a printing device in which dots are made to implode , rather than explode when transformed into dye - laden gas . each of the plurality of dots having a smaller cross - section on the object than on the source and each have a concave silhouette . the plurality of dots also have a ring - shaped surface prior to transfer to a source , such as a transfer paper . in preferred embodiments this is accomplished by converting the dot profile to a concave silhouette or a hollow dot , which implodes upon itself when transformed into gas state by heat . it is further contemplated that the device , such as an ink jet printer or an electrostatic printer to transfer the dots to a fabric . preferably , the fabric is a clothing fabric , but can also include a wall paper fabric , and even carpet , paper , plastic , and powder coated metal .