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Chander S Jeena

24 Sept. 2024

3 min read

Holographic Bioglitter: Can it Solve Glitter’s Microplastics Problem

Following the new (EU) Regulation 2023/2055, which took effect on 17 October 2023, bioglitter might become the only sparkling powder available in Europe. The regulation restricts the sale of products containing intentionally added microplastics, including non-biodegradable plastic glitter; however, it allows exceptions for biodegradable, soluble, or natural glitter. This opens the door for eco-friendly alternatives like cellulose-based or mineralbased glitters and holographic biodegradable glitters.

Technical Features

Chander S Jeena

24 Sept. 2024

3 min read

Innovations by XRD Nano in UV Replication and Holography

XRD Nano (XRD), a technology company based in the UK, is driving breakthrough innovations in the world of UV replication, focusing on nano and microstructures. Its solutions are being recognised globally, particularly in holographic packaging, transfer films, brand protection labels, shrink sleeves, security documents, and functional films. This article explores the key innovations from XRD that are transforming these industries.

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Chander S Jeena

22 Aug. 2024

2 min read

A New OVD for ID Protection

As identity document forgery becomes increasingly sophisticated, the need for advanced security features in polycarbonate ID documents has become more critical. One such innovation is Flow Print, an optically variable security feature designed to combat sophisticated attempts at document fraud.

ID & Secure Documents

Chander S Jeena

22 Aug. 2024

5 min read

Interview with IHMA Member K Laser

Yu-Mei Tsai has had an impressive 15-year career at K Laser, starting as a special assistant to the CEO and eventually transitioning to Marketing Director. Her global experience and media communications background have significantly contributed to her success.

Interviews

$A Case for Diffractive Combination Technologies$

Andreas Schilling

22 Aug. 2024

2 min read

A Case for Diffractive Combination Technologies

Since physical documents such as national passports remain the root of trust for establishing identities, it is paramount to stay well ahead of counterfeiters. Advanced diffractive optically variable image devices (DOVIDs) have emerged as crucial components in securing identity documents against counterfeiting and manipulation.

ID & Secure Documents

Chander S Jeena

22 Aug. 2024

4 min read

News in Brief

Dana – based in Neu-Elm in Germany and a leading provider of vehicle parts – now provides buyers of its Victor Reinz® brand products with effective protection from product piracy and counterfeits.

News

Chander S Jeena

22 Aug. 2024

2 min read

Banknotes Break New Ground with Holograms

In last month’s issue of Holography News™, we covered Japan’s new banknote series, all three notes in which feature holographic portraits.

Currency Free Free

Chander S Jeena

22 Aug. 2024

3 min read

HATs Off to Holographic Tweezers

Recent advances in holography have enabled significant progress in molecular biology, particularly in the culture and study of primary cells. A new study by Prof Li Fei and Zheng Hairong from the Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology (SIAT) and Prof Mao Yilei and Yang Huayu from the Peking Union Medical College Hospital introduces an innovative approach using holographic acoustic tweezers (HAT) for culturing primary mouse liver cells (hepatocytes).

Technical Features

Chander S Jeena

22 Aug. 2024

3 min read

Hueck Folien Takes Major Strides Toward Eco-Neutral Production

Austrian-based film and foil specialist Hueck Folien is taking a number of steps to put its products at the forefront of sustainability and reach its goal of ecologically neutral production by 2035. This article describes two of those steps.

Technical Features

Chander S Jeena

22 Aug. 2024

3 min read

Introducing the Comprehensive Liquor Tax Stamp in India: THTT

At the Optical & Digital Document Security™ (ODDS) 2024 conference held in Lisbon earlier this year, Dr Sajan Ambadiyil from the Centre for Development of Imaging Technology (C-DIT), Government of Kerala, India, unveiled a new liquor tax stamp, the THTT (Taggant, Hologram, Track and Trace). The THTT represents a significant advancement in the State Excise Department’s efforts to combat illicit trade and protect excise revenue within the liquor industry.

