Smart sticker, method for manufacturing same, and smart sticker accessory using same

Abstract

The present invention relates to a smart sticker of a novel configuration that enables contactless ordering at a restaurant or the like using a QR code or an NFC tag, provides content desired by a user, such as video or audio, and exhibits improved durability because the shape thereof is resistant to deformation compared to conventional stickers, to a method for manufacturing same, and to a smart sticker accessory of a novel configuration which is suitable for use as celebrity merchandise or a promotional item and has excellent decorative properties as the user may access content using the QR code or the NFC tag when needed while wearing or carrying the smart sticker accessory.

Description

Smart sticker and method of manufacturing the same, smart sticker accessory using the same

[0001] The present invention relates to a smart sticker, a method for manufacturing the same, and a smart sticker accessory using the same. More specifically, the invention relates to a smart sticker of a novel configuration and a method for manufacturing the same, which allows a user to make contactless orders at restaurants or provide content using a QR code or NFC tag, and to a new smart sticker accessory that is convenient and decorative, as it allows the user to wear the smart sticker and receive content using a QR code or NFC tag when needed.

[0002] As previously mentioned, a kiosk is an unmanned terminal serving as a touchscreen information delivery system, primarily installed in government agencies, local municipalities, banks, and restaurants to provide non-face-to-face services. However, since installing a kiosk incurs significant costs, these expenses act as a substantial burden for small business owners operating businesses such as restaurants.

[0003] Meanwhile, a QR code (Quick Response code) is a matrix-type barcode that represents information using a black-and-white grid pattern. While conventional barcodes are fundamentally one-dimensional structures arranged horizontally and capable of storing only about 20 digits, QR codes utilize both horizontal and vertical dimensions to create a two-dimensional structure capable of recording up to 7,089 digits, 4,296 characters, and approximately 1,817 Chinese characters. Such QR codes can contain long internet addresses (URLs), photos and videos, map data, business card information, and more. Consequently, QR codes are widely utilized across both online and offline platforms today as an important promotional and marketing tool for businesses.

[0004] NFC (Near Field Communication) is a contactless communication technology that uses the 13.56 MHz frequency band and is one of the RFID technologies. It is a next-generation short-range communication technology that is attracting attention for its relatively superior security and low cost due to its short communication range. In particular, since it allows for both data reading and writing, it eliminates the need for a reader, which was required for general RFID usage. Although similar to existing short-range communication technologies such as Bluetooth, it has the advantage of not requiring device-to-device configuration like Bluetooth.

[0005] The present invention is proposed based on the above points, and aims to provide a smart sticker with a new configuration and a method for manufacturing the same, which allows for contactless ordering at restaurants or the like using QR codes or NFC tags, or provides content such as videos or audio desired by the user, and unlike conventional stickers, does not easily deform and has good durability, and a smart sticker accessory with a new configuration that is suitable for use as celebrity merchandise or promotional items and has good decorative properties, as it allows receiving content using QR codes or NFC tags when needed while wearing it.

[0006] According to a feature of the present invention, a smart sticker is provided, comprising a smart sticker portion (A) and a base sheet (40) attached to the bottom surface of the smart sticker portion (A) and having an adhesive layer formed on the bottom surface, wherein the smart sticker portion (A) comprises a printing sheet (11), a printing portion (20) printed on the printing sheet (11) and including a QR code (22), and an epoxy resin layer (30) covering the printing portion (20).

[0007] According to another feature of the present invention, the process comprises: printing a plurality of printed portions (20) including QR codes (22) spaced apart from each other on a printed sheet base paper (10) laminated on a release film (2) with an adhesive layer formed on its bottom surface; cutting along the perimeter of the printed portions (20) of the printed sheet base paper (10); removing the margin portion excluding the part where the printed portions (20) are formed from the printed sheet base paper (10) so that only the printed sheet (11) with the printed portions (20) printed thereon remains partially on the release film (2); coating an epoxy resin on the upper surface of each printed portion (12) to form an epoxy resin layer (30) to create smart sticker portions (A); attaching a carrier sheet (35) with an adhesive layer formed on its bottom surface to the upper surface of the smart sticker portions (A); and removing the release film (2) from the smart sticker portions (A). A method for manufacturing a smart sticker is provided, characterized by including the process of attaching a base sheet (40), which is made of a hard material and has a shape corresponding to the smart sticker parts (A), and has an adhesive layer formed on its upper and lower surfaces, to the lower surfaces of the smart sticker parts (A).

