or projections, e.g. grooved, ribbed
• B32B 9/00 - Layered products essentially comprising a particular substance not covered by groups
• B32B 15/04 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising metal as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance
• B32B 37/18 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by the properties of the layers with all layers existing as coherent layers before laminating involving the assembly of discrete sheets or panels only
• B32B 38/00 - Ancillary operations in connection with laminating processes
• B42D 25/22 - Information-bearing cards or sheet-like structures characterised by identification or security featuresManufacture thereof characterised by a particular use or purpose for use in combination with accessories specially adapted for information-bearing cards
• B42D 25/328 - Diffraction gratingsHolograms
• B42D 25/346 - Perforations
• B42D 25/351 - Translucent or partly translucent parts, e.g. windows
• B42D 25/373 - Metallic materials
• B42D 25/455 - Associating two or more layers using heat
• B42D 25/46 - Associating two or more layers using pressure
• B42D 25/475 - Cutting cards
• F21V 8/00 - Use of light guides, e.g. fibre optic devices, in lighting devices or systems
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• F21V 33/00 - Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for
• F21Y 115/10 - Light-emitting diodes [LED]
• G06Q 20/34 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using cards, e.g. integrated circuit [IC] cards or magnetic cards

Abstract

A transaction card, and processes for the manufacture thereof, having a core layer, optionally, one or more layers or coatings over the core layer, and at least one of a magnetic stripe, a machine readable code, and a payment module chip disposed in or on the card and suitable for rendering the card operable for conducting a transaction. The core layer comprises a metal-doped cured epoxy comprised of metal particles distributed in a binder consisting essentially of a cured, polymerized epoxy resin, the core comprising greater than 50%, preferably greater than 75%, and more preferably greater than 90%, of the weight and/or volume of the card. In some embodiments, the core includes a metal insert enveloped with the metal-doped curable epoxy, wherein the periphery of the epoxy extends beyond the periphery of the metal insert and has material properties more conducive to cutting or punching than the metal insert.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/02 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the selection of materials, e.g. to avoid wear during transport through the machine
• B42D 25/373 - Metallic materials
• B42D 25/45 - Associating two or more layers
• B29C 35/02 - Heating or curing, e.g. crosslinking or vulcanising
• G06K 19/06 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the kind of the digital marking, e.g. shape, nature, code
• B29K 63/00 - Use of epoxy resins as moulding material
• B29K 503/06 - Metal powders, metal carbides or the like

Abstract

A dual interface transaction card includes a metal card body having first and second surfaces. A contact-only transaction module is secured in the card body, the contact-only transaction module including contact pads disposed on the first surface of the card body and including a first transaction circuit. A contactless transaction module is secured in a void in the metal card body. The contactless transaction module includes a second transaction circuit and an antenna. Also disclosed is a process for manufacturing the dual interface transaction card. The process includes the steps of constructing a metal card body having the first and second surfaces, securing the contact-only transaction module in the metal card body, forming the void in the metal card body, and securing the contactless transaction module in the void.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/06 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the kind of the digital marking, e.g. shape, nature, code
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

Abstract

A transaction card having a discontinuous metal stratum (14) with a desired degree of electrical eddy current disruption disposed on a surface of a first layer (12), such as a glass or other transparent layer. A transaction module (16) disposed in the first layer is electrically isolated from the discontinuous metal stratum. The discontinuous metal stratum may include a plurality of isolated metal features (15) that form a halftone pattern, such as a pattern that is visibly opaque to the naked eye.

IPC Classes  ?

• B42D 25/305 - Associated digital information
• B42D 25/351 - Translucent or partly translucent parts, e.g. windows
• B42D 25/36 - Identification or security features, e.g. for preventing forgery comprising special materials
• B42D 25/373 - Metallic materials

Abstract

A transaction card having a discontinuous metal stratum (14) with a desired degree of electrical eddy current disruption disposed on a surface of a first layer (12), such as a glass or other transparent layer. A transaction module (16) disposed in the first layer is electrically isolated from the discontinuous metal stratum. The discontinuous metal stratum may include a plurality of isolated metal features (15) that form a halftone pattern, such as a pattern that is visibly opaque to the naked eye.

IPC Classes  ?

• B42D 25/305 - Associated digital information
• B42D 25/351 - Translucent or partly translucent parts, e.g. windows
• B42D 25/36 - Identification or security features, e.g. for preventing forgery comprising special materials
• B42D 25/373 - Metallic materials
• G06K 19/02 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the selection of materials, e.g. to avoid wear during transport through the machine

Abstract

A transaction or identification card has a width, a length, and at least one planar surface extending across the width and length. The card includes a dynamic feature including an actuator having an inactivated position and an activated position, wherein the inactivated position has at least one reversible difference from the activated position relative to the planar surface of the card.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips

Abstract

A transaction device includes a metal layer with one or more discontinuities in the metal layer. Each discontinuity comprises a gap in the metal layer extending from the front surface to the back surface, including at least one discontinuity that defines a path from the device periphery to the opening. A transponder chip module is disposed in the opening. A booster antenna is in communication with the transponder chip module. The device may include at least one fiber-reinforced epoxy laminate material layer. The transponder chip module and the booster antenna may comprise components in a payment circuit, with the metal layer electrically isolated from the payment circuit. The booster antenna may be formed on or embedded in the fiber-reinforced epoxy laminate material layer. Processes for manufacturing transaction devices including a metal layer with one or more fiber-reinforced epoxy laminate material layers are also disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/02 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the selection of materials, e.g. to avoid wear during transport through the machine
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

Abstract

A transaction device includes a metal layer with one or more discontinuities in the metal layer. Each discontinuity comprises a gap in the metal layer extending from the front surface to the back surface, including at least one discontinuity that defines a path from the device periphery to the opening. A transponder chip module is disposed in the opening. A booster antenna is in communication with the transponder chip module. The device may include at least one fiber-reinforced epoxy laminate material layer. The transponder chip module and the booster antenna may comprise components in a payment circuit, with the metal layer electrically isolated from the payment circuit. The booster antenna may be formed on or embedded in the fiber-reinforced epoxy laminate material layer. Processes for manufacturing transaction devices including a metal layer with one or more fiber-reinforced epoxy laminate material layers are also disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/02 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the selection of materials, e.g. to avoid wear during transport through the machine

Abstract

A transaction card (1900) includes at least one metal layer (1910) having one or more apertures (1920, 1930) therein. A light guide (1933) is disposed beneath the metal layer. The light guide has a light output and a light input. The light output is positioned to transmit light through at least the one or more apertures of the metal layer. At least one LED (1935) is positioned to transmit light into the light guide light input.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/02 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the selection of materials, e.g. to avoid wear during transport through the machine
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

Abstract

A transaction card (1900) includes at least one metal layer (1910) having one or more apertures (1920, 1930) therein. A light guide (1933) is disposed beneath the metal layer. The light guide has a light output and a light input. The light output is positioned to transmit light through at least the one or more apertures of the metal layer. At least one LED (1935) is positioned to transmit light into the light guide light input.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/02 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the selection of materials, e.g. to avoid wear during transport through the machine
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