Technical Features

Chander S Jeena

22 Aug. 2024

4 min read

De La Rue Authentication Achieves Record Sales, Amid Concerns

De La Rue has announced its full year results for the period ending 30 March 2024, with its Authentication division achieving record sales of £103.2 million. This figure surpasses the division’s £100 million target, and represents a 12.5% increase over 2023. The results are, however, overshadowed by a £235 million loan that becomes payable next July.

Companies

Chander S Jeena

18 July 2024

2 min read

THCO Call for Papers and IHMA Awards Nominations

Reconnaissance International is already preparing for The Holography Conference™, which will take place this year online from 12 to 13 November. The Call for Papers is now open, and delegates are invited to submit a proposal by 13 September (holographyconference.com/call-for-papers/).

Events

Chander S Jeena

18 July 2024

3 min read

Swave Announces World’s First ‘True’ Dynamic Holographic Display Chips

Holographic projection startup Swave Photonics (a new Imec and VUB spin-off) has announced its development of the world’s first 3D holographic display technology for compact extended reality (XR) form factors like smart glasses. Swave’s Holographic eXtended Reality (HXR) establishes a new advanced display technology, producing the world’s smallest pixel with a pixel pitch of less than 300nm – small enough to steer light and sculpt high-resolution images.

Displays

Chander S Jeena

18 July 2024

2 min read

Ceres and Eastman Unveil First Integrated Holographic Windscreen

Ceres Holographics, in collaboration with Eastman Chemical Group, a renowned name in chemical solutions, has unveiled the industry’s first fully integrated windshield featuring multiple holographic optical elements (HOEs) inside a single laminate construct.

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Chander S Jeena

18 July 2024

3 min read

Blurring Light to Give Smoother Surfaces

As the boundaries between holography and other 3D imaging technologies become increasingly blurred, we take a look at one technique where it is the light that is blurred to give higher quality 3D printed optical components.

Technical Features

Chander S Jeena

18 July 2024

2 min read

Covestro Enters Formal Negotiations with Adnoc

Covestro – a leading polymer materials and chemicals producer – has announced that it has entered into formal negotiations with the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) for a potential transaction value of nearly €14.4 billion. Discussions first began last year, but have now moved to the next stage following an increase in ADNOC’s offer from €60 to €62 per share.

Companies

Chander S Jeena

18 July 2024

3 min read

Hitachi’s Holography Electron Microscope Attains Record Resolution

A research team from Japan, including scientists from Hitachi, Kyushu University, RIKEN, and HREM Research, has achieved a significant breakthrough in observing magnetic fields at unimaginably small scales.

Companies

Chander S Jeena

18 July 2024

5 min read

News in Brief

All4Labels Global Packaging Group has marked a significant milestone with the opening of its first plant in northeast Brazil, situated in the João Pessoa metropolitan region, bringing the the country’s total number of All4Labels plants to 12.

News

Chander S Jeena

18 July 2024

4 min read

The Role of Holographic Optical Elements in AR Glasses and AR HUDs

As was evident by the number of booths displaying augmented reality (AR) glasses and AR head-up displays (HUDs) at CES 2024, the two technologies are set to make a big impact in the consumer electronics market. These cutting-edge technologies share many similarities, but also exhibit distinct differences. A recent blog post by UK-based Envisics1 compares and contrasts the two technologies, with particular focus on their use of holographic optical elements (HOEs).

AR & VR

Chander S Jeena

18 July 2024

2 min read

Meta Materials to Sell Its Authentication Business to Authentix

Following the news that Meta Materials had laid off 80% of its workforce and was looking for buyers of the business (see HN June 2024), a filing at the United States Securities and Exchange Commission states that it has agreed to sell most of its authentication business assets (Nanotech Security Corporation, or NCS) to security solutions provider Authentix for $10 million, excluding certain assets such as cash and real estate.

Companies

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