French contactless technology manufacturer ASK has launched a "breakthrough solution" for e-passport inlays that the firm says will prevent back covers from being compromised by staples.ASK says its SPiD-Web inlay solution has been developed based on the company's exclusive silver ink printed antenna process."Resistance to stapling is fast becoming a critical requirement from governments in the deployment of e-passports. Stapling is widely used in certain countries, for example in visa procedures, and is potentially destructive for e-passports, which are generally expected to live five to 10 years" said the firm.ASK's solution has been to design and print antennas with multiple and redundant electrical paths. If a staple damages a path, the feature remains functional thanks to the redundant paths."This 'web'-like antenna structure is only possible because of ASK's silver ink printing, which is a clear benefit over traditional copper wire technology", wrote ASK.The firm has started to demonstrate SPiD-Web to a number of government authorities. As a result, an increasing number of them are now in the process of including resistance to stapling as a requirement in their specifications."SPiD-Web provides us with a real competitive advantage, and a strong case for convincing hesitant authorities to adopt e-documents. I look forward to the upcoming customer certifications and volume shipments," said Julien Zuccarelli, CEO of ASK.

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