Patents Assigned to California Optical
  • Ready reader eyeglasses with magnets recessed into front of frame, including carrying case and ferromagnetic strip
    Patent number: 6616274
    Abstract: Frames for ready reader eyeglasses are provided which include a permanent magnet protruding forwardly from the front frames adjacent each lense making the eyeglasses removably attachable to any ferromagnetic surface for temporary storage. A ferromagnetic strip is adhesively affixable to non-ferromagnetic surfaces such as computer monitors to allow attachment of the eyeglasses. A rigid carrying case with pocket clip protects the eyeglasses from damage during periods of non-use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 18, 2002
    Date of Patent: September 9, 2003
    Assignee: California Optical
    Inventors: Michael C. Sabia, Denise M. Nathanson