DataLase to Help Send RFID Tags Into Space

The tags and disks have been marked with 2D codes and text and will be attached to the outside of the ISS for a full year. During this time, they will be exposed to extreme levels of ultraviolet radiation, atomic oxygen, hard vacuum and contamination.

Researchers specifically chose the DataLase® GUARDMARK™ solution for this job because of its capacity to create high-quality, indelible marks capable of withstanding the extreme conditions found in space. The technique achieves a faster and higher quality print than traditional inkjet marking counterparts. Marks created are also tamper proof, making this solution ideal for the application.