Abstract: A device is provided for transferring a pattern to an object. The device may be used for transferring a pattern, such as micro- or nanostructures, from a stamp to an object. In accordance with one embodiment, the device comprises a first contacting means with a receiving surface for the stamp and a second contacting means with a receiving surface for the object. The device may further include a pressing means that is adapted to operate at least one of the contacting means for contacting the stamp with the object. One of the contacting means may include a base and a holder. The holder has a first end which defines one of the receiving surfaces and a second opposite end which is pivotally connected to the base in such a manner that the stamp and the object are automatically placed in a parallel position when contacting each other.

Abstract: A device for transferring a pattern, especially micro- or nanostructures, from a stamp (1) to an object (2) comprises a first contacting means (11) with a receiving surface (13) for the stamp (1) and a second contacting means (20) with a receiving surface (23) for the object (2). A pressing means (10) is adapted to operate at least one of the contacting means (11, 20) for contacting the stamp (1) with the object (2). One contacting means (11, 20) comprises a base (21) and a holder (22). The holder (22) has a first end which defines one of the receiving surfaces (23) and a second opposite end which is pivotally connected to the base (21) in such a manner that the stamp (1) and the object (2) are automatically placed in a mutually parallel position when contacting each other.