A process and retroreflective elements are provided. The process of preparing a retroreflective element includes the steps of: (a) combining a bed of optical elements and one or more core elements comprising a thermoplastic material; and (b) agitating the combination of optical elements and core elements for a sufficient period of time and at a sufficient temperature to coat the optical elements onto the core elements to form retroreflective elements.
申请公布号
CA2226222(A1)
申请公布日期
1997.02.06
申请号
CA19962226222
申请日期
1996.06.05
申请人
MINNESOTA MINING AND MANUFACTURING COMPANY
发明人
HACHEY, KATHLEEN A.;KUSILEK, THOMAS V.;BESCUP, TERRANCE L.;STUMP, LARRY K.