Abstract: A bearer document processing system includes preparation, verification, redeeming and depositing of the document. An encrypted symbol is imprinted on the document using ink that is not visible in invisible light. The symbol includes information used to authenticate the document and to identify the bearer of the document. The document is scanned at a transaction point. The symbol can be decoded at transaction points or at a remote central processing station. Accounts involved in transactions are credited and debited using information contained in the encoded symbol and other information provided by the bearer and the acceptor of the document. Transactions are performed in essentially real-time, and the bearer is provided with evidence of a successful transaction. Although applicable to any type of bearer document such as stock certificates, money orders, the system is particularly applicable to processing bank checks in real-time and with the possibility of fraudulent transactions being minimized.

Abstract: A bearer document processing system includes preparation, verification, redeeming and depositing of the document. An encrypted symbol is imprinted on the document using ink that is not visible in invisible light. The symbol includes information used to authenticate the document and to identify the bearer of the document. The document is scanned at a transaction point. The symbol can be decoded at transaction points or at a remote central processing station. Accounts involved in transactions are credited and debited using information contained in the encoded symbol and other information provided by the bearer and the acceptor of the document. Transactions are performed in essentially real-time, and the bearer is provided with evidence of a successful transaction. Although applicable to any type of bearer document such as stock certificates, money orders, the system is particularly applicable to processing bank checks in real-time and with the possibility of fraudulent transactions being minimized.

Abstract: A system and method of marking goods for authentication and tracking purposes is described. The system and method include a central control which enables the system. The method and system are accomplished in real time affording manufacturers the ability to eliminate problems associated with counterfeiting and diversion which begin at one or more manufacturing site which are remote from central control. A central control unit enables the system by providing an allotment of marks to one or more host units. Each host unit directs marking terminals to mark, at locations remote from the host units, particular goods or packages with specific information encoding symbols. Items are preferably marked directly with dyes containing one or more active compounds, but alternately can be identified by means of affixed fixtures which are marked with encoding symbols either prior to, or subsequent to, affixing to the items. Following marking, items are scanned to insure proper marking.

Abstract: A system and method of marking goods for authentication and tracking purposes is described. The system and method include a central control which enables the system. The method and system are accomplished in real time affording manufacturers the ability to eliminate problems associated with counterfeiting and diversion which begin at one or more manufacturing site which are remote from central control. A central control unit enables the system by providing an allotment of marks to one or more host units. Each host unit directs marking terminals to mark, at locations remote from the host units, particular goods or packages with specific information encoding symbols. Items are preferably marked directly, but alternately can be identified by means of affixed fixtures which are marked with encoding symbols either prior to, or subsequent to, affixing to the items. Following marking, items are scanned to insure proper marking.

Abstract: A system and method of marking goods for authentication and tracking purposes is described. The system and method include a central control which enables the system. The method and system are accomplished in real time affording manufacturers the ability to eliminate problems associated with counterfeiting and diversion which begin at the manufacturing site. A central control unit enables the system by providing an allotment of goods to a host unit. The host unit directs marking terminals to mark particular goods with specific information encoding symbols. Goods are either marked directly, or are identified by means of affixed fixtures which are marked with encoding symbols either prior to, or subsequent to, affixing to the goods. Following marking, goods of fixtures are scanned to insure proper marking and then packaged for shipment.

Abstract: A system and method for marking mailpieces for postal fee and tracking purposes is described. The system greatly increases security now obtainable with conventional postage meters and postage stamp affixation. A central control computer under the control of a postal service enables the system. Host computers under the control of customers and the postal service are used to control and audit the printing of indicia marks on mailpieces. Mailpieces can be scanned with remote field readers at any step in the mail distribution process, thereby providing information to the postal service and to the customers. Real time analysis of the scanned indicia marks is used to reduce problems associated with counterfeiting of mailpiece indicia and mailpiece diversion. Information security is provided so that proprietary information of the postal service and the users of the system is maintained at all times.

Abstract: A system and method of marking goods for authentication and tracking purposes is described. The system and method include a central control which enables the system. The method and system are accomplished in real time affording manufacturers the ability to eliminate problems associated with counterfeiting and diversion which begin at the manufacturing site. A central control unit enables the system by providing an allotment of marks to a host unit. The host unit directs marking terminals to mark particular goods or documents with specific information encoding symbols. Goods or documents are either marked directly, or are identified by means of affixed fixtures which are marked with encoding symbols either prior to, or subsequent to, affixing to the goods. Following marking, documents, goods or fixtures are scanned to insure proper marking and then packaged for shipment.

Abstract: A system and method of marking goods for authentication and tracking purposes is described. The system and method include a central control which enables the system. The method and system are accomplished in real time, affording manufacturers the ability to eliminate problems associated with counterfeiting and diversion which begin at the manufacturing site. A central control unit enables the system by providing an allotment of goods to a host unit. The host unit directs printing terminals to mark particular goods with specific information encoding symbols. Following marking, goods are scanned to insure proper marking and then packaged for shipment. Following marking, the goods can be checked by illuminating the symbols printed thereon and cross referencing this data with the host database by using a field reading unit.