Retroreflective article comprising a copolyester ether...

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2006-07-28

2010-11-30

McNeil, Jennifer C (Department: 1783)

Stock material or miscellaneous articles

Structurally defined web or sheet

Including variation in thickness

C428S172000, C428S167000, C359S529000, C359S530000

Reexamination Certificate

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07842374

ABSTRACT:
A retroreflective article that includes a first layer that includes a copolyester ether composition, and a second layer that includes a retroreflective structure juxtaposed in at least a partially overlying relationship to the first layer is disclosed. Also disclosed is a method of forming a retroreflective article that includes providing at least a copolyester ether composition layer, and providing a retroreflective structure in a juxtaposed and at least partially overlying relationship to the composition layer.

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