[0008] According to another feature of the present invention, a smart sticker accessory is provided, comprising: a printing sheet (11); a printing portion (20) printed on the printing sheet (11) and including a QR code (22); and an epoxy resin layer (30) covering the printing portion (20); a base sheet (40) attached to the bottom surface of the smart sticker portion (A) and having an adhesive layer formed on the bottom surface; an auxiliary sticker portion (B) comprising the printing sheet (11), the printing portion (20) printed on the printing sheet (11), and the epoxy resin layer (30) covering the printing portion (20); and a wearing means (62) fitted into a hole (60) formed in the sticker portion (A), the base sheet (40), and the auxiliary sticker portion (B).

[0009] The present invention, having the above configuration, has the advantage that the printing part (20) including the QR code (22) is covered by an epoxy resin layer (30) so that damage to the printing part (20) is prevented and the appearance is aesthetically pleasing, and since the smart sticker part (A) containing the printing sheet (11), the printing part (20), and the epoxy resin layer (30) is attached to a hard base sheet (40), the sticker is prevented from deforming even if the sticker is used for a long period of time. In addition, using the present invention allows for convenient non-face-to-face ordering of food at restaurants, and in particular, since it can replace kiosks, it can reduce the cost burden on small business owners operating restaurants.

[0010] In addition, by enabling the provision of videos or audio of celebrities or information about companies or products through QR codes (22) or NFC tags, it can be utilized as a marketing tool such as celebrity merchandise or corporate promotional materials.

[0011] Figure 1 is a photograph of the first embodiment of the present invention.

[0012] FIG. 2 is a side cross-sectional view of the first embodiment of the present invention.

[0013] FIG. 3 is a manufacturing process diagram of the first embodiment of the present invention.

[0014] Figure 4 is a photograph of the second embodiment of the present invention.

[0015] FIG. 5 is a perspective view of a third embodiment of the present invention.

[0016] FIG. 6 is a side cross-sectional view of the third embodiment of the present invention.

[0017] A smart sticker according to one embodiment of the present invention comprises a smart sticker portion (A); a base sheet (40) attached to the bottom surface of the smart sticker portion (A) and having an adhesive layer formed on the bottom surface, wherein the smart sticker portion (A) may comprise a printing sheet (11); a printing portion (20) printed on the printing sheet (11) and including a QR code (22); and an epoxy resin layer (30) covering the printing portion (20).

[0018] The present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the drawings.

[0019] It should be noted that the embodiments described below are not intended to limit the invention and may be implemented in various different forms, including various modifications, equivalents, or alternatives.

[0020] The features of the present invention and the resulting effects will become clearer with reference to the embodiments described in detail below, together with the accompanying drawings.

[0021] In describing embodiments of the present invention, regarding known functions or configurations

[0022] Specific descriptions will be omitted unless actually necessary when describing the embodiments of the present invention. Furthermore, the terms described below are defined in consideration of their functions in the embodiments of the present invention, and these may vary depending on the intentions or practices of the user or operator. Therefore, their definitions should be based on the content throughout this specification.

[0023] Throughout the specification, when a part is described as being "connected" to another part, this includes not only cases where they are "directly connected," but also cases where they are "electrically connected" with other components in between.

[0024] Furthermore, when a part is said to "include" a certain component, this means that, unless specifically stated otherwise, it does not exclude other components but rather may include additional components, and it should be understood as not excluding in advance the existence or addition of one or more other features, numbers, steps, actions, components, parts, or combinations thereof.

[0025] In the first embodiment of the present invention, the present invention is exemplified as being applied to a smart sticker used for a contactless ordering service at a restaurant, and FIGS. 1 and FIGS. 2 are a photograph and a side cross-sectional view of a smart sticker according to the first embodiment of the present invention.

