Abstract: Diffuse reflective materials proximate to a structure formed by thermally induced phase separation of a thermoplastic polymer and a diluent providing enhanced flexibility and reflectivity especially in the visible wavelengths of 380-730 nanometers are described. Such materials find a wide variety of application among combinations with other reflective layers. The diffuse reflective articles are useful in backlight units of liquid crystal displays, lights, copy machines, projection system displays, facsimile apparatus, electronic blackboards, diffuse white standards, photographic lights and the like.

Abstract: Polyvinyl chloride (“PVC”) compositions and articles are provided which are suitable for fabricating flexible, reflective roll-up roadway signs in which a fluorescent perylene imide dye is present in the PVC reflective layer. The compositions afford enhanced fluorescence durability of perylene imide fluorescent dyes in the articles through the combination of a polymeric hindered amine light stabilizing compound having molecular weight greater about 1500, and a benzophenone ultraviolet absorbing compound. The compositions and articles preferably further comprise a polymeric plasticizer having molecular weight in the range of about 2000 to about 8000 to provide enhanced retention of retroreflectivity in flexible PVC highway signs.

Abstract: To provide a retroreflective sheet which is suitable for co-molding by injection molding or the like, wherein the retroreflective sheet can be laid within a mold and molded with a resin to form a molded product, and, after molding, the sheet retains a significant portion of its reflection luminance and appearance as compared with the reflection luminance value before molding. A retroreflective sheet used for a co-molding, comprising a metallic reflective layer, a microspherical lens layer disposed as a single layer, and a transparent focal resin layer disposed between the reflective layer and the microspherical lens layer, in which the focal resin layer comprises a mixture of cellulose ester and polyvinyl butyral resin.

Abstract: A retroreflector is provided with a substrate over which a moveable micromirror is formed. The moveable micromirror is adapted to be tilted into at least two distinct positions. A multimirror stack is also positioned on the substrate. The multimirror stack includes multiple fixed structures bonded together. Each of the fixed structures has a reflective surface, and the multimirror stack is configured with respect to the moveable micromirror to provide retroreflection paths. An optical ray incident at a predetermined angle with respect to the substrate is subjected to retroreflection for at least two distinct positions of the moveable micromirror. Each retroreflection includes a reflection off the moveable micromirror and a reflection off one of the fixed structures.

Abstract: A vehicle lamp assembly includes a housing and an LED lamp carried in the housing. A signal mirror, includes a mirror; and an LED lamp. The LED lamp includes a heat extraction member.

Abstract: The present invention provides a reflective marker such as is used to delineate the location of a road, driveway or parking area. A reflective marker according to the invention includes a support post and a head fastened to the support post. The head includes a top portion and a bottom portion that are spanned by a generally cylindrical shell portion, which is preferably multi-faceted. Means are disposed on the shell portion for reflecting incident light directed thereat over a 360° range. Preferably, the reflective means comprises reflective tape having a width of from about 1.5 to about 3.5 inches. In the presently most preferred embodiment of the invention, the head is constructed of a polymeric material, and the support post is constructed of fiberglass.

Abstract: A system and method for accurate measurement of distance and location of an object. The system comprises low-cost optical signal generators, aligned in a known configuration, to project a two-dimensional geometric figure on the object to be measured, or on a target attached to the object. The system captures an image of the projected figure, determines the exact geometry (e.g., area or circumference) of the figure, and calculates the exact distance to the object based on comparison of that geometry to the known configuration of the laser line generators. The invention simultaneously determines relative X and Y position of the object, thereby giving accurate X, Y, and Z coordinates.

Abstract: A movable body detecting device and a road-curve mirror with a radio wave reflection plate for allowing a reception side movable body present at a position where the movable body is hidden from a transmission side movable body to accurately receive movable body detecting radio waves transmitted from the transmission side movable body by making use of a road-curve mirror. A radio wave reflection plate for reflecting radio waves, being transmitted from one movable body A and received by another movable body B so that the reception side movable body detects the presence of the transmission side movable body, is mounted in a road-curve mirror provided on such a road to assist an individual in navigating an intersection.

Abstract: A composite sheet having the capability of having embossed therein a holographic image or diffraction grating image has a structure of multiple layers including a plastic film carrier, lacquer, metal and, optionally, a lacquer overlay. It may be adhered to a substrate without the necessity of removing the plastic film carrier and may have a holographic image embossed therein during the step of adhering or in a separate operation at a different time and may have printing applied to the layer of metal or to the lacquer overlay.

