Abstract: Illusionary motion-in-depth for vision therapy or entertainment is provided by altering the positional disparity by relative speed of movement and/or delay of movement of images of an image pair in motion which are viewed on a digital display device by stereoscopic means.

Abstract: Utilizing color light for focal stimulation of the macula for photobleaching and dark adaptation provides a means to isolate the recovery ability of different types of cones. Having the ability of selectively analyzing the recovery of different types of cones opens the opportunity to determine the effect of disease on cone type for diagnosis and monitoring of disease severity. An endpoint target with a noticeable difference between the center of the target and the peripheral ring of the target at endpoint is described.

Abstract: A machine and method for balancing across the brain's fusion bridge rivalrous stimuli of image pairs having diametrically opposed brightness and means of adjusting the rivalrous balance to measure the depth of a vision defect.

Abstract: My invention provides an adaptor housing two cameras for stereoscopic real-time digital viewing and image capture of (1) the immediate environment viewed by the observer, (2) the images viewed through the optical system of a microscope to which my invention is attached, and (3) the images illuminated by an attached slit beam light and viewed by the observer through parfocal right and left compound microscopes or magnifying lenses affixed to my adaptor. By viewing the binocular digital displays the observer is seeing in real-time the focused target and has the option to photograph anything of interest by a right or left digital imaging device or both at any time. Simultaneously image capture of viewable field with both imaging devices produce stereoscopic image format. Importantly, the captured images are an exactly copy of the observer's view because he is observing the images on the digital displays, in real-time, in focus and in the observed lighting parameters.

Abstract: My invention is an automated self-testing method utilizing binary choice, which is applicable to monocular and binocular eye tests and can be administered on computer, cellular phones, and other electronic devices. Binary choice of match or no match, yes or no, present or absence provides simple means of automated testing by stepwise progression through staircase algorisms. Necessary devices have been introduced in order to fully utilize the power of binary choice self testing, such as, (1) printed display overlays for testing fine visual acuity at near, (2) bright illuminator of printed overlays to allow automated potential vision testing, (3) the use of complementary color lenses and color test isopters for binocular perimetry.

Abstract: A machine for testing and training jumping and reaching ability for use by athlete or by other people for recreation is disclosed having the following attributes: centrally balanced, light weight and portable, usable indoors or outdoors, resets to starting position after each use, signals contact by flashing light or sound, and has means of measuring the height reached by the extended hand.

Abstract: My invention is an automated self-testing method utilizing binary choice, which is applicable to monocular and binocular eye tests and can be administered on computer, cellular phones, and other electronic devices. Binary choice of match or no match, yes or no, present or absence provides simple means of automated testing by stepwise progression through staircase algorisms. Necessary devices have been introduced in order to fully utilize the power of binary choice self testing, such as, (1) printed display overlays for testing fine visual acuity at near, (2) bright illuminator of printed overlays to allow automated potential vision testing, (3) the use of complementary color lenses and color test isopters for binocular perimetry.

Abstract: A pocketed device for housing cushioning located on the palm of a glove that has a gate which allows the padding material to be removed and replaced with the same or different material.

Abstract: A machine and method for balancing across the brain's fusion bridge rivalrous stimuli of image pairs having diametrically opposed brightness and means of adjusting the rivalrous balance to measure the depth of a vision defect.

Abstract: A low-pressure valve that inserts into in a drainage system having has an inflatable balloon which fixates the value housing to a pre-existing drainage pipe to prevent backflow when the hydrostatic pressure is greater distal to the valve than proximal to the valve.

Abstract: A machine for testing and training jumping and reaching ability for use by athlete or by other people for recreation is disclosed having the following attributes: centrally balanced, light weight and portable, usable indoors or outdoors, resets to starting position after each use, signals contact by flashing light or sound, and has means of measuring the height reached by the extended hand.

Abstract: A pocketed device for housing cushioning located on the palm of a glove that has a gate which allows the padding material to be removed and replaced with the same or different material.

Abstract: A vision-testing device is disclosed that measures glare, macular photostress, and the blue-field entopic phenomenon. Utilizing a mirror, the effective brightness of a small energy efficient light bulb is increased which allows a compact assembly. One embodiment places lights in the line of vision to closely duplicate the glare experience from on coming automobile headlights. The invention provides for testing glare under diffuse and focal lighting conditions which closely mimic environmental lighting conditions.

Abstract: A vision testing device for measuring single or multiple visual functions consisting of an internally illuminated hand-held instrument, vision charts, vision correcting and occluding elements, a testing frame for holding combined vision correcting and blocking elements, and modular accessories.

Abstract: An article of manufacture for storing and dispensing perishable foods that prolongs product life and encourages portion control by dividing bulk storage into multiple sealed compartments with each compartment having an easily removable closure that prevents exposure to the environment.

Abstract: A process for formatting rivalrous fusible images having similarly shaped stimuli of similar binocular luminance and having other similarly shaped stimuli of different binocular luminance, which metamorphose during perception into identifiable shapes that distinguish fusion from suppression. The preferred embodiment is an invertible stereoscope for viewing rivalrous images, non-rivalrous images, and stereograms, having adjustable eyepieces, lighting control of front and rear chambers, and lighting control of right and left sides. In a further preferred embodiment, rivalrous stimuli in a complementary color scheme are viewed on printed material or on a computer screen through lenses of complementary colors. Neutral density filter placement that asymmetrically attenuates light to the eyes for detection of sub-threshold afferent defects is disclosed.

Abstract: My invention is a mixer and dispenser having a dispensing top with an outflow channel, an air vent, and an air vent valve that adjusts the vacuum inside the dispenser; a rotor attached to a battery powered motor; and two switches, one for operating automatically upon pouring and the other manually activated. The vacuum system controls the flow rate during pouring and the constant mixing disperses the ingredients so that the samples dispensed are representative of the original mixture.

Abstract: My invention is a mixer and dispenser having a dispensing top with an outflow channel, an air vent, and an air vent valve that adjusts the vacuum inside the dispenser; a rotor attached to a battery powered motor; and two switches, one for operating automatically upon pouring and the other manually activated. The vacuum system controls the flow rate during pouring and the constant mixing disperses the ingredients so that the samples dispensed are representative of the original mixture.

Abstract: An apparatus with no moving parts that enables the adjustment of the length and tautness of a serpentine article simply by sliding the apparatus. A self-locking and adjustable apparatus is described that consists of a body, an angled passage through the body for passing and gripping the serpentine article, and an anchoring channel for the attachment of one end of the serpentine article to form a loop in the serpentine article. The self-locking and adjustable apparatus can be used alone to apply circumferential force or with fasteners to apply linear force.