| abstract |
An aesthetically pleasing elastic film having three-dimensional characteristics is provided. In one embodiment, the two-dimensional ink structure is printed on an elastic film that is later activated, eg, by heat, which converts the two-dimensional ink structure on one or more external surfaces of the film into a three-dimensional structure. By selectively controlling the location and amount of applied ink, the film can have the desired hand feel without sacrificing the elastic properties of the film. In addition, the printing and activation of the ink can be controlled to increase the tear resistance of the film or conversely to allow the film to tear or peel in desired locations on demand. In another embodiment, an elastic film is laminated to the facing to form a laminate, wherein the outer surface of the film not in contact with the facing contains three-dimensional ink structures. |