Next Generation Adhesive Seal

The Next Generation Adhesive Seal project has developed a pressure-sensitive adhesive seal designed for high-security applications, such as potential treaty monitoring and verification applications as well as other applications that require high-confidence chain of custody. The new seal incorporates security, integrity, and authenticity features to allow it to be reliably deployed in many scenarios. A critical component is a robust adhesive that adheres to a wide range of materials and maintains a high level of adhesion over a broad range of operational conditions. It provides indication for proper application, tampering, and exposure to solvents. There are multiple means to confirm the seal identity, with and without supporting technology. This talk will present the high-level design requirements, the various features of the seal, an overview of the testing, and the current design of the seal.