Abstract

A transaction card includes at least one metal layer having one or more apertures therein. A light guide is disposed beneath the metal layer. The light guide has a light output and a light input. The light output is positioned to transmit light through at least the one or more apertures of the metal layer. At least one LED is positioned to transmit light into the light input of the light guide.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/06 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the kind of the digital marking, e.g. shape, nature, code

Abstract

Cards made in accordance with the invention include a specially treated thin decorative layer attached to a thick core layer of metal or ceramic material, where the thin decorative layer is designed to provide selected color(s) and/or selected texture(s) to a surface of the metal cards. Decorative layers for use in practicing the invention include: (a) an anodized metal layer; or (b) a layer of material derived from plant or animal matter (e.g., wood, leather); or (c) an assortment of aggregate binder material (e.g., cement, mortar, epoxies) mixed with laser reactive materials (e.g., finely divided carbon); or (d) a ceramic layer; and (e) a layer of crystal fabric material. The cards may be dual interface smart cards which can be read in a contactless manner and/or via contacts.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• B32B 3/04 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by features of form at particular places, e.g. in edge regions characterised by a layer folded at the edge, e.g. over another layer
• B32B 3/08 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by features of form at particular places, e.g. in edge regions characterised by added members at particular parts
• B32B 3/14 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a discontinuous layer, i.e. apertured or formed of separate pieces of material characterised by a face layer formed of separate pieces of material
• B32B 3/30 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a particular shape of the outline of the cross-section of a continuous layerLayered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a layer with cavities or internal voids characterised by a layer formed with recesses or projections, e.g. grooved, ribbed
• B32B 7/12 - Interconnection of layers using interposed adhesives or interposed materials with bonding properties
• B32B 9/00 - Layered products essentially comprising a particular substance not covered by groups
• B32B 9/02 - Layered products essentially comprising a particular substance not covered by groups comprising animal or vegetable substances
• B32B 9/04 - Layered products essentially comprising a particular substance not covered by groups comprising such substance as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance
• B32B 13/04 - Layered products essentially comprising a water-setting substance, e.g. concrete, plaster, asbestos cement, or like builders' material comprising such substances as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance
• B32B 13/06 - Layered products essentially comprising a water-setting substance, e.g. concrete, plaster, asbestos cement, or like builders' material comprising such substances as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of metal
• B32B 13/12 - Layered products essentially comprising a water-setting substance, e.g. concrete, plaster, asbestos cement, or like builders' material comprising such substances as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin
• B32B 15/04 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising metal as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance
• B32B 15/08 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising metal as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin
• B32B 15/10 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising metal as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of wood
• B32B 15/14 - Layered products essentially comprising metal next to a fibrous or filamentary layer
• B32B 15/20 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising aluminium or copper
• B32B 21/00 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board
• B32B 21/04 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance
• B32B 21/08 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resinLayered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of fibre-reinforced resin
• B32B 21/14 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood board or veneer
• B32B 27/08 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin as the main or only constituent of a layer next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin of a different kind
• B32B 27/12 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin next to a fibrous or filamentary layer
• B32B 27/36 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising polyesters
• B32B 27/38 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising epoxy resins
• B32B 33/00 - Layered products characterised by particular properties or particular surface features, e.g. particular surface coatingsLayered products designed for particular purposes not covered by another single class
• B32B 37/12 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by using adhesives
• B32B 37/18 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by the properties of the layers with all layers existing as coherent layers before laminating involving the assembly of discrete sheets or panels only
• B32B 38/00 - Ancillary operations in connection with laminating processes
• B32B 38/06 - Embossing
• B32B 38/10 - Removing layers, or parts of layers, mechanically or chemically
• B32B 38/14 - Printing or colouring
• C25D 3/46 - ElectroplatingBaths therefor from solutions of silver
• C25D 3/48 - ElectroplatingBaths therefor from solutions of gold
• C25D 3/50 - ElectroplatingBaths therefor from solutions of platinum group metals
• C25D 5/02 - Electroplating of selected surface areas
• C25D 7/00 - Electroplating characterised by the article coated
• C25D 11/04 - Anodisation of aluminium or alloys based thereon
• C25D 11/08 - Anodisation of aluminium or alloys based thereon characterised by the electrolytes used containing inorganic acids
• C25D 11/18 - After-treatment, e.g. pore-sealing
• C25D 11/24 - Chemical after-treatment
• C25D 11/26 - Anodisation of refractory metals or alloys based thereon
• C25D 11/34 - Anodisation of metals or alloys not provided for in groups
• G06K 19/02 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the selection of materials, e.g. to avoid wear during transport through the machine
• B32B 27/18 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin characterised by the use of special additives

Abstract

A non-provisioned card having a front side and a back side, and at least one visible surface that is patinated or activated to promote patination.

IPC Classes  ?

• B32B 3/30 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a particular shape of the outline of the cross-section of a continuous layerLayered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a layer with cavities or internal voids characterised by a layer formed with recesses or projections, e.g. grooved, ribbed
• B32B 15/00 - Layered products essentially comprising metal
• B32B 15/20 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising aluminium or copper
• B32B 33/00 - Layered products characterised by particular properties or particular surface features, e.g. particular surface coatingsLayered products designed for particular purposes not covered by another single class
• B42D 25/00 - Information-bearing cards or sheet-like structures characterised by identification or security featuresManufacture thereof
• B42D 25/373 - Metallic materials
• B44C 1/14 - Metallic leaves or foils, e.g. gold leaf
• B44D 5/00 - Surface treatment to obtain special artistic surface effects or finishes
• G06K 19/02 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the selection of materials, e.g. to avoid wear during transport through the machine
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• B42D 25/415 - Marking using chemicals
• B42D 25/445 - Marking by removal of material using chemical means, e.g. etching
• C23C 22/52 - Treatment of copper or alloys based thereon
• C23C 22/63 - Treatment of copper or alloys based thereon
• G06K 19/04 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the shape

Abstract

A transaction card includes at least one metal layer having one or more apertures therein. A light guide is disposed beneath the metal layer. The light guide has a light output and a light input. The light output is positioned to transmit light through at least the one or more apertures of the metal layer. At least one LED is positioned to transmit light into the light guide light input.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• B42D 25/22 - Information-bearing cards or sheet-like structures characterised by identification or security featuresManufacture thereof characterised by a particular use or purpose for use in combination with accessories specially adapted for information-bearing cards
• B42D 25/328 - Diffraction gratingsHolograms
• B42D 25/346 - Perforations
• B42D 25/351 - Translucent or partly translucent parts, e.g. windows
• B42D 25/373 - Metallic materials
• B42D 25/455 - Associating two or more layers using heat
• B42D 25/46 - Associating two or more layers using pressure
• B42D 25/475 - Cutting cards
• B32B 3/30 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a particular shape of the outline of the cross-section of a continuous layerLayered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a layer with cavities or internal voids characterised by a layer formed with recesses or projections, e.g. grooved, ribbed
• B32B 9/00 - Layered products essentially comprising a particular substance not covered by groups
• B32B 15/04 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising metal as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance
• B32B 37/18 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by the properties of the layers with all layers existing as coherent layers before laminating involving the assembly of discrete sheets or panels only
• B32B 38/00 - Ancillary operations in connection with laminating processes
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• F21V 33/00 - Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for
• F21Y 115/10 - Light-emitting diodes [LED]
• F21V 8/00 - Use of light guides, e.g. fibre optic devices, in lighting devices or systems
• G06Q 20/34 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using cards, e.g. integrated circuit [IC] cards or magnetic cards

