{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/65d52481498c2900162b091c/673d190eb1e4e2505aead496?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Taking Printing to the Next Level: Tattoos, Passports & Money","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/65d52481498c2900162b091c/1732057250200-c3d4f98f-6d9a-4ef1-8094-7262322e1b91.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>The Intricacies of Modern Passports, Tattoos, and Money Production</p><p>In this enlightening episode, hosts Ajay and Loong delve into the complex world of passport design and fabrication, discussing the polycarbonate materials, security features, and the UV-sensitive landscapes of Australia's new R-series passport. They also explore how new technology and persistent methods protect our modern banknotes from counterfeiting, illustrating the sophisticated multi-step printing process of Australia's monetary system. Transitioning to tattoo science, they explain the biological mechanisms that anchor tattoos permanently to the skin, and discuss the advancements in tattoo removal techniques, including the shift from Q-switch to picosecond lasers. Additionally, they briefly touch on some tech trends, including the resurgence of vinyl records and the archaic systems still in use in San Francisco's transport agency.</p><p><br></p><p>Check out Ajay’s Stuff:</p><p>EntryLevel: https://entrylevel.net</p><p>Website: https://ajays.quest</p><p><br></p><p>Check out Loong’s Stuff:</p><p>QDX: https://www.qdx.co/ </p><p>Automera: https://automeratx.com/</p><p><br></p><p>TIMESTAMPS:</p><p>00:00 Introduction to the New Passport Features</p><p>00:38 Welcome to Technocracy Podcast</p><p>00:54 Fun Facts and Intro Segments</p><p>01:16 The Resurgence of Vinyl Records</p><p>03:46 Old School Tech: Floppy Disks and Legacy Systems</p><p>07:41 The Challenges of Modern Technology</p><p>12:04 The Future of Coding Languages</p><p>12:46 Exploring Quick Ways to Make Money</p><p>12:59 The New Australian Passport</p><p>15:10 Security Features of the New Passport</p><p>18:22 The New Australian Money</p><p>25:23 Polypropylene Banknote Production</p><p>26:14 Adding Colors and Special Patterns</p><p>27:23 Security Features and Practicality of Banknotes</p><p>29:43 Global Comparison of Currency Durability</p><p>31:50 Introduction to Tattoo Technology</p><p>36:55 Tattoo Removal Techniques</p><p>47:59 Pros and Cons of Tattoos</p><p>51:26 Outro and Subscription Request</p>","author_name":"Ajay Prakash and Loong Wang"}