Signalling device
US4622494A · kind A · utility
Inventor
Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 19, 1986 |
| Grant date | Nov 11, 1986 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 19, 2006 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60Q1/2615
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An auxiliary signalling and warning device for utilization on vehicles which make wide turns comprising a main body section that is at least partially reflectorized and a light lens member that is adapted to be secured to the main body section so as to form an enclosure. The light lens member is provided with a written message indicating that the vehicle negotiates wide turns. Light bulb retaining means is provided in the main body section for receiving and retaining light bulbs. Electrical connections from the light bulbs are adapted to interact with the existing vehicle directional turn signal lights. The enclosure is adapted for mounting to the rear of the vehicle so as to provide a highly visible flashing warning to following traffic.
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