[0026] As illustrated, the present invention comprises a smart sticker portion (A) and a base sheet (40) attached to the bottom surface of the smart sticker portion (A). The smart sticker portion (A) comprises a printed sheet (11), a printed portion (20) printed on the printed sheet (11) including a QR code (22), and an epoxy resin layer (30) covering the printed portion (20).

[0027] The above-mentioned printing sheet (11) is made of a printable sheet such as paper, and the above-mentioned printing section (20) is formed by printing a previously designed image onto the printing sheet (10) using known methods such as silk screen printing or offset printing. This printing section (20) is designed in various designs to include a QR code (22). In this embodiment, since the present invention is exemplified as being used for a contactless ordering service at a restaurant, the QR code (22) is designed to include URL address information for ordering food and information assigned to each table of the restaurant.

[0028] The above epoxy resin layer (30) covers the printed portion (20) to prevent damage to the printed portion (20) and provides durability to the sticker, as well as giving the sticker a sense of volume and making the sticker look beautiful. Accordingly, the epoxy resin layer (30) is formed with a relatively thick thickness of about 1.5 mm.

[0029] In this way, a smart sticker part (A) is formed by a printing sheet (11), a printing part (20) including a QR code (22), and an epoxy resin layer (30) covering the printing part (20).

[0030] The base sheet (40) is made of a hard synthetic resin such as acrylic or a hard material such as aluminum. An adhesive layer (not shown) is formed on the upper and lower surfaces of the base sheet (40), and the base sheet (40) is attached to the lower surface of the smart sticker part (A), that is, the lower surface of the printed sheet (11), using the adhesive layer formed on the upper surface. Preferably, a release film is attached to the lower surface of the base sheet (40) to protect the adhesive layer.

[0031] The smart sticker part (A) is composed of a printing sheet (11), a printing part (20) including a QR code (22), and an epoxy resin layer (30) covering the printing part (20), so there is a concern that the shape may easily deform, such as the edges curling. However, when a base sheet (40) is attached to the bottom surface of the smart sticker part (A), the shape of the smart sticker part (A) is prevented by the base sheet (40).

[0032] Meanwhile, in some cases, an NFC tag may be added between the base sheet (40) and the print sheet (11), and when a customer tags the NFC tag with a smartphone, it transmits information assigned to each table and a URL address for ordering food.

[0033] The present invention is described below with reference to FIG. 3.

[0034] (1) Print the printed part (20) on the printing sheet base paper (10).

[0035] A printing sheet base paper (10) is prepared by forming an adhesive layer on the bottom surface and laminating it on a release film (2), and a plurality of printing portions (20) containing QR codes (22) are printed on the printing sheet base paper (10) using a known method such as silk screen printing, spaced apart in the front, back, left, and right directions.

[0036] (2) The printing sheet base paper (10) is cut along the perimeter of each printing section (20), and the blank portion where the printing section (22) of the printing sheet base paper (10) is not formed is removed. In this way, the printing sheet (11) is partially left on the printing sheet base paper (10).

[0037] (3) Epoxy resin is injected onto each printed part (20) to form epoxy resin layers (30). In this way, smart sticker parts are formed in which the printed part (12) and the printed sheet (11) are covered by epoxy resin layers (20). The epoxy resin layer (20) is injected with an applicator such as a syringe so that the epoxy resin layer (20) is formed with sufficient thickness.

[0038] (4) A carrier sheet (35) with an adhesive layer formed on its bottom surface is attached to the smart sticker parts (A) formed in the above process.

[0039] (5) The release film (2) attached to the bottom of the printing sheet base paper (10) is removed, but since the smart sticker parts (A) are attached to the carrier sheet (35), even if the release film (2) is removed, the smart sticker parts (A) are not separated into individual pieces and the arranged state of the smart sticker parts (A) is maintained by the carrier sheet (35).

[0040] (6) Base sheets (40) having a shape that matches the smart sticker part (A) and having adhesive layers formed on their upper and lower surfaces are each attached under the smart sticker parts (A) to complete the smart sticker. As described above, a release film is attached to the lower surface of the base sheet (40) to cover the lower adhesive layer.

[0041] As described above, if an NFC tag is to be added, the NFC tag is placed between the smart sticker part (A) and the base sheet (40) when the base sheet (40) is attached to the smart sticker part (A) during this process.

