Method of making retroreflective elements

Details Method of making retroreflective elements Method of making retroreflective elements

1997-09-16

1999-08-24

Bell, Janyce

Coating processes

Optical element produced

Polarizer, windshield, optical fiber, projection screen, or...

404 14, 264 15, 427204, 427205, 427215, 427219, 427242, B05D 506, B22D 1101, C01F 1100

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ABSTRACT:
A method of making a ceramic retroreflective element having enhanced strength and increased retained reflectivity. The method of the present invention comprises forming retroreflective elements by the following steps:

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