A Programmable 2D/3D Anti-Counterfeiting System via Shape Memory Polymer with Surface Wrinkle and Fluorescence

Abstract

The issue of counterfeiting has always been a major challenge in today's society, putting forward high requirements for anti-counterfeiting technology. Here, a promising 2D/3D anti-counterfeiting security system is developed based on anthracene-functionalized poly(styrene-butadiene-styrene) (SBS-CAN), which possessed the physical unclonable self-wrinkling patterns, fluorescence, and shape memory behavior. By controlling the dimerization of anthracene groups with ultraviolet light and external pre-stretched operation, 2D information with surface wrinkle and fluorescence is achieved, allowing for the design of security systems based on actual needs. Furthermore, 3D structures constructed based on the shape memory behavior can further be utilized to encrypt these 2D information, enhancing the security level and weakening the cloneable risk of surface wrinkle and fluorescence for further. This programmable 2D/3D anti-counterfeiting system has multiple advantages over the commonly used fluorescent wrinkled tag or fluorescent shape memory label, providing an intelligent choice for high-security information carriers.