[0042] The present invention, having such a configuration, is attached to a table in a restaurant where a contactless ordering system is established. The contactless ordering system includes a support server that is connected via a QR code (22) printed on a sticker and supports a customer in ordering food through a smartphone, and a store terminal for receiving information selected by the customer. The present invention is attached to each table in the restaurant using an adhesive layer formed on the bottom surface of a base sheet (40) and is used in the following manner.

[0043] A customer visiting a restaurant is guided to a table by a restaurant employee and takes a seat. Then, the customer scans the QR code (22) on the smart sticker attached to the table using a smartphone. When the customer scans the QR code (22), it connects to the restaurant's web browser, provides menu information, and the customer orders food through the restaurant's web browser. If an NFC tag is added to the smart sticker, the customer can order food using either the QR code or the NFC tag, depending on the type or performance of their smartphone. The information ordered by the customer is transmitted to the restaurant's terminal along with the table information, and the information regarding the customer's order and the table information is transmitted to the restaurant employees.

[0044] The smart sticker according to the present invention, having the above configuration, has the advantage that the printing part (20) containing a QR code (22) is covered by an epoxy resin layer (30), thereby preventing damage to the printing part (20) and providing a beautiful appearance. In particular, since the smart sticker part (A) containing the printing sheet (11), the printing part (20), and the epoxy resin layer (30) is attached to a hard base sheet (40), the sticker is prevented from deforming even when used for a long period of time. Furthermore, using this invention allows for convenient non-face-to-face ordering of food at restaurants, and in particular, since it can replace kiosks, it can reduce the cost burden for small business owners operating restaurants.

[0045] Hereinafter, other embodiments of the present invention will be described, but descriptions of configurations and effects identical to those of the previously described embodiments will be omitted.

[0046] FIG. 4 shows a second embodiment of the present invention, showing that the printing part (20) can be designed in various ways.

[0047] FIGS. 5 and FIGS. 6 are a perspective view and a side cross-sectional view of a third embodiment of the present invention, in which the present invention is exemplified as being applied to a pendant.

[0048] In this embodiment, a smart sticker is exemplified as being applied to a pendant. In this embodiment, an auxiliary sticker portion (B) is additionally attached to the bottom surface of the base sheet (40) of the aforementioned smart sticker, and a hole (60) is perforated for hanging a pendant string, which is a wearing means (62).

[0049] The above auxiliary sticker section (B) is also composed of a printing sheet (51), a printing section (52), and an epoxy resin layer (53), just like the smart sticker section (A), but a QR code is not necessarily required in the printing section (52) of the auxiliary sticker section (B).

[0050] And the hole (60) is perforated on one side of the smart sticker, and a pendant cord, which is a wearing means (62), is inserted into the hole (60). In this embodiment, since the present invention is exemplified as being applied to a pendant, the wearing means is exemplified as being made of a pendant cord.

[0051] In this embodiment, the present invention is exemplified as providing entertainment content (EC). To this end, the QR code or NFC tag of the smart sticker section (A) includes URL address information that provides videos or audio of celebrities, and when a user scans the QR code or tags the NFC tag with their smartphone, they can watch videos of celebrities or listen to songs. Additionally, the printing section (20, 52) of the smart sticker section (A) or auxiliary sticker section (B) is designed with photos of celebrities, etc., to match the services provided by the QR code or NFC tag.

[0052] In this way, when the present invention provides entertainment content (EC), the present invention is suitable for use as celebrity goods. It is convenient for the user to wear or carry the present invention and watch videos of celebrities or listen to music when needed. Additionally, since both the front and back surfaces of the pendant are made of sticker parts, the appearance is aesthetically pleasing and decorative. Furthermore, there is an advantage that the user can choose to wear the smart sticker part (A) or the auxiliary sticker part (B) facing forward, depending on their mood or fashion.

[0053] Although the present invention has been exemplified as providing entertainment content, it may also be used for corporate promotion or advertising. That is, URL address information providing specific company or product information may be included in the QR code or NFC tag of the smart sticker part (A), so that the user can receive information about the company or the company's products; in this case, the present invention is suitable for use in promotional purposes.

