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@article{197590,
        author = {Yashika S and Gayathri C and Abinesh M and Anjali.P},
        title = {A STUDY ON DEVELOPMENT OF LATENT FINGERPRINTS DEPOSITED ON GLASS SURFACE BURIED IN SOIL AT VARYING DEPTHS},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {11},
        pages = {7611-7614},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=197590},
        abstract = {Latent fingerprints serve as one of the most reliable forms of physical evidence in forensic science, playing a crucial role in personal identification and criminal investigations. This study examines the development of latent fingerprints deposited on glass surfaces buried in soil at varying depths using physical development techniques. Glass, being a non-porous surface, allows fingerprint residues such as sweat, oils, and amino acids to remain on its surface, making it suitable for fingerprint recovery. The research focuses on how deposition pressure and environmental conditions, particularly burial depth in soil, influence the clarity and visibility of fingerprint ridge patterns. Fingerprints were deposited on clean glass surfaces using different pressure levels and subsequently buried at varying depths to simulate real-world forensic conditions. After retrieval, powder dusting techniques were employed to develop the latent prints. Observations revealed that fingerprints deposited with moderate pressure exhibited the highest clarity, while those deposited with very light pressure were faint and difficult to develop. Additionally, increased burial depth and environmental exposure affected residue preservation, thereby influencing print quality. The findings highlight the importance of deposition pressure and environmental factors in forensic fingerprint recovery and reinforce the effectiveness of physical development methods in crime scene investigations.},
        keywords = {Latent fingerprints, Glass surface, Soil burial depth, Fingerprint powder technique.},
        month = {April},
        }