Retroreflective article having at least one valve and method...

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2007-08-07

2007-08-07

Cherry, Euncha P. (Department: 2872)

Optical: systems and elements

Signal reflector

Including a curved refracting surface

Reexamination Certificate

active

10989667

ABSTRACT:
A retroreflective article having at least one valve is disclosed. Each valve may include a channel extending from a first major surface to a second major surface of the retroreflective material, and at least one movable member proximate the channel. The at least one movable member is movable between a closed position and an open position. When in the closed position, the at least one movable member obstructs at least a portion of the channel. A method of making a retroreflective article having at least one valve is also disclosed.

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