Abstract: A multi-color retransfer single stamping system includes at least one thermal print head configured to print a color from a donor ribbon onto a retransfer film to print indicia on the retransfer film, and thermal stamps configured to apply pressure onto the retransfer film to transfer the indicia from the retransfer film to one or more target objects.

Abstract: Disclosed are self-authenticating seals for containers in which the seals include a non-visible taggant correlated to a pre-determined indicia. Containers sealed with the sealing members as well as methods of authenticating containers that have been sealed with the sealing members are disclosed.

Abstract: A laser markable security laser transfer film includes a carrier web formed from a laser light-transmissive material and a taggant-containing film disposed on the carrier web. The taggant-containing film is formulated from an energy sensitive taggant capable of withstanding temperatures of at least about 1800° F. to about 2200° F. The taggant absorbs energy at a first predetermined wavelength and, in response, emits energy at a second predetermined wavelength that is different from the first wavelength. The taggant-containing film further includes a polymeric resin. The taggant-containing film is disposed on the object to be marked with the taggant-containing film adjacent the object, and laser light is directed through the film to fuse the taggant-containing film onto the object to form a taggant-containing marking on the object.

Abstract: A variable speed maximal torque transmission includes a planetary gear set made up of a peripheral ring gear enmeshing multiple planet gears. A sun gear simultaneously engages the planet gears. A carrier operative as a transmission output is in mechanical communication with the planetary gear set. The carrier is operative to power a drive wheel of a vehicle. A main motor is in mechanical drive communication with the sun gear and an auxiliary motor drives the peripheral ring gear.