April 1, 1984

Marvin Pinsky patented the official pedestrian traffic light system, enhancing urban safety measures across the globe.

Washington, D.C., United States | U.S. Patent Office

Watercolor painting based depiction of Marvin Pinsky patented the official pedestrian traffic light system, enhancing urban safety measures across the globe. (1984)

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