Rotating reflective marker

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1999-05-12

2000-08-29

Phan, James

Optical: systems and elements

Signal reflector

Moving

359520, 404 9, G02B 512

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061097543

ABSTRACT:
A reflective marker is disclosed. The marker comprises at least one rotatable reflective element contained within an interior volume of an at least partially transparent container, such that the at least one reflective element is visible from outside the container. A drive motor is provided for rotating the at least one reflective element within the container to create a visually striking appearance. The drive motor is powered by at least one rechargeable power source; a recharging device is associated with the at least one rechargeable power source and further with at least one photovoltaic cell, the recharging device operative to recharge the at least one rechargeable power source using electricity supplied by the at least one photovoltaic cell.

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