JP2008020676A - Laser marking method - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a laser marking method for information affiliation management with which a laser marking is applied to the inside/outside of the article, so that specifying, confirming of the content and affiliation of the article are carried out, attaining information management, safety securement, hazard prevention, theft prevention, forgery prevention or the like, to provide a theft prevention method for electronic cards for receiving explanation on articles on display or services, and to provide an electronic confirmation processing method for personal belongings. <P>SOLUTION: A laser marking 1 is formed inside/outside a bag 2 which is one of the articles. The laser marking 1 is managed by using a bar-code reader (QR reader) 3 or a personal computer 4, thereby managing various pieces of information and affiliations. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2008,JPO&INPIT

Description

  In order to perform safety, stability, management, and trouble prevention of an object by applying laser marking to all objects that can be laser-processed to confirm the identification, content, affiliation, etc. of the object. The present invention relates to a laser marking method for effective information affiliation management, an explanation of exhibits, an electronic card theft prevention method for receiving services, and an electronic confirmation processing method for possession.

With the recent development of laser marking, various techniques and methods for performing laser marking on an object and managing the object have been disclosed. For example, “Patent Document 1” and “Patent Document 2” may be mentioned. Further, there is “Patent Document 3” as an apparatus related to the description of exhibits and the like provided in a building.
JP 2001-297301 A (FIG. 1) Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2001-4412 (FIG. 1) JP 9-16113 A

“Parts management system” of “Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2001-297301” of “Patent Document 1” performs stable management by laser marking a two-dimensional code for indicating the contents of parts on important parts such as aircraft engine parts. The contents include a part number and a manufacturing number.
Further, “Measurement device information management method” in “Patent Document 2” “JP 2001-4412” specifies a displacement detection method of a measurement device by applying a two-dimensional code to the measurement device by laser processing. And calibration data of the measuring instrument.

  The above-mentioned “Patent Document 1” and “Patent Document 2” have characteristics, respectively, but the width as information management is narrow and is not intended for wide-ranging information and affiliation management as in the present invention. In addition, other known techniques are greatly different from the present invention in the purpose and effect.

  There are various types of objects, but for example, products that are used everyday are often forgotten. Cars and bicycles are also frequently stolen. In addition, passports and cards are frequently counterfeited. In many cases, it is not possible to find one's baggage early at an airport. In addition, in order to identify a standard product for testing which is formed inside, a label has conventionally been used. In addition, the contents, background, etc. of medical equipment are often unclear and often cause medical errors. In order to solve these problems, it is conceivable to perform marking as described above, and it is implemented as described above, but there are many cases where the object is diverse and the object cannot be marked by a laser. There are many cases where laser marking cannot be performed as it is in a container.

  “Individual response type exhibition explanation machine” in “Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 9-16113” of “Patent Document 3” relates to an electronic explanation machine for giving a tour explanation to the visitor. The electronic card for this purpose is not described, and the prevention of theft of the electronic card is not disclosed, and is different from the present invention. It should be noted that a known technique similar to the present invention is not found by the applicant's investigation.

  The present invention solves all of the above-mentioned problems, and applies laser marking to an object using laser processing technology owned by the applicant as know-how, and clarifies its characteristics, contents, affiliation, etc. Laser marking method for information affiliation management that can effectively carry out safety management of objects and theft prevention and counterfeiting prevention, prevention of problems, the description of exhibits, etc., theft and prevention of electronic cards to receive services It aims to provide a method. In addition, we provide an effective electronic confirmation method for belongings, such as when the owner has lost or stolen his / her property and the property is promptly returned. For the purpose.

  In order to achieve the above object, the present invention provides a laser marking for performing laser marking on the object for management of identification, content, affiliation, etc. of the object that can be laser processed. It is a method, and the method includes the object inside or outside the object directly in a vacuum state or in the atmosphere or via a transparent or translucent bag or container that encapsulates the object. An arbitrary form of marking corresponding to is provided, and identification, content, affiliation, and the like of the object are managed by the marking.

  The invention according to claim 2 is characterized in that the member to be laser-marked is a member that is attached to or suspended from the object.

  The invention according to claim 3 is characterized in that the member is formed of a label attached to the object or a strap body suspended from the object.