Abstract

A transaction device includes a metal layer with one or more discontinuities in the metal layer. Each discontinuity comprises a gap in the metal layer extending from the front surface to the back surface, including at least one discontinuity that defines a path from the device periphery to the opening. A transponder chip module is disposed in the opening. A booster antenna is in communication with the transponder chip module. The device may include at least one fiber-reinforced epoxy laminate material layer. The transponder chip module and the booster antenna may comprise components in a payment circuit, with the metal layer electrically isolated from the payment circuit. The booster antenna may be formed on or embedded in the fiber-reinforced epoxy laminate material layer. Processes for manufacturing transaction devices including a metal layer with one or more fiber-reinforced epoxy laminate material layers are also disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

• B29C 45/14 - Injection moulding, i.e. forcing the required volume of moulding material through a nozzle into a closed mouldApparatus therefor incorporating preformed parts or layers, e.g. injection moulding around inserts or for coating articles
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• H01Q 13/10 - Resonant slot antennas
• H05K 1/18 - Printed circuits structurally associated with non-printed electric components
• H05K 3/28 - Applying non-metallic protective coatings
• H05K 3/30 - Assembling printed circuits with electric components, e.g. with resistor
• B22D 19/00 - Casting in, on, or around, objects which form part of the product
• B29C 45/17 - Component parts, details or accessoriesAuxiliary operations
• B29L 17/00 - Carriers of records containing fine grooves or impressions, e.g. disc records for needle playback, cylinder records

Abstract

A transaction card having an opening in a metal card body, a booster antenna in the opening, and a molding material about the booster antenna. A process for manufacturing the transaction card includes forming an opening in a card body, inserting a booster antenna into the opening, and molding a molding material about the booster antenna.

IPC Classes  ?

• B29C 45/14 - Injection moulding, i.e. forcing the required volume of moulding material through a nozzle into a closed mouldApparatus therefor incorporating preformed parts or layers, e.g. injection moulding around inserts or for coating articles
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• H01Q 13/10 - Resonant slot antennas
• H05K 1/18 - Printed circuits structurally associated with non-printed electric components
• H05K 3/28 - Applying non-metallic protective coatings
• H05K 3/30 - Assembling printed circuits with electric components, e.g. with resistor
• B22D 19/00 - Casting in, on, or around, objects which form part of the product
• B29C 45/17 - Component parts, details or accessoriesAuxiliary operations
• B29L 17/00 - Carriers of records containing fine grooves or impressions, e.g. disc records for needle playback, cylinder records

Abstract

Metal transaction cards and methods of making metal transaction cards are disclosed. One metal transaction card includes at least one metal layer and an inlay layer comprising a biometric sensor and one or more payment interface components configured to interface with a card reader, a secure element configured to exchange information with the card reader pursuant to processing a financial transaction, and at least one logic component connected to the biometric sensor. The logic component is configured to compare information detected by the biometric sensor to stored information and to enable processing of the financial transaction only upon a detected match between the detected and stored information.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/10 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the kind of the digital marking, e.g. shape, nature, code using markings of different kinds in the same record carrier, e.g. one marking being sensed by optical and the other by magnetic means at least one kind of marking being used for authentication, e.g. of credit or identity cards

Abstract

Metal transaction cards and methods of making metal transaction cards are disclosed. One metal transaction card includes at least one metal layer and an inlay layer comprising a biometric sensor and one or more payment interface components configured to interface with a card reader, a secure element configured to exchange information with the card reader pursuant to processing a financial transaction, and at least one logic component connected to the biometric sensor. The logic component is configured to compare information detected by the biometric sensor to stored information and to enable processing of the financial transaction only upon a detected match between the detected and stored information.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/10 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the kind of the digital marking, e.g. shape, nature, code using markings of different kinds in the same record carrier, e.g. one marking being sensed by optical and the other by magnetic means at least one kind of marking being used for authentication, e.g. of credit or identity cards

Abstract

A process for manufacturing a transaction card includes forming an opening in a card body of the transaction card; inserting an electronic component into the opening; and disposing a non-conductive material about the electronic component. A transaction card includes a molded electronic component.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

Goods & Services

Financial, monetary and banking services; electronic transfer of virtual currencies; financial exchange of virtual currency. Treatment of materials for the custom manufacture of goods of plastic, ceramic, metal, and combinations thereof; Printing services. Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis, industrial research and industrial design services; Quality control and authentication services; Design and development of computer hardware and software.

Abstract

A transaction card is described. The transaction card includes a non-plastic layer, one or more embedded electronics, a fill layer, and one or more additional layers. The non-plastic layer has first and second faces and a thickness therebetween, and at least a first opening in the first face. The one or more embedded electronic components are disposed in or adjacent the first opening. The fill layer is in contact with the embedded electronic components, disposed in portions of the first opening not occupied by the embedded electronics. The one or more additional layers are disposed over the fill layer.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/06 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the kind of the digital marking, e.g. shape, nature, code
• G06K 19/02 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the selection of materials, e.g. to avoid wear during transport through the machine

Abstract

A process for making a transaction card defined by a plurality of layers is described. The process includes providing a first portion of the card, the first portion comprising a non-plastic layer having first and second faces and a thickness therebetween; forming an opening in the non-plastic layer, the opening defined through the first face; disposing embedded electronics in the opening; providing a second portion of the card; and providing a fill disposed in portions of the opening not occupied by the embedded electronics and attaching the first portion of the card to the second portion of the card.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/06 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the kind of the digital marking, e.g. shape, nature, code
• G06K 19/02 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the selection of materials, e.g. to avoid wear during transport through the machine

Abstract

A transaction or identification card has a width, a length, and at least one planar surface extending across the width and length. The card includes a dynamic feature including an actuator having an inactivated position and an activated position, wherein the inactivated position has at least one reversible difference from the inactivated position relative to the planar surface of the card.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips

Abstract

A process for manufacturing a transaction card includes forming an opening in a card body of the transaction card; inserting an electronic component into the opening; and disposing a non-conductive material about the electronic component. A transaction card includes a molded electronic component.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

Abstract

A process for manufacturing a transaction card includes forming an opening in a card body of the transaction card; inserting an electronic component into the opening; and disposing a non-conductive material about the electronic component. A transaction card includes a molded electronic component.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

Goods & Services

Custom manufacturing services for others of blank cards, namely, cards for personalization and use as credit cards, debit cards, smart cards, RFID cards, gift cards, loyalty cards, membership cards, retail cards, check cards, transaction cards, or casino cards; custom manufacturing services for others of cards encoded with security features for identification purposes and radio frequency identification (RFID) credentials, namely, cards and tags. Research and development of new products; technical consultation in the nature of product development consultation in the field of credit cards, debit cards, smart cards, RFID cards, gift cards, loyalty cards, identification cards, membership cards, retail cards, check cards, transaction cards and casino cards, security documents and materials for use in all of the foregoing.

