Belt over compliant roller used with molding roller

摘要

The invention relates to an apparatus and method of making a solid film. Viscous material ( 163 ) is input into a nip between a patterned roller ( 165 ) and a belt ( 167 ). The nip between the patterned roller ( 165 ) and belt ( 167 ) is facilitated by a compliant roller ( 169 ). Accordingly, a film may be produced that has discrete optical elements and a smooth backside.