  The invention of claim 4 is characterized in that the marking is a character, an image, a sculpture, a pattern, or a QR code (two-dimensional or three-dimensional).

  Further, the invention of claim 5 is characterized in that the marking of the characters, images and patterns is performed independently or with a QR code.

  Further, the invention of claim 6 is characterized in that the laser-processable object includes not only the material but also a material subjected to plating, painting, baking coating, or other surface treatment. .

  The invention according to claim 7 is characterized in that, for the object which is difficult to perform laser processing, laser processing is performed after applying glaze to the object, and the glaze is removed after the processing is completed.

  Further, the invention of claim 8 is characterized in that when laser processing cannot be performed even if the glaze is applied, carbon processing is performed on the object or member to perform laser processing.

  Further, the invention of claim 9 is intended for visitors to receive services such as explanation and observation of the contents and characteristics of exhibits, entertainment, appreciations, and exhibitions (hereinafter referred to as exhibits) provided in buildings. A method for preventing the IC tag with a QR code and the electronic card for identifying the visitor for identifying the visitor created by the laser processing passed to the site from being stolen or lost, The visitor is provided with a form in which the IC tag is inserted into a reading device provided in an exhibit that receives the service, and the attendee can receive a service related to the exhibit. It consists of a description of the identification of the visitors and the contents of the services received by the visitors. When the visitors leave, the IC tag and the electronic card for identifying the visitors are installed at the exit of the building. Characterized in that only can exit to outside the building after it is confirmed to return to insert to the return device being.

  In addition, the invention of claim 10 confirms the owner of the property, and returns the property to the owner or conducts illegal transactions when the property is required to be lost, stolen, or dealt with. A confirmation processing method for electronically performing appropriate processing such as prevention of personal information, which includes personal information such as a personal identification number (password), signature, photo, location, affiliation, etc. for each owner A first procedure for laser marking an object, a second procedure for electronically registering the contents of the laser marking in a central processing institution, and a bar code reader (QR code reader) for reading the contents of the laser marking. The third procedure prepared in advance, the fourth procedure for distributing the reader to the property processing organization designated by the central processing organization, and the property brought into the property processing organization by the reader Perform a fifth procedure and sure to check the owner coupled to said central processing engine performs the processing of the property, and performs confirmation processing of the property.

  According to the laser marking method for information affiliation management of claim 1 of the present invention, it is applied to all items that can be laser-processed, and by marking that indicates the identification, content, affiliation, etc. of the item, Information and affiliation can be managed accurately. Laser processing can mark an article directly or via a bag or a container, and marking can be easily performed. Further, laser marking may be performed in the air instead of in vacuum, and laser marking is easily performed. In addition, the mark disappears not only inside but also inside the item. Moreover, secondary pollution does not occur because of laser marking.

  Further, the invention of claim 2 is to perform laser marking corresponding to the object on a member attached or suspended to the object instead of laser marking to the object, and there is a problem in directly performing laser marking on the object. Applicable when there is. Note that this method can provide substantially the same effect as direct laser marking on an object.

  In the invention of claim 3, a label or a strap-like member is applied as a member, and it is carried out simply and inexpensively.

  According to the laser marking method for information affiliation management of claim 4 of the present invention, marking characters, images, engravings, patterns, QR codes can be marked, and desired markings can be accurately marked.

  Further, according to the laser marking method for information affiliation management of claim 5 of the present invention, it is possible to expand the information of items, affiliation management and safety, by marking the mark such as characters and the QR card correspondingly. Stability can be improved.

  Further, according to the laser marking method for information affiliation management of claim 6 of the present invention, it is applied not only to direct marking on the material but also to those subjected to surface treatment such as plating, painting, etc. wide.

  In addition, according to the laser marking method for information affiliation management of claim 7 of the present invention, it is applied to those that are difficult to perform laser processing, and the range of application can be expanded.

  According to the laser marking method for information affiliation management of claim 8 of the present invention, when laser marking using glaze cannot be performed, laser marking can be performed by placing carbon paper, and an object or member that can be laser marked. Can be expanded.