Abstract

A transaction card having a metal layer, an opening in the metal layer for a transponder chip, and at least one discontinuity extending from an origin on the card periphery to a terminus in the opening. The card has a greater flex resistance than a card having a comparative discontinuity with the terminus and the origin the same distance from a line defined by a first long side of the card periphery in an absence of one or more strengthening features. Strengthening features include a discontinuity wherein one of the terminus or the origin are located relatively closer to the first long side of the card periphery than the other, a plurality of discontinuities wherein fewer than all extend from the card periphery to the opening, a self-supporting, non-metal layer disposed on at least one surface of the card, or one or more ceramic reinforcing tabs surrounding the opening.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/06 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the kind of the digital marking, e.g. shape, nature, code
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/02 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the selection of materials, e.g. to avoid wear during transport through the machine
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips

Abstract

A transaction card comprising a metal layer. A first cut out region in a first surface of said metal layer has a depth less than the thickness of the metal layer, and a first portion of an integrated circuit (IC) module is secured therein. A second cut out region extends from the first cut out region to the second surface of said metal layer and defines a non-RF-impeding volume having a perimeter greater than the perimeter of the first cut out region. One or more additional layers are stacked on the second surface of the metal layer, and a channel extends between one of the stacked layers and the IC module.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• H01L 23/66 - High-frequency adaptations
• H01Q 1/38 - Structural form of radiating elements, e.g. cone, spiral, umbrella formed by a conductive layer on an insulating support
• H01Q 1/22 - SupportsMounting means by structural association with other equipment or articles

Goods & Services

Manufacturing services for others of blank cards for personalization and use as credit cards, debit cards, smart cards, RFID cards, gift cards, loyalty cards, membership cards, retail cards, check cards, transaction cards, or casino cards; Manufacturing services for others of cards encoded with security features for identification purposes and radio frequency identification (RFID) credentials, namely, electronic cards and tags configured for use as credit cards, debit cards, smart cards, RFID cards, gift cards, loyalty cards, membership cards, retail cards, check cards, transaction cards, or casino cards. Research and development of new products in the field of credit cards, debit cards, smart cards, RFID cards, gift cards, loyalty cards, identification cards, membership cards, retail cards, check cards, transaction cards, and casino cards, security documents, and materials for use in all of the foregoing; Technical consultation in the nature of product development and engineering consultation in the field of credit cards, debit cards, smart cards, RFID cards, gift cards, loyalty cards, identification cards, membership cards, retail cards, check cards, transaction cards, and casino cards, security documents, and materials for use in all of the foregoing.

Goods & Services

(1) Manufacturing services for others of blank cards for personalization and use as credit cards, debit cards, smart cards, RFID cards, gift cards, loyalty cards, membership cards, retail cards, check cards, transaction cards, or casino cards; Manufacturing services for others of cards encoded with security features for identification purposes and radio frequency identification (RFID) credentials, namely, electronic cards and tags configured for use as credit cards, debit cards, smart cards, RFID cards, gift cards, loyalty cards, membership cards, retail cards, check cards, transaction cards, or casino cards. (2) Research and development of new products in the field of credit cards, debit cards, smart cards, RFID cards, gift cards, loyalty cards, identification cards, membership cards, retail cards, check cards, transaction cards, and casino cards, security documents, and materials for use in all of the foregoing; Technical consultation in the nature of product development and engineering consultation in the field of credit cards, debit cards, smart cards, RFID cards, gift cards, loyalty cards, identification cards, membership cards, retail cards, check cards, transaction cards, and casino cards, security documents, and materials for use in all of the foregoing.

Goods & Services

(1) Custom manufacturing services for others of blank cards, namely, cards for personalization and use as credit cards, debit cards, smart cards, RFID cards, gift cards, loyalty cards, membership cards, retail cards, check cards, transaction cards, or casino cards; custom manufacturing services for others of cards encoded with security features for identification purposes and radio frequency identification (RFID) credentials, namely, cards and tags. (2) Research and development of new products for others; technical consultation in the nature of product development consultation in the field of credit cards, debit cards, smart cards, RFID cards, gift cards, loyalty cards, identification cards, membership cards, retail cards, check cards, transaction cards and casino cards, security documents and materials for use in all of the foregoing.

Abstract

A process for making a card includes the steps of forming a core layer having a first surface and a second surface, disposing an uncured decorative ceramic layer of ceramic particles disposed in a resin binder over the first surface of the core layer, such as by spray coating, and curing the uncured decorative ceramic layer to form a cured decorative ceramic layer. Card products of the process may have a core layer of metal, ceramic, or a combination thereof that form a bulk of the card.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• B32B 13/04 - Layered products essentially comprising a water-setting substance, e.g. concrete, plaster, asbestos cement, or like builders' material comprising such substances as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance
• B32B 9/00 - Layered products essentially comprising a particular substance not covered by groups
• B32B 21/14 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood board or veneer
• B32B 37/12 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by using adhesives
• B32B 38/14 - Printing or colouring
• C25D 11/24 - Chemical after-treatment
• B32B 7/12 - Interconnection of layers using interposed adhesives or interposed materials with bonding properties
• B32B 37/18 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by the properties of the layers with all layers existing as coherent layers before laminating involving the assembly of discrete sheets or panels only
• B32B 9/04 - Layered products essentially comprising a particular substance not covered by groups comprising such substance as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance
• B32B 15/04 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising metal as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance
• B32B 38/10 - Removing layers, or parts of layers, mechanically or chemically
• C25D 5/02 - Electroplating of selected surface areas
• C25D 11/34 - Anodisation of metals or alloys not provided for in groups
• B32B 21/08 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resinLayered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of fibre-reinforced resin
• C25D 11/26 - Anodisation of refractory metals or alloys based thereon
• B32B 27/08 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin as the main or only constituent of a layer next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin of a different kind
• C25D 11/04 - Anodisation of aluminium or alloys based thereon
• B32B 15/14 - Layered products essentially comprising metal next to a fibrous or filamentary layer
• B32B 27/12 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin next to a fibrous or filamentary layer
• B32B 13/06 - Layered products essentially comprising a water-setting substance, e.g. concrete, plaster, asbestos cement, or like builders' material comprising such substances as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of metal
• B32B 15/08 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising metal as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin
• C25D 11/18 - After-treatment, e.g. pore-sealing
• B32B 9/02 - Layered products essentially comprising a particular substance not covered by groups comprising animal or vegetable substances
• B32B 21/00 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board
• B32B 33/00 - Layered products characterised by particular properties or particular surface features, e.g. particular surface coatingsLayered products designed for particular purposes not covered by another single class
• B32B 27/38 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising epoxy resins
• B32B 13/12 - Layered products essentially comprising a water-setting substance, e.g. concrete, plaster, asbestos cement, or like builders' material comprising such substances as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin
• B32B 38/00 - Ancillary operations in connection with laminating processes
• B32B 3/26 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a particular shape of the outline of the cross-section of a continuous layerLayered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a layer with cavities or internal voids
• B32B 38/06 - Embossing
• B32B 3/08 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by features of form at particular places, e.g. in edge regions characterised by added members at particular parts
• B32B 3/04 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by features of form at particular places, e.g. in edge regions characterised by a layer folded at the edge, e.g. over another layer
• B32B 27/30 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising vinyl resinLayered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising acrylic resin
• B32B 21/04 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board comprising wood as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance
• B32B 27/36 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising polyesters
• G06K 19/02 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the selection of materials, e.g. to avoid wear during transport through the machine
• B32B 3/06 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by features of form at particular places, e.g. in edge regions for securing layers togetherLayered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by features of form at particular places, e.g. in edge regions for attaching the product to another member, e.g. to a support
• B32B 15/082 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising metal as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin comprising vinyl resinsLayered products essentially comprising metal comprising metal as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin comprising acrylic resins
• B32B 3/30 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a particular shape of the outline of the cross-section of a continuous layerLayered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a layer with cavities or internal voids characterised by a layer formed with recesses or projections, e.g. grooved, ribbed
• B32B 18/00 - Layered products essentially comprising ceramics, e.g. refractory products
• B32B 15/20 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising aluminium or copper
• B32B 15/10 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising metal as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of wood
• B32B 17/00 - Layered products essentially comprising sheet glass, or fibres of glass, slag or the like
• B32B 15/18 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising iron or steel
• B32B 15/09 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising metal as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin comprising polyesters
• B32B 27/06 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin as the main or only constituent of a layer next to another layer of a specific substance
• B32B 27/18 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin characterised by the use of special additives

