Interpretation ID: nht88-3.46
TYPE: INTERPRETATION-NHTSA
DATE: 09/12/88
FROM: RUSSELL A. STORMS
TO: NAC EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OFFICE OF TRAFFIC OPERATIONS FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION
TITLE: NONE
ATTACHMT: ATTACHED TO LETTER DATED 08/17/89 FROM STEPHEN P. WOOD -- NHTSA TO RUSSELL STORMS; REDBOOK A34; STANDARD 125; VSA 108[B]; LETTER DATED 09/23/88 FROM HARRY B. SKINNER -- DOT TO RUSSELL A. STORMS
TEXT: Dear Sir or Madam:
We are writing pursuant to Section IA-6 of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices to obtain recognition for a new device designed to warn motorists of a hazardous situation.
We have a patent pending on a multiple-sided emergency traffic warning marker that is designed to be employed by a motorist immediately prior to the employment of flares or other warning devices. The marker is basically a tetrahedral configuration, cont oured and proportioned to ensure a warning display to oncoming vehicles when the marker is placed on a roadway surface (drawing attached).
The marker is basically of a "bean bag" nature that is foldable and stackable for easy transportation and storage in the vehicle when not in use and which is of relatively low cost so that a plurality of markers may be economically carried and deployed b y the vehicle driver. It is seven (7) inches in height and made of reflective material.
The primary advantage of this marker is that it can be employed quickly in the event of an emergency by a motorist and is not of an incendiary nature and can be safely stored in the passenger compartment of a vehicle. It is our opinion that this particu lar marker affords a measure of protection not available by other products currently available and would represent an improvement in traffic safety.
In closing, if we intend to bring this product to market, it is our understanding that your organization is the appropriate forum for approval of this product. Please advise us of a proper course of action necessary to gain this approval.
Thank you for your help.
Sincerely,
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