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Retroreflective sheeting

US4725494A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 8, 1985
Grant dateFeb 16, 1988
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Expiry dateMay 8, 2005

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T428/31601
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A retroreflective sheeting utilizing a particular polymer as the bead bond layer is disclosed. The polymeric bead bond comprises urethane and urea linkages, and has a stage prior to thermosetting in which it may be softened by the application of heat and in which it has a relatively nontacky character. The retroreflective sheeting disclosed possesses the unique combination of high reflectance and superior exterior durability.

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