Patents by Inventor Colman R. Kraff

Colman R. Kraff 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).

  • Publication number: 20180338911
    Abstract: A composition and method for applying the composition topically to an eye for improving corneal and surface hydration and reducing blue light neuro-stimulation, especially during the several hours preceding sleep. In one embodiment, the composition combines an artificial tear with fluorescein sodium. The artificial tear may include carboxymehylcellulose sodium, polyvinyl alcohol, hydroxypropyl cellulose and glycerin. In another embodiment, the composition comprises synthetic human melanin combined with fluorescein sodium in an aqueous solution to reduce ocular UV light and HEV light exposure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 26, 2016
    Publication date: November 29, 2018
    Inventors: David B. Welch, Colman R. Kraff
  • Publication number: 20130274788
    Abstract: Provided are devices and methods for controlling fluid egress from the eye during ocular surgery, including an ocular seal that is signed to fit in an incision in an eye tissue such as the cornea or sclera and includes one or more lumen for passage of instruments into the eye without permitting loss of fluids through the incision. Also provided is a system for cataract surgery including a globe stabilization device, a laser lens removal device, one or more corneal seals, an infusion line, and an anterior chamber pressure monitor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 8, 2013
    Publication date: October 17, 2013
    Inventors: Thomas Jennings, Colman R. Kraff, Terry A. Fuller