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Light-based incapacitating apparatus and method

US9857149B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 13, 2014
Grant dateJan 2, 2018
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Expiry dateFeb 1, 2036

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF21Y2115/10
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Apparatus and method for using a light source having spatially separated light emitting areas emitting light at different wavelengths to incapacitate a subject by a pattern of temporal flashing and/or color flashing of the light source. Reflectors adapted for use with spatially separated light substrates provide for light concentration from lower powered optical sources.

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