Abstract

A transaction card having an opening in a metal card body, a booster antenna in the opening, and a molding material about the booster antenna. A process for manufacturing the transaction card includes forming an opening in a card body, inserting a booster antenna into the opening, and molding a molding material about the booster antenna.

IPC Classes  ?

• B29C 45/14 - Injection moulding, i.e. forcing the required volume of moulding material through a nozzle into a closed mouldApparatus therefor incorporating preformed parts or layers, e.g. injection moulding around inserts or for coating articles
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• H01Q 13/10 - Resonant slot antennas
• H05K 1/18 - Printed circuits structurally associated with non-printed electric components
• H05K 3/28 - Applying non-metallic protective coatings
• H05K 3/30 - Assembling printed circuits with electric components, e.g. with resistor
• B22D 19/00 - Casting in, on, or around, objects which form part of the product
• B29C 45/17 - Component parts, details or accessoriesAuxiliary operations
• B29L 17/00 - Carriers of records containing fine grooves or impressions, e.g. disc records for needle playback, cylinder records

Abstract

A transaction card includes at least one metal layer having one or more apertures therein. A light guide is disposed beneath the metal layer. The light guide has a light output and a light input. The light output is positioned to transmit light through at least the one or more apertures of the metal layer. At least one LED is positioned to transmit light into the light guide light input.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/06 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the kind of the digital marking, e.g. shape, nature, code

Abstract

A smart card having a metal layer, an opening in the metal layer and a dual interface integrated circuit (IC) module and a plug non-RF-impeding material mounted in the opening, with at least one at least one additional layer stacked relative to the plug.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips

Abstract

A process for manufacturing a transaction card includes forming an opening in a card body of the transaction card; inserting an electronic component into the opening; and molding a molding material about the electronic component. A transaction card includes a molded electronic component.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• B29C 45/14 - Injection moulding, i.e. forcing the required volume of moulding material through a nozzle into a closed mouldApparatus therefor incorporating preformed parts or layers, e.g. injection moulding around inserts or for coating articles

Abstract

A process for manufacturing a transaction card includes forming an opening in a card body of the transaction card; inserting an electronic component into the opening; and molding a molding material about the electronic component. A transaction card includes a molded electronic component.

IPC Classes  ?

• B29C 45/14 - Injection moulding, i.e. forcing the required volume of moulding material through a nozzle into a closed mouldApparatus therefor incorporating preformed parts or layers, e.g. injection moulding around inserts or for coating articles
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

Abstract

A transaction card (200), and processes for the manufacture thereof, having a core layer (250, 300, 500, 630), optionally, one or more layers or coatings (260, 270, 610, 630, 640, 650) over the core layer, and at least one of a magnetic stripe (240), a machine readable code, and a payment module chip (280) disposed in or on the card and suitable for rendering the card operable for conducting a transaction. The core layer (250) comprises a metal-doped cured epoxy comprised of metal particles (255) distributed in a binder consisting essentially of a cured, polymerized epoxy resin (257), the core comprising greater than 50%, preferably greater than 75%, and more preferably greater than 90%, of the weight and/or volume of the card. In some embodiments, the core includes a metal insert (310) enveloped with the metal-doped curable epoxy, wherein the periphery of the epoxy extends beyond the periphery of the metal insert and has material properties more conducive to cutting or punching than the metal insert.

IPC Classes  ?

• B29C 35/02 - Heating or curing, e.g. crosslinking or vulcanising
• B42D 25/373 - Metallic materials
• G06K 19/02 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the selection of materials, e.g. to avoid wear during transport through the machine
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• B29K 63/00 - Use of epoxy resins as moulding material
• B29K 503/06 - Metal powders, metal carbides or the like

Goods & Services

Manufacturing services for others of blank cards, namely, cards for personalization and use as credit cards, debit cards, smart cards, RFID cards, gift cards, loyalty cards, membership cards, retail cards, check cards, transaction cards, or casino cards; Manufacturing services for others of cards encoded with security features for identification purposes and radio frequency identification (RFID) credentials, namely, cards and tags Research and development of new products; technical consultation in the nature of product development and engineering consultation in the field of credit cards, debit cards, smart cards, RFID cards, gift cards, loyalty cards, identification cards, membership cards, retail cards, check cards, transaction cards, and casino cards, security documents, and materials for use in all of the foregoing

Goods & Services

Manufacturing services for others of blank cards for personalization and use as credit cards, debit cards, smart cards, RFID cards, gift cards, loyalty cards, membership cards, retail cards, check cards, transaction cards, or casino cards; Manufacturing services for others of cards encoded with security features for identification purposes and radio frequency identification (RFID) credentials, namely, electronic cards and tags configured for use as credit cards, debit cards, smart cards, RFID cards, gift cards, loyalty cards, membership cards, retail cards, check cards, transaction cards, or casino cards Research and development of new products in the field of credit cards, debit cards, smart cards, RFID cards, gift cards, loyalty cards, identification cards, membership cards, retail cards, check cards, transaction cards, and casino cards, security documents, and materials for use in all of the foregoing; Technical consultation in the nature of product development and engineering consultation in the field of credit cards, debit cards, smart cards, RFID cards, gift cards, loyalty cards, identification cards, membership cards, retail cards, check cards, transaction cards, and casino cards, security documents, and materials for use in all of the foregoing

Abstract

A card includes a layer of deformable material embossed with a three dimensional (3-D) pattern. A first layer is in direct contact with and overlies the embossed deformable layer. A second layer is in direct contact with and underlies the embossed deformable layer. The first layer is of conformable material and extends within the embossed pattern for filling, setting and maintaining the embossed pattern in a fixed condition. The second layer is of conformable material and conforms to the embossed pattern set in the deformable layer.

