Digimarc Corporation

L-1 Secure Credentialing, Inc.

L-i Secure Credentialing, Inc.

Leo M Kenen

Robert L Jones

Charles F Duggan

David Bohaker

Robert Jones

One aspect of the invention comprises a method of embedding data in a code readable by machine from a visible light scan of the code. The method comprises pre-printing a two dimensional array of pixels on a substrate. The pixels include at least one calibration pixel, and each have color values. The method selectively alters at least a subset of the pixels by using laser radiation to alter color saturation of the color values of the pixels in the subset relative to the calibration pixel according to digital data values of the code to be embedded in the subset of pixels. This method has been adapted to embed personalized information in pre-printed graphic elements on ID cards.

Three dimensional data storage

A capture station for creating identification documents comprises a housing including a camera and lighting device, a base, and at least one leg extending from the base. The housing is mounted to the leg to enable height adjustment of the camera. One configuration of the capture station has two substantially rigid and parallel legs with the housing mounted between the legs. Configurations of the capture station can include a processor, such a CPU or embedded controller, enabling ID document data capture functions to be executed within the capture station, and to be controlled via a remote computer via a network connection. In one embodiment, the processor is housed in the base and communicates with the camera via wiring routed through the leg. Peripherals used in capture functions, such as a fingerprint reader, signature pad, display, etc., may be mounted to the leg via clamps, or a plug in receptacle with power and communication wiring provided in the leg.

Multifunction all in one capture station for creating identification documents

An identification document is provided comprising a printable layer, a computer readable data storage element, and a computer readable calibration element. The computer readable data storage element is formed on the printable layer and comprises a plurality of pixels, wherein each pixel has one of a predetermined plurality of colors. The computer readable calibration element is formed on the printable layer and comprises a plurality of pixels and includes information enabling a determination of the pixel size in the computer readable data storage element and also a determination of at least a portion of the predetermined plurality of colors.

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Bedford, MA, United States of America

Leo M Kenen