  Further, according to the electronic card theft / prevention method for receiving the explanation service for the exhibits etc. according to claim 9, an IC tag containing a QR code is provided for receiving explanations of the exhibits displayed in the building. The detailed explanation will be given in a state in which the exhibits are not adversely affected by being put in the reader. For that purpose, it is necessary to make the IC tag a specific one, and if the IC tag is taken home after use, it is necessary to manufacture the IC tag again. This claim 9 prevents the IC tag from being stolen and lost. The IC tag that receives the service such as explanation is handed over to the visitor who has received the IC tag, and the visitor-specific electronic card for specifying the visitor is handed over, It is possible to reliably prevent the theft and loss of the IC tag by confirming the return of both by a return device when leaving both of them so that they can leave. The contents of the visitor specific electronic card are preferably, for example, those of a personal identification number so as to prevent the leakage of personal information.

  According to the electronic confirmation processing method for property belonging to claim 10, laser marking is performed on the property, the contents are registered in advance in the central processing organization, and laser marking is performed on the property processing organization designated by the central processing organization. By distributing a bar code reader (QR code reader) that reads the contents of the property, the owner can contact the property processing agency when the property is lost or stolen, so that the property can be returned quickly. Is called. Further, even if a person other than the owner tries to trade illegally the property, the property processing organization reads the laser marking by the reader, so that the true owner is confirmed and the illegal transaction is prevented. The contents of the laser marking are kept confidential in the central processing organization as personal information of the owner, and the owner is protected.

  DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS Embodiments of a laser marking method for information affiliation management of the present invention, an explanation of exhibits and the like, an electronic card theft prevention method for receiving services, and an electronic confirmation processing method for belongings with reference to the drawings Detailed description. Note that the special laser processing for carrying out this method is the know-how of the applicant and cannot be disclosed here, but it has been demonstrated that the following laser processing can be performed. Laser processing can be performed in a vacuum or in the air.

  The target for laser marking is all fixed commodities and is also applied to the surface-treated ones. Moreover, metals, plastics, glass, ceramics, etc. are mentioned as a material, and a form is free. Of course, not only the exterior of a product etc. but also internal drawing is possible.

FIG. 1A shows a bag 2 that is one of the products with a laser marking 1, and FIG. 1B shows the bag 2 with a laser marking 1. The contents of the marking may be all that can be processed by laser, and may be provided with characters, images, sculptures, patterns, and the like and a QR code.
A barcode reader (QR code reader) 3 is required to read the laser-marked characters and the like and the QR code. By connecting this to a personal computer 4, various information management and affiliation management can be performed.

By applying the laser marking, for example, it is possible to return the lost item early when the bag 2 is lost, and it is possible to prevent theft and counterfeit (brand). In addition, it is easy to check acceptance when going abroad and to find your own bag 1 at the airport. Further, when applied to a vehicle number of an automobile, it also prevents the number from being exchanged.
In addition, the management using the personal computer 4 can improve the efficiency of storage management, reduce the number of custodians, and facilitate destination management in the remote area both inside and outside the sea, thereby improving the service. The laser marking can be finely processed and is extremely small.

  Although Example 1 showed what carried out the laser marking to the inside and outside of the bag 2 which is one of the goods, in this Example, the goods 6 accommodated in the bag body 5 and the goods accommodated in the container 7 are shown. 6 shows what performs laser marking. In this case, the bag body 5 and the container 7 must be transparent or translucent. Since laser marking can be performed in such a state, it is not necessary to take out the product 6 from the bag body 5 or the container 7, and convenient and sanitary marking can be performed.

  FIG. 3 shows a glass or mirror 8 with laser marking 1 applied. Marking can be done without damaging the glass or mirror.

  FIG. 4 shows a laser marking 1 on the surface of an internal scratch test piece 10 in which a scratch 9 having a predetermined size is formed. Of course, the laser marking 1 also includes a QR code. The internal flaw standard test piece 10 (hereinafter referred to as “test piece”) is for specifying the detection reference value of the detection device for detecting the presence or absence of the internal flaw and the size of the internal flaw. It is necessary to know in advance the dimensions of the internal scratch 9 and the material of the test piece 10 itself. For this purpose, it is necessary to specify the test piece 10 by the laser marking 1 instead of labeling as in the prior art. This example shows this.

