Patents by Inventor Homer E. Richer

Homer E. Richer has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 5628797
    Abstract: An anterior chamber intraocular lens implant which is donut-shaped and lacks refractive power in the portion covering the pupil of the eye. The lens includes a circular joint, or hinge, and locking latch for pivoting the two members forming the implant from a first, open position to a second, closed position. Additionally, minute, soft circular haptics are provided for keeping the lens flexible and in position and which allow only those spots to touch the angle structures of the eye. This lens is made of several basic colors that will give the appearance of a different color to an individuals iris.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 23, 1996
    Date of Patent: May 13, 1997
    Inventor: Homer E. Richer