Understanding the Role of Paper-Ink Interactions on the Lightfastness of Thermochromic Prints [PDF]
Materials, 2023 Thermochromic inks (TC) have received increasing attention in recent years, particularly in the design and packaging industries. Their stability and durability are crucial for their application. This study highlights the detrimental effects of UV radiation on the lightfastness and reversibility of thermochromic prints.
Tomislav Cigula +2 more
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Identifying a Unique Communication Mechanism of Thermochromic Liquid Crystal Printing Ink
Crystals, 2021 Thermochromic liquid crystal materials are commonly used in printing inks, opening up a wide range of possible applications. In order to ensure and control the most accurate application, the occurrence of the so-called colour play effect, i.e., the ...
M K Gunde +2 more
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Three-Dimensional Printable Color-Modulation and Shape-Programmable Structures: An Encryption Key for Image Recognition Electronic Locks [PDF]
ResearchStimuli-responsive materials have shown promising applications in the areas of sensing, bioimaging, information encryption, and bioinspired camouflage.
Beibei Du +5 more
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Multi-Stimuli Responsive Viologen-Imprinted Polyvinyl Alcohol and Tricarboxy Cellulose Nanocomposite Hydrogels [PDF]
SensorsPhotochromic inks have shown disadvantages, such as poor durability and high cost. Self-healable hydrogels have shown photostability and durability. Herein, a viologen-based covalent polymer was printed onto a paper surface toward the development of a ...
Salhah D. Al-Qahtani +3 more
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CrystalsThis study investigates the interaction between thermochromic liquid crystal (TLC) inks and bacterial nanocellulose (BNC), emphasizing their compatibility for smart packaging applications. While the chiral nematic structure of TLC pigments dictates their
Tomislav Cigula +2 more
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Enhancing Applicability of Reversible UV Thermochromic Offset Inks: Edge Quality Parameters and Thermochromic Printing System Modulation Transfer Function [PDF]
Materials, 2023 Marina Vukoje +2 more
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Assessment of Thermochromic Packaging Prints’ Resistance to UV Radiation and Various Chemical Agents [PDF]
Polymers, 2023 Sonja Jamnicki Hanzer +2 more
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Characterizing pen strokes produced using various commercially available thermochromic inks [PDF]
Forensic Sciences ResearchAlvarez Cordeiro MA, Gondikas C.
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The effect of carbonyl components of printing substrates on the durability of UV thermochromic prints [PDF]
Journal of Graphic Engineering and Design, 2023 Special effects on a printed product can increase consumer’s interest in a product and therefore lead to higher revenues in consumer industries. For that purpose, graphic industry introduced various technologies and materials that would have such an ...
Mirela Rožić +2 more
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Applied Sciences, 2021 In the present research, properties and performance of special effect printing inks were observed with the aim of obtaining a printed product with dual functional properties.
Tamara Tomašegović +3 more
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