  FIG. 5 shows an example of a QR code. Since the QR code can be 15 or more digits, for example, the first 4 digits can be formed by country, and the latter digits can be formed with a form number, telephone number, postal code, passport number, national flag, and the like. By combining two or more of these, great effects of anti-counterfeiting, early detection, and anti-theft power are produced.

In FIG. 6, the laser marking 1 is not directly applied to the bag 2, which is one of the objects, and a separate label 13 or strap body 14 is attached to or suspended from the bag 2, and the bag 2 is attached to the label 13 or strap body 14. The laser marking 1 to specify is provided.
This is effective when it is not desired to directly apply the laser marking 1 to the bag 2 or when it is difficult to apply the laser marking 1 due to the shape of the bag 2. Further, since the label 13 and the strap body 14 are separate bodies, the laser marking operation can be easily performed.

  FIG. 7 shows an embodiment in which a laser marking 1 is applied to an article 11 that is difficult to laser process. In this case, first, the glaze 12 is applied to the surface of the article 11 on the laser processing side, and then laser marking is performed as shown in FIG. 6 (a), and after the laser marking 1 is formed as shown in FIG. 6 (b). The glaze 12 is removed.

  FIG. 8 shows one of the laser marking means in the case where the article 11 is difficult to be laser machined, but laser machining is not possible even if the glaze of Example 7 is applied. In this case, laser processing can be performed by placing the carbon paper 15 on the processed surface of the product 11.

  For example, in a science museum or the like, it is desired to receive a service that explains in detail the various exhibits displayed in the museum. If there is an instructor for the exhibit, it is possible to receive explanations and services. However, in the present invention, by inserting an IC tag created with a QR code into a reader provided at the exhibit, It is intended to receive explanations and services for exhibits. In this way, an IC tag is created corresponding to an exhibit, so that visitors can receive an explanation service regarding the exhibit using the IC tag. However, when leaving the Science Museum, the IC tag may be taken back by the attendee, and a new one needs to be created. Therefore, in addition to this IC tag, the visitor-specific electronic card for specifying the visitor is issued at the same time, and when leaving the venue, the IC tag and this visitor-specific card are inserted into the return device and the return confirmation is made. If possible, theft and loss will be prevented. However, in terms of security, the contents of the laser marking of the visitor specific electronic card are preferably those using a personal identification number or a specific password.

The property is lost or stolen against the will of the owner. In addition, troubles such as theft of property being illegally traded where the owner does not know are frequently caused by theft. Appropriate disposal of the property is necessary to prevent such troubles. Conventionally, there is no appropriate processing method in such a case, and there is a problem that personal information cannot be protected even if there is. The tenth embodiment of the present invention discloses a method for preventing such trouble and electronically processing the property.
In addition, the electronic confirmation processing method of the property of this invention is performed according to the procedure shown in FIG.

First, as a first procedure, personal information such as the owner's personal identification number, signature, owner's face photo, location, affiliation, etc., is directly marked on the member's property or attached to the member's property by laser marking. Mark (step 100). Next, the laser-marked content is electronically registered and stored in a specific central processing organization (step 101). Of course, this central processing organization is responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of personal information and is preferably a publicly recognized organization. Next, a bar code reader (QR code reader) capable of reading the contents of the laser marking is prepared in advance in the central processing engine (step 102). Next, the barcode reader (QR code reader) is distributed to the property processing organization designated by the central processing organization (step 103). The property processing institution confirms the property with a bar code reader (QR code reader) by an offer from the owner of the property, and informs the content to the central processing organization (step 104).
Through the above steps, the property is correctly returned to the owner, and unauthorized transactions are prevented.

  In the above, various embodiments have been described, but the present invention is not limited to the above and contents, and it is needless to say that those of the same technical category are applied.

  The present invention can be applied to all laser-processable items, and the range of use thereof is extremely wide, and various management of the items can be performed in a timely and reliable manner. In addition, since services such as exhibitions are sufficiently performed, electronic cards are not lost, and security is also protected, it can be applied to a wide range of entertainment, and its usage range is extremely wide.

