Percy Shaw

Inventor of the cat's eye

Percy Shaw - Inventor of the cat's eye
Born

April 15th, 1890
134 years ago

Died

1976
49 years ago — 86 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United Kingdom

Links & References

An English businessman developed a reflective road safety device that improved visibility for drivers at night. The device, called the cat's eye, consisted of a pair of reflective lenses mounted in a rubber housing. This invention increased road safety and gained widespread adoption in the UK and beyond. Originally patented in the 1930s, the cat's eye significantly reduced accidents by enhancing lane visibility during low-light conditions. Shaw's company continued to produce cat's eyes for decades.

Invented the cat's eye in 1934

Founded the company Reflecting Road Studs Ltd

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