Patents by Inventor Alan G. Toler

Alan G. Toler 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: 6898889
    Abstract: An optical correcting system which enables a shooter to better see both the sights of his firearm and the target includes a series of lenses of sequentially incremental one quarter diopter optical power, a chart which facilitates selection of the appropriate lens, and a headband assembly which secures the selected lens in a manner to fit over the shooter's aiming eye. An identification code correlates the information on the chart with the chosen headband assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 15, 2003
    Date of Patent: May 31, 2005
    Inventor: Alan G. Toler
  • Patent number: 5726731
    Abstract: A specialized lens powered to an eighth diopter with zero tolerance is incorporated into eyeglasses that improve a shooter's ability to sight a weapon upon a target. The lens is further tinted to enhance visual perception of the target, and is positioned such that the optical center coincides with the shooter's line of sight upon the target in a standardized shooting position. A kit which includes a set of lenses, a lens holder, and a tint selection board is provided to facilitate selection of an appropriate lens and tint.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 16, 1996
    Date of Patent: March 10, 1998
    Inventor: Alan G. Toler