Flashing beacon
US8269654B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 12, 2011 |
| Grant date | Sep 18, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 12, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG08G1/095
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A flashing beacon may include a signal unit, a control unit associated with the signal unit, a solar panel or collector, and an activation device that may all be mounted or otherwise positioned on a post of a roadway sign. Light units associated with the signal unit may be programmed to flash on and off in a unique wig-wag pattern. Further, a light bar may also be used with the beacon to generate an intense flash of light soon after activation of the beacon as an additional means of grabbing the attention of the operator of a vehicle.
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