IPC Classes  ?

• B32B 3/30 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a particular shape of the outline of the cross-section of a continuous layerLayered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a layer with cavities or internal voids characterised by a layer formed with recesses or projections, e.g. grooved, ribbed
• B32B 15/08 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising metal as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin
• B32B 27/06 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin as the main or only constituent of a layer next to another layer of a specific substance
• B32B 27/08 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin as the main or only constituent of a layer next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin of a different kind
• B32B 27/30 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising vinyl resinLayered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising acrylic resin
• B32B 27/32 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising polyolefins
• B32B 27/36 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising polyesters
• B32B 38/06 - Embossing
• B42D 25/00 - Information-bearing cards or sheet-like structures characterised by identification or security featuresManufacture thereof
• B42D 25/425 - Marking by deformation, e.g. embossing
• B42D 25/46 - Associating two or more layers using pressure
• B32B 37/00 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding
• B32B 37/02 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by a sequence of laminating steps, e.g. by adding new layers at consecutive laminating stations
• B32B 38/00 - Ancillary operations in connection with laminating processes
• B32B 38/14 - Printing or colouring
• B42D 25/328 - Diffraction gratingsHolograms
• B42D 25/45 - Associating two or more layers

Abstract

Composite cards formed include a security layer comprising a hologram or diffraction grating formed at, or in, the center, or core layer, of the card. The hologram may be formed by embossing a designated area of the core layer with a diffraction pattern and depositing a thin layer of metal on the embossed layer. Additional layers may be selectively and symmetrically attached to the top and bottom surfaces of the core layer. A laser may be used to remove selected portions of the metal formed on the embossed layer, at selected stages of forming the card, to impart a selected pattern or information to the holographic region. The cards may be ‘lasered’ when the cards being processed are attached to, and part of, a large sheet of material, whereby the “lasering” of all the cards on the sheet can be done at the same time and relatively inexpensively.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01L 23/00 - Details of semiconductor or other solid state devices
• B32B 37/12 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by using adhesives
• B32B 38/06 - Embossing
• B42D 25/41 - Marking using electromagnetic radiation
• B42D 25/328 - Diffraction gratingsHolograms
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• H01L 21/56 - Encapsulations, e.g. encapsulating layers, coatings
• B42D 25/425 - Marking by deformation, e.g. embossing
• B42D 25/435 - Marking by removal of material using electromagnetic radiation, e.g. laser
• B32B 7/12 - Interconnection of layers using interposed adhesives or interposed materials with bonding properties
• B32B 15/04 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising metal as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance
• G06K 19/06 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the kind of the digital marking, e.g. shape, nature, code
• H01L 23/498 - Leads on insulating substrates
• B42D 25/373 - Metallic materials
• B42D 25/47 - Associating two or more layers using chemicals or adhesives using adhesives
• B32B 38/10 - Removing layers, or parts of layers, mechanically or chemically
• B32B 38/00 - Ancillary operations in connection with laminating processes

Abstract

A dual interface transaction card includes a metal card body having first and second surfaces. A contact-only transaction module is secured in the card body, the contact-only transaction module including contact pads disposed on the first surface of the card body and including a first transaction circuit. A contactless transaction module is secured in a void in the metal card body. The contactless transaction module includes a second transaction circuit and an antenna. Also disclosed is a process for manufacturing the dual interface transaction card. The process includes the steps of constructing a metal card body having the first and second surfaces, securing the contact-only transaction module in the metal card body, forming the void in the metal card body, and securing the contactless transaction module in the void.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/06 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the kind of the digital marking, e.g. shape, nature, code
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

Abstract

Cards embodying the invention include a core subassembly whose elements define the functionality of the card and a hard coat subassembly attached to the top and/or bottom sides of the core subassembly to protect the core subassembly from wear and tear and being scratched. The core subassembly may be formed solely of plastic layers or of different combinations of plastic and metal layers and may include all the elements of a smart card enabling contactless RF communication and/or direct contact communication. The hard coat subassembly includes a hard coat layer, which typically includes nanoparticles, and a buffer or primer layer formed so as to be attached between the hard coat layer and the core subassembly for enabling the lasering of the core subassembly without negatively impacting the hard coat layer and/or for imparting color to the card.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/02 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the selection of materials, e.g. to avoid wear during transport through the machine
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• B32B 37/00 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding
• B32B 37/18 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by the properties of the layers with all layers existing as coherent layers before laminating involving the assembly of discrete sheets or panels only

Goods & Services

Blank integrated circuit cards; blank electronic chip cards; magnetically encoded blank bank cards for issuance by financial institutions; blank smart cards, namely, cards ready for electronic or magnetic encoding for use as credit cards, debit cards, smart cards, rfid cards, gift cards, loyalty cards, identification cards, membership cards, retail cards, check cards, transaction cards, or casino cards; blank smart cards embedded with transponders; radio frequency identification (rfid) credentials, namely, cards and tags; cards encoded with security features for identification purposes. Blank cards, namely, cards without magnetic or electronic coding for personalization and use as credit cards, debit cards, gift cards, loyalty cards, identification cards, membership cards, retail cards, check cards, transaction cards, or casino cards; novelty identification cards; printed holograms. Custom manufacturing services for others of blank cards, namely, cards for personalization and use as credit cards, debit cards, smart cards, RFID cards, gift cards, loyalty cards, membership cards, retail cards, check cards, transaction cards, or casino cards; custom manufacturing services for others of cards encoded with security features for identification purposes and radio frequency identification (RFID) credentials, namely, cards and tags. Research and development of new products; technical consultation in the nature of product development and engineering consultation in the field of credit cards, debit cards, smart cards, RFID cards, gift cards, loyalty cards, identification cards, membership cards, retail cards, check cards, transaction cards, and casino cards, security documents, and materials for use in all of the foregoing.

Abstract

A process for manufacturing a transaction card includes forming an opening in a card body of the transaction card; inserting an electronic component into the opening; and molding a molding material about the electronic component. A transaction card includes a molded electronic component.

IPC Classes  ?