Abstract: In a self-service health parameter measuring apparatus and method, a person's elbow is placed at a spatial reference point, and means surrounding a user's forearm locate an infrared body fat apparatus measurement point at a substantially fixed distance from the spatial reference point. Motor drive means adjustably tighten or loosen a cuff around an upper arm so that measurements on each user are made at substantially the same pressure of the measuring apparatus against a forearm irrespective of the size of the arm. In a preferred form, the preselected measurement pressure is achieved by inflating the cuff to a maximum level, and allowing deflation. Measurement is made when a lower, second preselected level is reached. Blood pressure is also measured in connection with the inflation and deflation operation. Further health parameters may be measured.

Abstract: To provide a retroreflective sheet which is suitable for co-molding by injection molding or the like, wherein the retroreflective sheet can be laid within a mold and molded with a resin to form a molded product, and, after molding, the sheet retains a significant portion of its reflection luminance and appearance as compared with the reflection luminance value before molding.

Abstract: This invention relates to retroreflective sheeting which has an image, such as an image. More specifically, the image has varying appearance at different angles of view. The retroreflective sheeting has a layer of transparent microsphere lenses, a transparent polymeric spacing layer underlying, contacting, and conforming to the bottom of the lenses, the spacing and conformation of which is critical to the optimal performance of the retroreflective article, a reflective layer having a top surface in contact with the back surface of the spacing layer and a topcoat and/or cover sheet overlying and conforming to the top surfaces of the lenses and having a flat top surface or face. In another embodiment, the retroreflective sheeting includes a pressure sensitive adhesive underlying and in contact with the reflective layer. The retroreflective sheeting has an image whose proportions are determined by a non-conformity of the reflective and spacing layer to the bottom of the lenses.

Abstract: A movable body detecting device and a road-curve mirror with a radio wave reflection plate for allowing a reception side movable body present at a position where the movable body is hidden from a transmission side movable body to accurately receive movable body detecting radio waves transmitted from the transmission side movable body by making use of a road-curve mirror. A radio wave reflection plate for reflecting radio waves, being transmitted from one movable body A and received by another movable body B so that the reception side movable body detects the presence of the transmission side movable body, is mounted in a road-curve mirror provided on such a road to assist an individual in navigating an intersection.

Abstract: A light-reflective path-marking clip includes a reflective element connected to a clip portion and can be attached to bushes, tree branches, or high grasses to mark a path into and out of woods or thickets to enable hunters, bird watchers, hikers, campers, and others to find their way in and out of the woods day or night.

Abstract: A reflector apparatus with a reflector, in particular a parabolic mirror, with a plastic layer, on which a plastic sheet with a metal structure is provided, and with a casing consisting of two hollow cylinders which can be arranged inside one another and between which the reflector is held is provided, wherein the reflector comprises a further plastic layer which forms a substantially hollow cylindrical collar on the edge of the reflector and wherein this collar is held between the hollow cylinders of the casing.

Abstract: To provide a retroreflective sheet which is suitable for co-molding by injection molding or the like, wherein the retroreflective sheet can be laid within a mold and molded with a resin to form a molded product, and, after molding, the sheet retains a significant portion of its reflection luminance and appearance as compared with the reflection luminance value before molding. A retroreflective sheet used for a co-molding, comprising a metallic reflective layer, a microspherical lens layer disposed as a single layer, and a transparent focal resin layer disposed between the reflective layer and the microspherical lens layer, in which the focal resin layer comprises a mixture of cellulose ester and polyvinyl butyral resin.

Abstract: A road safety reflector assembly has a pair of oppositely disposed finger cradles with a hollow, reinforceable housing, which has one or two reflectors mounted therein.

Abstract: Retroreflective sheeting and articles are formed in which the size of the retroreflective and non-retroreflective surfaces may be varied across an array of microprisms. This is accomplished by varying the location of the reflective coating applied to the microprism side facets, such that, some prism side facets are completely coated with reflective material while others are coated only at the apex area; and still others are coated with a non-reflective coatings, such as, a colored adhesive.

Abstract: A process for making a light-reflective bicycle frame and a light-reflective bicycle frame made therefrom are provided. The process includes: preparing a bicycle frame, providing a transparent adhesive layer on the bicycle frame, spreading uniformly light-reflective particles on the transparent adhesive layer to form a light-reflective particle layer which is substantially free of any superimposed or overlapping particles, and providing a transparent protective layer on the light-reflective particle layer.

Abstract: An imaging element is disposed on a front surface of a retroreflective sheeting to form an image-displaying sheeting. The imaging element includes a light-transmitting prismatic sheeting that has a surface provided with a plurality of parallel prisms. The imaging element also includes an adhesive layer that adheres the prismatic sheeting to the front surface of the retroreflective sheeting. At least a portion of the imaging element is shaped in the form of indicia. In some cases the prismatic sheeting itself is shaped in the form of indicia. In other cases the imaging element includes a light-transmitting colored layer disposed on the front surface of the retroreflective sheeting and shaped in the form of indicia. In the latter case, the prismatic sheeting can be shaped as before to match the indicia-shaped colored layer, or it can extend continuously across the entire retroreflective sheeting.

Abstract: The present invention provides and employs a very thin yet highly light reflective material for use in providing diffuse reflectivity of light, especially in tightly confined applications such as in laptop computer displays. The present invention uses an expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) comprising a microstructure of polymeric nodes and fibrils combined with a coating or filler of material having a high index of refraction, such as titanium dioxide. The material of the present invention demonstrates exceptional diffuse reflectivity across a wide spectrum of visible and infrared light. Additionally, the material of the present invention provides many properties that have been previously unavailable in thin, highly diffuse reflective material, including a high degree of malleability, moldability and flexibility, and effective reflectivity even at very thin cross-sections.

Abstract: The present invention is an improved material and method for use for providing diffuse transflectance of light. By employing an expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) comprising a microstructure of polymeric nodes and fibrils, the material of the present invention demonstrates exceptional diffuse reflectivity and transmission of light across a wide spectrum of ultraviolet, visible, and infrared light. Additionally, the material of the present invention provides many properties that have been previously unavailable in highly diffuse transflective material, including a high degree of malleability, moldability and flexibility, and effective reflectivity even at relatively thin cross-sections.

Abstract: Diffuse reflective materials attached to a structure formed by thermally induced phase separation of a thermoplastic polymer and a diluent providing enhanced flexibility and reflectivity especially in the visible wavelengths of 380-730 nanometers are described. Such materials find a wide variety of application among combinations with other reflective layers. The diffuse reflective articles are useful in backlight units of liquid crystal displays, lights, copy machines, projection system displays, facsimile apparatus, electronic blackboards, diffuse white standards, photographic lights and the like.

Abstract: An electromagnetic signaling reflector includes a housing (30) having an active position and a stowed position. A plurality of reflective surfaces (32) are contained in the housing (30) and the plurality of reflective surfaces (32) form a retroreflector (34). A modulation device (40) is coupled to the reflective surfaces (32).

Abstract: A fluorescent yellow article containing a blend of an N,N'-disubstituted 3,4:9,10-perylenebis(dicarboximide) dye and a fluorescent yellow-green dye soluble in a polymeric matrix and meeting the chromaticity requirements of CIE and ASTM and having a fluorescence luminance factor of greater than 5, as well as a method of preparing such articles is described. Also described is a fluorescent retroreflective article containing a color layer having first and second sides, wherein the article includes retroreflective elements on one side of the color layer or a retroreflective base sheet disposed on one side of the color layer, where the color layer includes the above-mentioned fluorescent yellow article.

Abstract: The present invention is an improved material and method for use for providing diffuse reflectivity of light in backlighted visual displays, such as liquid crystal displays (LCD) employed in a wide variety of applications. By employing an expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) comprising a microstructure of polymeric nodes and fibrils, the material of the present invention demonstrates exceptional diffuse reflectivity across a wide spectrum of visible light. Additionally, the material of the present invention provides many properties that have been previously unavailable in highly diffuse reflective material, including a high degree of malleability, moldability and flexibility, and effective reflectivity even at relatively thin cross-sections.

Abstract: A road surface light reflector is provided for use in complementary recesses in roads, to indicate the position of centerlines or sidelines on roads in a nocturnal environment by reflecting the light emitted by the headlights of incoming vehicles. The reflector has a discoid main body which is destined to be embedded into a road hole, so as to form a flat exposed top surface therewith, thus not protruding above the road level. The reflector main body is made of rubber, and its top portion comprises small glass particles embedded therein and covering the reflector exposed top surface, for providing a reflective exposed top surface. An alternate embodiment provides glass particles mixed throughout the whole depth of the rubber main body. The rubber main body is fixedly anchored inside its hole through the instrumentality of glue. The reflector according to the invention thus has a low production cost and can be used on roads that are likely to be snow plowed, since it does not protrude above the road level.

Abstract: A retroreflective sheeting material comprising at least one retroreflective optical system (200, 300, 400) consisting of an entrance transmission optical element (201, 301) for receiving and focusing incident electromagnetic radiation from an irradiation source, and a reflective optical element (205, 405) for reflecting the incident electromagnetic radiation back toward the irradiation source; said reflective optical element being positioned in or near the effective focal point of the transmission optical element and the space between the optical elements optionally being constituted by a spacing material (202); wherein at least one of the optical elements (205, 301, 405) is a diffractive optical element, the reflective optical element (205, 405) for substantially all angles of incidence sends at least a part of the incident electromagnetic radiation back along the direction of the incoming chief ray (204), and the reflective optical element does not exclusively consist of a specular mirror type reflective op

Abstract: A retroreflective element which may be used in pavement markings comprising a core having (a) a central layer having first and second major surfaces and at least one vertical surface, (b) a barrier layer applied to the first major surface, and (c) a barrier layer applied to the second major surface; and a plurality of optical elements embedded in the vertical surface(s) of the central layer.

Abstract: This relates to a system for and method of illuminating a sign, so that drivers and observers may easily recognize and read the sign and billboard. The apparatus employs an external illumination source that is easy to inspect and maintain. The illumination source and the sign or billboard are separately installed from each other. Light emitted from the illumination source forms an incident angle (.theta.) in the range of 0.degree. to about 30.degree. at any point on the road sign. A road sign area of the sign is made of a retroreflective sheet having a wide observation angle.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for a single panel projector, for projecting images having a plurality of color components, include a mechanism for deflecting light into a plurality of directions, and a light panel for receiving the light deflected by the deflecting mechanism. The deflecting mechanism includes a transparent optical medium having a nonuniform thickness, in which light beams enter through a center opening of the medium and exit at areas along a side of the medium.

Abstract: The present invention is an improved material and method for use for providing diffuse transflectance of light. By employing an expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) comprising a microstructure of polymeric nodes and fibrils, the material of the present invention demonstrates exceptional diffuse reflectivity and transmission of light across a wide spectrum of ultraviolet, visible, and infrared light. Additionally, the material of the present invention provides many properties that have been previously unavailable in highly diffuse transflective material, including a high degree of malleability, moldability and flexibility, and effective reflectivity even at relatively thin cross-sections.

Abstract: A signal mirror assembly has a laminated sandwich construction and includes a transparent center sighting disk. The disk interconnects a relatively thick plastic front sheet with a thin rear plastic sheet to provide enhanced structural integrity and to eliminate potential interference due to condensation. A retrodirective wire screen provides enhanced viewfinding capabilities and is centered within an opening in the adhesive sheet that bonds the plastic sheets together. Reinforcing rods along the horizontal sides of the mirror are rigidly anchored along a center portion and resiliently connected at opposite ends to limit warping over time while allowing for correction of focus by bending, if necessary. Optionally, the mirror may include foam pads for buoyancy.

Abstract: A fluorescent yellow article comprising polyolefin copolymer, perylene imide dye N,N'-bis(2,6-di-isopropylphenyl)-3,4:9,10-perylenebis(dicarboximide), and at least one yellow-green dye selected from the group consisting essentially of Lumogen F Yellow 083, CI Solvent Yellow 98, CI Solvent Yellow 160:1, Oraset Yellow 8GF, CI Solvent Green 4, CI Solvent Green 5, CI Pigment Yellow 101 and CI Solvent Yellow 131 wherein the resultant article has chromaticity coordinates (x,y) within the area defined by (0.425,0.480), (0.465,0.535), (0.557,0.440), and (0.500,0.410) in terms of the CIE 1931 Standard Colorimetric System and measured using 0/45 geometry and evaluated with CIE Standard Illuminant D65.

Abstract: A reflective element mountable to a post comprises a body member having an internal keyway formed therein for sliding over the post. A bore is provided, preferably transversely through the body member, and is dimensioned to receive either a pin or a bolt which locks the element to the post. The body member in preferred form is cylindrical in shape. A reflective material such as in sheet form is wrapped around the outer surface of the body member. Thereby, the element is capable of reflecting light incident on its surface from 360 degrees around the element. The body of the element may be readily manufactured from a non-corroding plastic material as to provide years of service. By the construction of the element, it is also easily attached to a typical post used as a highway marker, such as a studded T-post.

Abstract: A reflector road sign including a reflector body made of a tempered glass having Fe.sub.2 O.sub.3 content below 0.3%, a casing made to receive the reflector body, a solar lighting system installed in the reflector body, the solar lighting system including a LED (light emitting diode) lamp, a solar cell assembly, a rechargeable battery connected to the solar cell assembly, a control circuit connected to the rechargeable battery and the LED lamp and controlling the LED lamp to operate when the intensity of ambient light drops below a predetermined level, and a reflecting device mounted around the LED lamp to reflect light in desired directions.

Abstract: A light reflecting and accumulating member includes a reflecting member, an accumulating member, and a stopping member. The reflecting member has an accumulating member mounting part sunk from the surface, and a reflecting area on the entire circumference of the accumulating member mounting part on the face side, and a stopping member mounting part sunk from the back side, on the back side. By adhering the accumulating member to the accumulating member mounting part, the peripheral edge of the accumulating member sinks from the surface of the reflecting member. The stopping member has a stopping piece for detachably fixing to the member to be mounted, and a connection piece, and by adhering the connection piece to the stopping member mounting part of the reflecting member, the peripheral edge of the connection piece sinks from the back side of the reflecting member.

Abstract: The subject invention comprises a light-reflective device comprising an article made of light-reflecting material to which is attached fastening means rotatably mounted thereto. Because of the moveable features of the fastening means of the subject invention, the article may be attached to varying objects in varying positions with respect thereto. For example, the reflective device may be worn by a jogger on his or her clothing. In addition, the device may be easily attached to a sneaker or a sock or a bicycle or a baby carriage and the like. Furthermore, because the reflective surface moves in varying positions relative to the fastening means, as the object to which it is attached moves (for example, a jogger), light, impacting upon the surface of the light-reflective device, is reflected in a pulsating manner thereby rendering the object more visible to an oncoming observer.

Abstract: A fluorescent yellow article comprising polyolefin copolymer, perylene imide dye N,N'-bis(2,6-di-isopropylphenyl)-3,4:9,10-perylenebis(dicarboximide), and at least one yellow-green dye selected from the group consisting essentially of Lumogen F Yellow 083, CI Solvent Yellow 98, CI Solvent Yellow 160:1, Oraset Yellow 8GF, CI Solvent Green 4, CI Solvent Green 5, CI Pigment Yellow 101 and CI Solvent Yellow 131 wherein the resultant article has chromaticity coordinates (x,y) within the area defined by (0.425,0.480), (0.465,0.535), (0.557,0.440), and (0.500,0.410) in terms of the CIE 1931 Standard Colorimetric System and measured using 0/45 geometry and evaluated with CIE Standard Illuminant D65.

Abstract: An enhanced daytime and nighttime visibility marker for electrical lines is disclosed in two embodiments. Both embodiments are shaped to give visibility from all angles and to allow smooth covering with retroreflective tape. One embodiment includes a continuous burning interior light for maximum nighttime visibility.

Abstract: A spoke mounted bicycle reflector having first, second, and third reflective members. The first reflective member has two, generally parallel, reflective faces. The second and third reflective members have two, generally parallel, faces but only one face of each is reflective. The second and third reflective members extend outward from the first reflective member so that the faces of the second and third reflective members are in a substantially perpendicular orientation to the faces of the first reflective member, and so that the longitudinal axis of each is aligned with the longitudinal axis of the first reflective member. The mount of outward extension of the second and third reflective members can be fixed or slidably adjustable in position in relation to the first reflective member. The first and second reflective members produce a mono-directional flashing effect when the wheel is rotated in the presence of a light source.

Abstract: Retroreflective articles for life saving devices at sea are described comprising a layer of a pressure-sensitive adhesive made using a solvent-free hot melt process which employs as starting material a tackified non-thermoplastic hydrocarbon elastomer. The process employs a continuous compounding device that has a sequence of alternating conveying and processing zones.