The typical perspective view which shows the Example which gave the laser marking to the outer surface or inner surface of the bag which is one of the goods which can be processed by laser, and the schematic diagram (a), (b) which shows one of this detection means. Typical perspective view (a) which shows the state which gave the laser marking to the goods accommodated in the inside of a bag, and the typical perspective view which shows the state which gave the laser marking to the goods accommodated in the container ( b). The typical perspective view which shows the state which gave the laser marking to glass or a mirror. Sectional drawing (a) and A arrow top view (b) which show the state which gave the laser marking to the internal crack standard test piece. The top view which shows an example of QR code. The schematic diagram which shows the Example which did not laser-process directly on a bag but laser-marked the label or the strap-like thing, and stuck or suspended these on the bag. Schematic diagrams (a) and (b) showing a method of laser marking on an item difficult to be laser processed. The schematic diagram which shows the method of the laser marking in the article which is hard to carry out laser processing. The block diagram for demonstrating the Example regarding Claim 9 of this invention. The flowchart for demonstrating the content regarding Claim 10 of this invention.

Explanation of symbols

1 Laser marking 2 Bag 3 Bar code reader (QR code reader)
4 PC 5 Bag 6 Item 7 Container 8 Glass or mirror 9 Scratch 10 Internal scratch standard test piece 11 Product 12 Glaze 13 Label 14 Strap body 15 Carbon paper

Claims (10)

  A laser marking method for performing laser marking on an object for management of identification, content, affiliation, etc. of the object that can be laser-processed, wherein the method is directly applied to the object in a vacuum state or in the atmosphere. Alternatively, a marking in any form corresponding to the object is provided inside or outside the object via a transparent or translucent bag or container enclosing the object, and the object is identified by the marking, Laser marking method for information affiliation management characterized by managing contents, affiliation, etc.   The laser marking method for information affiliation management according to claim 1, wherein the member to be laser-marked is a member that is attached to or suspended from the object.   The laser marking method for information affiliation management according to claim 2, wherein the member is formed of a label attached to the object or a strap body suspended from the object.   2. The laser marking method for information affiliation management according to claim 1, wherein the marking is a character, an image, a sculpture, a pattern, or a QR code (two-dimensional or three-dimensional).   5. The laser marking method for information affiliation management according to claim 4, wherein the marking of the characters, images, and patterns is performed independently or with a QR code.   3. The laser-processable object or the member includes not only a material but also a material subjected to plating, painting, baking coating, or other surface treatment. Laser marking method for information affiliation management described.   3. The information affiliation according to claim 1 or 2, wherein, for the object that is difficult to perform laser processing, laser processing is performed after applying glaze to the object or member, and the glaze is removed after the processing is completed. Laser marking method for management.   3. The laser marking method for information affiliation management according to claim 1 or 2, wherein if laser processing is not possible even if the glaze is applied, carbon processing is performed on the object or member to perform laser processing. .   Created by laser processing given to visitors to receive services such as explanation and observation of the contents and features of exhibits, entertainment, appreciations and exhibitions (hereinafter referred to as exhibits) provided in the building A method for preventing the theft and loss of an IC card with a QR code and an electronic card for identifying a visitor for identifying a visitor, wherein the IC tag is provided in an exhibit receiving the service. The IC card is inserted into the reader so that the attendee can receive services related to the exhibits, etc., and the electronic card for identifying the visitor is used to identify the visitor and The contents of the service to be received are clearly stated, and when the visitor leaves, the IC tag and the electronic card for identifying the visitor are inserted into a return device provided at the exit of the building. Anti-theft method of an electronic card for receiving a description of the exhibit, etc. which is characterized, a service that it is possible to go out of the building only after it has been confirmed to return to. At the time of possession required processing such as loss of property, theft, transaction, etc., the owner of the property is confirmed, and appropriate processing such as returning the property to the owner and preventing illegal transactions is electronic A confirmation processing method to be performed by the method, which is a first procedure for laser marking personal information such as a personal identification number (password), signature, photograph, location, affiliation, etc. for each owner on the property. A second procedure for electronically registering the contents of the laser marking in a central processing institution, and a third procedure for preparing in advance in the central processing institution a bar code reader (QR code reader) for reading the contents of the laser marking. And a fourth procedure for distributing the reader to the property processing organization designated by the central processing organization, and the property brought into the property processing organization is confirmed by the reader to the central processing organization. Fifth performed and procedures, electronic check processing method of possessions and performing confirmation processing of the property to perform the process of binding to the property to check the owners.

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