• B29C 45/14 - Injection moulding, i.e. forcing the required volume of moulding material through a nozzle into a closed mouldApparatus therefor incorporating preformed parts or layers, e.g. injection moulding around inserts or for coating articles
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• H01Q 13/10 - Resonant slot antennas
• H05K 1/18 - Printed circuits structurally associated with non-printed electric components
• H05K 3/28 - Applying non-metallic protective coatings
• H05K 3/30 - Assembling printed circuits with electric components, e.g. with resistor
• B22D 19/00 - Casting in, on, or around, objects which form part of the product
• B29C 45/17 - Component parts, details or accessoriesAuxiliary operations
• B29L 17/00 - Carriers of records containing fine grooves or impressions, e.g. disc records for needle playback, cylinder records

Abstract

A process for manufacturing a transaction card includes forming an opening in a card body of the transaction card; inserting an electronic component into the opening; and disposing a non-conductive material about the electronic component. A transaction card includes a molded electronic component.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

Goods & Services

(1) Blank integrated circuit cards; blank electronic chip cards; magnetically encoded blank bank cards for issuance by financial institutions; blank smart cards, namely, cards ready for electronic or magnetic encoding for use as credit cards, debit cards, smart cards, rfid cards, gift cards, loyalty cards, identification cards, membership cards, retail cards, check cards, transaction cards, or casino cards; blank smart cards embedded with transponders; radio frequency identification (rfid) credentials, namely, cards and tags; cards encoded with security features for identification purposes. (2) Blank cards, namely, cards without magnetic or electronic coding for personalization and use as credit cards, debit cards, gift cards, loyalty cards, identification cards, membership cards, retail cards, check cards, transaction cards, or casino cards; novelty identification cards; printed holograms. (1) Custom manufacturing services for others of blank cards, namely, cards for personalization and use as credit cards, debit cards, smart cards, RFID cards, gift cards, loyalty cards, membership cards, retail cards, check cards, transaction cards, or casino cards; custom manufacturing services for others of cards encoded with security features for identification purposes and radio frequency identification (RFID) credentials, namely, cards and tags. (2) Research and development of new products; technical consultation in the nature of product development and engineering consultation in the field of credit cards, debit cards, smart cards, RFID cards, gift cards, loyalty cards, identification cards, membership cards, retail cards, check cards, transaction cards, and casino cards, security documents, and materials for use in all of the foregoing.

Abstract

CA 03088900 2020-07-06(12) INTERNATIONAL APPLICATION PUBLISHED UNDER THE PATENT COOPERATION TREATY (PCT)(19) World Intellectual Property 1 11111 1111111 11 111111 1111 BONI 1 1 111 1111 1111 1111 1111 1111 111 11111111111 111 1111 OrganizationInternational Bureau (10) International Publication Number(43) International Publication Date WO 2019/152235 Al08 August 2019 (08.08.2019) WIPO I PCT(51) International Patent Classification: (72) Inventor: LOWE, Adam; 2092 Amwell Rd., Somerset, NJGOOK 19/077 (2006.01) HO1Q 1/22 (2006.01) 08873 (US).HO1L 23/498 (2006.01) HO1Q 1/38 (2006.01)(74) Agent: DONNELLY, Rex, A. et al.; RatnerPrestia, 2200(21) International Application Number: Renaissance Boulevard, Suite 350, King Of Prussia, PA PCT/U52019/014656 19406 (US).(22) International Filing Date: (81) Designated States (unless otherwise indicated, for every23 January 2019 (23.01.2019) kind of national protection available): AE, AG, AL, AM,AO, AT, AU, AZ, BA, BB, BG, BH, BN, BR, BW, BY, BZ,(25) Filing Language: EnglishCA, CH, CL, CN, CO, CR, CU, CZ, DE, DJ, DK, DM, DO,(26) Publication Language: English DZ, EC, EE, EG, ES, FI, GB, GD, GE, GH, GM, GT, HN,HR, HU, ED, EL, IN, IR, IS, JO, JP, KE, KG, KH, KN, KP,(30) Priority Data:KR, KW, KZ, LA, LC, LK, LR, LS, LU, LY, MA, MD, ME,62/623,936 30 January 2018 (30.01.2018) USMG, MK, MN, MW, MX, MY, MZ, NA, NG, NL NO, NZ,15/928,813 22 March 2018 (22.03.2018) USOM, PA, PE, PG, PH, PL, PT, QA, RO, RS, RU, RW, SA,(71) Applicant: COMPOSECURE, LLC [1JS/US]; 500 SC, SD, SE, SG, SK, SL, SM, ST, SV, SY, TH, TJ, TM, TN,Memorial Drive, Somerset, NJ 08873 (US). TR, TT, TZ, UA, UG, US, UZ, VC, VN, ZA, ZM, ZW.(54) Title: DUAL INTERFACE CAPACITIVE EMBEDDED METAL CARD== .44\1 I%T=== == =9}3(57) Abstract: A tramaction card having a metal layer, an opening in the metal layer for a transponder chip, and at least one discontinuity extending from an origin on the card periphery to a terminus in the opening. The card has a greater flex resistance than a card having afP) comparative discontinuity with the terminus and the origin the same distance from a line defined by a first long side of the card peripheryel in an absence of one or more strengthening features. Strengthening features include a discontinuity wherein one of the terminus or the origin are located relatively closer to the first long side of the card periphery than the other, a plurality of discontinuities wherein fewer-...., than all extend from the card periphery to the opening, a self-supporting, non-metal layer disposed on at least one surface of the card, or one or more ceramic reinforcing tabs surrounding the opening.[Continued on next page]CA 03088900 2020-07-06WO 2019/152235 Al I11111 NMIl 1111111111111111111111111 I II 111 0111 lHl OH 11111 OH MI1111111 OHM(84) Designated States (unless otherwise indicated, for every kind of regional protection available): AREPO (BW, GH, GM, KE, LR, LS, MW, MZ, NA, RW, SD, SL, ST, SZ, TZ, UG, ZM, ZW), Eurasian (AM, AZ, BY, KG, KZ, RU, TJ, TM), European (AL, AT, BE, BG, CH, CY, CZ, DE, DK, EE, ES, FI, FR, GB, GR, HR, HU, IE, IS, IT, LT, LU, LV, MC, MK, MT, NL, NO, PL, PT, RO, RS, SE, SI, SK, SM, TR), OAPI (BF, BJ, CF, CG, CI, CM, GA, GN, GQ, GW, KM, ML, MR, NE, SN, TD, TG).Declarations under Rule 4.17:¨ as to applicant's entitlement to apply for and be granted a patent (Rule 4.1700)¨ as to the applicant's entitlement to claim the priority of the earlier application (Rule 4.17(iii))Published:¨ with international search report (Art. 21(3))

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• H01L 23/498 - Leads on insulating substrates
• H01Q 1/22 - SupportsMounting means by structural association with other equipment or articles
• H01Q 1/38 - Structural form of radiating elements, e.g. cone, spiral, umbrella formed by a conductive layer on an insulating support

Abstract

A transaction card having a metal layer, an opening in the metal layer for a transponder chip, and at least one discontinuity extending from an origin on the card periphery to a terminus in the opening. The card has a greater flex resistance than a card having a comparative discontinuity with the terminus and the origin the same distance from a line defined by a first long side of the card periphery in an absence of one or more strengthening features. Strengthening features include a discontinuity wherein one of the terminus or the origin are located relatively closer to the first long side of the card periphery than the other, a plurality of discontinuities wherein fewer than all extend from the card periphery to the opening, a self-supporting, non-metal layer disposed on at least one surface of the card, or one or more ceramic reinforcing tabs surrounding the opening.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• H01L 23/498 - Leads on insulating substrates
• H01Q 1/22 - SupportsMounting means by structural association with other equipment or articles
• H01Q 1/38 - Structural form of radiating elements, e.g. cone, spiral, umbrella formed by a conductive layer on an insulating support

