Percy Shaw

Inventor of the cat's eye

Percy Shaw - Scientists & Innovators born April 15th, 1890
Born
Died

1976
50 years ago — 86 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United Kingdom

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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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