NCJ Number
231836
Journal
Journal of Forensic Identification Volume: 60 Issue: 5 Dated: September/October 2010 Pages: 547-555
Date Published
September 2010
Length
9 pages
Annotation
This study examined ReproRubber as a viable alternative for investigators to use in taking fingerprints of cadavers.
Abstract
ReproRubber is a synthetic material sold by Flexbar Corporation. It is routinely marketed as a casting material for replicating internal and external machinery parts. Its use in fingerprinting cadavers was investigated. Although fingerprint powder is significantly cheaper and more efficient when taking fingerprints (because no setting time is required), this research revealed that ReproRubber replicated more friction ridge detail, especially with digits that required rehydration. Tables, figures, and references (Published Abstract)