| abstract |
The present invention relates to a layer structure, preferably hinges, particularly preferably book covers, very particularly preferably book covers for identity documents and security documents, comprising at least one outer layer comprising at least one thermoplastic elastomer, preferably thermoplastic polyurethane a) and at least one layer b) comprising at least one material selected from the group consisting of polymers, metals, textiles, paper and synthetic paper or a combination of at least two of them, as well as laminates comprising the above-mentioned layer structures and methods for their production. The invention further relates to the use of said layer structures and/or laminates for the production of hinges, preferably multilayer book covers, especially for security documents and identity documents. |