Abstract

A transaction card having a metal layer, an opening in the metal layer for a transponder chip, and at least one discontinuity extending from an origin on the card periphery to a terminus in the opening. The card has a greater flex resistance than a card having a comparative discontinuity with the terminus and the origin the same distance from a line defined by a first long side of the card periphery in an absence of one or more strengthening features. Strengthening features include a discontinuity wherein one of the terminus or the origin are located relatively closer to the first long side of the card periphery than the other, a plurality of discontinuities wherein fewer than all extend from the card periphery to the opening, a self-supporting, non-metal layer disposed on at least one surface of the card, or one or more ceramic reinforcing tabs surrounding the opening.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/06 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the kind of the digital marking, e.g. shape, nature, code
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/02 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the selection of materials, e.g. to avoid wear during transport through the machine
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips

Abstract

A dual interface smart card, and methods for the manufacture thereof, having a metal layer, an IC module, with contacts and RF capability, and a plug formed of non RF impeding material, disposed in the metal layer. The plug provides support for the IC module and a degree of electrical insulation and isolation from the metal layer. Embodiments of the card include at least one additional layer.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips

Abstract

A card having a metal layer and an opening or cut-out region in the metal layer, with a dual-interface integrated circuit (IC) module disposed in the opening or cut-out region. A ferrite layer is disposed below the metal layer and a booster antenna is attached to the ferrite layer. A vertical hole extends beneath the IC module through the ferrite layer. The booster antenna may be physically connected to the IC module or may be configured to inductively couple to the IC module. In some embodiments, the IC may be disposed in or on a non-conductive plug disposed within the opening or cut-out region, or the vertical hole may have a non-conductive lining, or a connector may be disposed between the booster antenna and the IC module in the vertical hole.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/02 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the selection of materials, e.g. to avoid wear during transport through the machine
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/10 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the kind of the digital marking, e.g. shape, nature, code using markings of different kinds in the same record carrier, e.g. one marking being sensed by optical and the other by magnetic means at least one kind of marking being used for authentication, e.g. of credit or identity cards
• G06K 19/18 - Constructional details

Abstract

A card having a metal layer and an opening or cut-out region in the metal layer, with a dual-interface integrated circuit (IC) module disposed in the opening or cut-out region. A ferrite layer is disposed below the metal layer and a booster antenna is attached to the ferrite layer. A vertical hole extends beneath the IC module through the ferrite layer. The booster antenna may be physically connected to the IC module or may be configured to inductively couple to the IC module. In some embodiments, the IC may be disposed in or on a non-conductive plug disposed within the opening or cut-out region, or the vertical hole may have a non-conductive lining, or a connector may be disposed between the booster antenna and the IC module in the vertical hole.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/02 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the selection of materials, e.g. to avoid wear during transport through the machine
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G06K 19/10 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the kind of the digital marking, e.g. shape, nature, code using markings of different kinds in the same record carrier, e.g. one marking being sensed by optical and the other by magnetic means at least one kind of marking being used for authentication, e.g. of credit or identity cards
• G06K 19/18 - Constructional details

Abstract

A process for manufacturing a transaction card includes forming an opening in a card body of the transaction card; inserting an electronic component into the opening; and molding a molding material about the electronic component. A transaction card includes a molded electronic component.

IPC Classes  ?

• B29C 45/14 - Injection moulding, i.e. forcing the required volume of moulding material through a nozzle into a closed mouldApparatus therefor incorporating preformed parts or layers, e.g. injection moulding around inserts or for coating articles
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• H01Q 13/10 - Resonant slot antennas
• H05K 1/18 - Printed circuits structurally associated with non-printed electric components
• H05K 3/28 - Applying non-metallic protective coatings
• H05K 3/30 - Assembling printed circuits with electric components, e.g. with resistor
• B22D 19/00 - Casting in, on, or around, objects which form part of the product
• B29C 45/17 - Component parts, details or accessoriesAuxiliary operations
• B29L 17/00 - Carriers of records containing fine grooves or impressions, e.g. disc records for needle playback, cylinder records

Abstract

A transaction card includes at least one metal layer having one or more apertures therein. A light guide is disposed beneath the metal layer. The light guide has a light output and a light input. The light output is positioned to transmit light through at least the one or more apertures of the metal layer. At least one LED is positioned to transmit light into the light guide light input.

IPC Classes  ?

• B42D 25/00 - Information-bearing cards or sheet-like structures characterised by identification or security featuresManufacture thereof
• B42D 25/22 - Information-bearing cards or sheet-like structures characterised by identification or security featuresManufacture thereof characterised by a particular use or purpose for use in combination with accessories specially adapted for information-bearing cards
• B42D 25/23 - Identity cards
• B42D 25/346 - Perforations
• B42D 25/351 - Translucent or partly translucent parts, e.g. windows
• B42D 25/36 - Identification or security features, e.g. for preventing forgery comprising special materials
• B42D 25/40 - Manufacture
• G06K 19/06 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the kind of the digital marking, e.g. shape, nature, code

Abstract

A transaction card includes at least one metal layer having one or more apertures therein. A light guide is disposed beneath the metal layer. The light guide has a light output and a light input. The light output is positioned to transmit light through at least the one or more apertures of the metal layer. At least one LED is positioned to transmit light into the light guide light input.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/06 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the kind of the digital marking, e.g. shape, nature, code
• B42D 25/40 - Manufacture
• B42D 25/22 - Information-bearing cards or sheet-like structures characterised by identification or security featuresManufacture thereof characterised by a particular use or purpose for use in combination with accessories specially adapted for information-bearing cards
• B42D 25/36 - Identification or security features, e.g. for preventing forgery comprising special materials
• B42D 25/23 - Identity cards
• B42D 25/351 - Translucent or partly translucent parts, e.g. windows
• B42D 25/00 - Information-bearing cards or sheet-like structures characterised by identification or security featuresManufacture thereof
• B42D 25/346 - Perforations

Abstract

A transaction card and a process of making the transaction card are described. The transaction card includes a core having first and second faces, a core thickness therebetween, and an opening, and embedded electronics disposed in the opening.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/02 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the selection of materials, e.g. to avoid wear during transport through the machine
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier

Abstract

A transaction card and a process of making the transaction card are described. The transaction card includes a core having first and second faces, a core thickness therebetween, and an opening, and embedded electronics disposed in the opening.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/02 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the selection of materials, e.g. to avoid wear during transport through the machine

Abstract

A transaction card and a process of making the transaction card are described. The transaction card includes a core having first and second faces, a core thickness therebetween, and an opening, and embedded electronics disposed in the opening.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
• G06K 19/06 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the kind of the digital marking, e.g. shape, nature, code
• G06K 19/02 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the selection of materials, e.g. to avoid wear during transport through the machine

Abstract

A transaction or identification card has a width, a length, and at least one planar surface extending across the width and length. The card includes a dynamic feature including an actuator having an inactivated position and an activated position, wherein the inactivated position has at least one reversible difference from the inactivated position relative to the planar surface of the card.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 19/02 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the selection of materials, e.g. to avoid wear during transport through the machine
• G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier