Abstract: A visual recognition and identification apparatus comprising a mounting means adapted for placement on an object wherein said mounting means incorporates one or a plurality of light emitting diodes adapted to provide a visual signal characterised in that said LED's are mounted in, on, or connected to a printed circuit board, wherein said printed circuit board is surface modified to provide a distinct angle of mounting for one or a plurality of LED's to provide a highly defined focused viewing angle for said apparatus, wherein said mounting angle results in the focusing of said LED's at a defined focal point.

Abstract: A visual recognition and identification apparatus comprising a mounting means (2, 18) adapted for placement in a physical environment wherein the mounting means incorporates one or a plurality of light emitting diodes (1) adapted to provide a visual signal characterised in the light emitting diodes (1) are mounted and physically associated with the printed circuit circuit board (2, 18) wherein the printed circuit board (2, 18) has been modified to provide a distinct angle mounting for the light emitting diodes (1) to provide a defined viewing angle and wherein the printed circuit board (2, 18) is manufactured from the compliant material so as to allow the visual recognition and identification apparatus to be moulded and adapted to a number of environments including fixture to non flat surfaces, incorporation into clothing (19, 21), caps and badges by way of sewing or incorporation into a range of devices.