Abstract: A method and apparatus is described for producing a signaling device which uses sunlight or moonlight to signal a target by retroreflecting light through a window provided on the light reflective material of a mirror. A specular light reflective material with an opening coincident with the first opening is provided on the light reflective side of the mirror to aid in alignment of the mirror with the target.

Abstract: The present invention is an improved material and method for use for providing diffuse reflectivity of light. By employing an expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) comprising a microstructure of polymeric nodes and fibrils, the material of the present invention demonstrates exceptional diffuse reflectivity across a wide spectrum of visible and infrared light. Additionally, the material of the present invention provides many properties that have been previously unavailable in highly diffuse reflective material, including a high degree of malleability, moldability and flexibility, and effective reflectivity even at relatively thin cross-sections.

Abstract: An improved cooled high power laser mirror system is described which uses a ilicon mirror face with an attached silicon nitride based heat exchanger assembly. The silicon nitride provides a high strength, high toughness, and stiff backup assembly. The particular silicon nitride system is microstructurally engineered to provide a thermal expansion match to silicon designed to insure high quality bonding and minimum mirror distortion.

Abstract: Light reflective buttons according to this invention are made from a plurality of fused strata, the top stratum having an exposed reflective area, preferably of pleochroic or dichroic material in a plane. Manufacture of the buttons involves stacking the top stratum with the reflective area exposed on top of a sub-stratum, and then heating the complex to a temperature sufficient to fuse the stack. During fusion, the stack forms a dome with a flat base. Sub-strata may be added to the stack as needed prior to heating for strength and/or aesthetic purposes. Preferably the strata are all glass, with the top stratum being a cut or otherwise shaped piece of sheet glass commonly known as "dichroic glass." For a reflective area comprised of a plane of pleochroic or dichroic crystalline material, the temperature at which fusion of the strata occurs is too low to melt the crystalline plane, and so it is substantially unaffected by the heating.

Abstract: A signal mirror includes an irradiation device for reflecting incident light by a same reflection function as a plane mirror and irradiating reflected light to an irradiation target; and an optical axis finding device including a sheet having at least a surface on an irradiation device side as a retroreflection face, for reflecting incident light incident on the sheet from the irradiation device side in an opposite direction to the irradiation target using retroreflection and reflection by the irradiation device, thereby ensuring finding of an optical axis of reflected light irradiated on the irradiation target by the irradiation device. The reflected light can be irradiated on the irradiation target by the irradiation device while the optical axis of the reflected light is found by the optical axis finding device.

Abstract: A reflector tape assembly includes a reflective tape, a release liner, and a protective liner. The protective liner is attached to the reflective surface of the reflective tape. The protective liner protects the reflective surface of the reflective tape from scratches and other damage or contamination occurring during shipping, handling, and assembly. The protective liner is removed after the illuminator system is installed in the machine. The release liner protects the adhesive surface of the reflective tape during handling. The release liner ensures that the adhesive surface does not lose any tackiness or otherwise become damaged so as to have adhesion failure due to contamination during shipping and handling.

Abstract: A reflecting material, especially for display signs and road signs, is in the form of a plate (20) which is made of a transparent material and has a front surface (21) and, substantially parallel thereto, a reflecting rear surface (22). The rear surface has juxtaposed reflectors (23) with a reflecting surface coating (24). The reflectors are concave, as seen from the front surface of the plate, and so designed that light rays having an angle of incidence of about 7.degree.-65.degree. are reflected at an angle of reflection of about 0.degree. to the normal of the front surface of the plate.

Abstract: A base adapted to be mounted on a vehicle supports a light source for generating a rotating light beam. A dome-shaped lens is positioned on the base over the light source to form an enclosure for the light source. A coating may be located on the top of the lens to prevent light passing therethrough and into the passenger compartment. Multiple flashes are created by a reflector positioned adjacent the rear portion of the lens to reflect the rotating beam as a plurality of discrete flashes within a sector relative to the base. A filter generally having a contour of the front portion of the lens may be mounted thereon. The multiple flashes may be of different colors depending on the range of wavelength of light transmitted by the lens and filter and reflected by the reflector. A person viewing the light sees at least four discrete flashes of light which may be of varying colors.