[0054] In addition, although the present invention is exemplified as being applied to a pendant in this embodiment, the present invention can be applied to various types of accessories such as bracelets, keyrings, and mobile phone straps, and depending on the type of accessory, a wearing means (62) is connected to the hole (60) in a different way. That is, when the present invention is applied to a bracelet, a bracelet string is connected to the hole (60), and when the present invention is applied to a keyring, a keyring loop is connected to the hole (60).

[0055] The present invention described above is not limited by the aforementioned embodiments and attached drawings, and it will be obvious to those skilled in the art that various substitutions, modifications, and changes are possible within the scope of the technical concept of the present invention.

[0056] The smart sticker and its manufacturing method according to the present invention, and the smart sticker accessory using the same, have very high industrial applicability in the following aspects.

[0057] First, small business owners or small restaurants that find it difficult to set up separate, expensive kiosk facilities can implement an efficient, low-cost contactless ordering and payment system by attaching the QR code and NFC-based smart stickers of the present invention to tables, etc.

[0058] Second, the manufacturing process of forming multiple printed sections on a printing sheet base paper, coating it with epoxy resin, and then combining it with a base sheet using a carrier sheet is a standardized process that facilitates mass production and provides a technical foundation for producing products of consistent quality while minimizing defect rates.

[0059] Third, it can be utilized as celebrity goods, corporate promotional items, and event promotion tools to immediately provide users with digital content such as videos, music, and product information. This goes beyond simple decorative accessories and forms a high-value-added accessory industry combined with information technology (IT).

[0060] Fourth, by preventing deformation and printing damage, which are disadvantages of conventional stickers, through a combined structure of an epoxy resin layer and a rigid base sheet, it possesses substantial commercial competitiveness in public places or the everyday accessory market where long-term use is required.

[0061] Therefore, the present invention has industrial applicability that allows for repeated production and use in a wide range of industrial fields, such as information and communication, printing and manufacturing, fashion accessories, and marketing services.

Claims

A smart sticker part (A) and a lower surface of the smart sticker part (A) attached to the lower surface of the lower surface It includes a base sheet (40) having an adhesive layer formed thereon, The smart sticker part (A) above is, Print sheet (11) and, A printing section (20) that is printed on the above-mentioned printing sheet (11) and includes a QR code (22), and A smart sticker characterized by including an epoxy resin layer (30) covering the above-mentioned printing part (20). A process of printing multiple printed portions (20) including QR codes (22) spaced apart from each other on a printed sheet base paper (10) laminated on a release film (2) with an adhesive layer formed on the bottom surface; A process of cutting along the perimeter of the printed portion (20) of the above-mentioned printed sheet base paper (10); A process of removing the blank portion excluding the portion where the printed portion (20) is formed from the above-mentioned printed sheet base paper (10) so that only the printed sheet (11) with the printed portion (20) printed thereon remains partially on the release film (2); A process of making smart sticker parts (A) by coating an epoxy resin on the upper surface of each of the above-mentioned printing parts (12) to form an epoxy resin layer (30); A process of attaching a carrier sheet (35) having an adhesive layer formed on its bottom surface to the upper surface of the smart sticker parts (A); A process of removing the release film (2) from the smart sticker parts (A) above; and A method for manufacturing a smart sticker, characterized by including the step of attaching a base sheet (40), which is made of a hard material and has a shape corresponding to the smart sticker parts (A), and has an adhesive layer formed on its upper and lower surfaces, to the lower surfaces of the smart sticker parts (A). A smart sticker part (A) comprising a printing sheet (11), a printing part (20) printed on the printing sheet (11) and including a QR code (22), and an epoxy resin layer (30) covering the printing part (20); A base sheet (40) attached to the bottom surface of the smart sticker part (A), with an adhesive layer formed on the bottom surface; An auxiliary sticker part (B) comprising a printing sheet (11), a printing portion (20) printed on the printing sheet (11), and an epoxy resin layer (30) covering the printing portion (20); and A smart sticker accessory characterized by including: a wearing means (62) that is fitted into a hole (60) formed in the above sticker part (A), the above base sheet (40), and the above auxiliary sticker part (B).

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