Patents by Inventor David Michael Frank

David Michael Frank 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: 12029688
    Abstract: The heated goggle device is an easy to use at home dry eye treatment device that uses moist heat to alleviate symptoms caused by MGD and Blepharitis. The goggles include an elastic strap, which is used to affix a pair of heated eyecups over each eye. Electric heaters are attached to the outside of each eyecup, while the inside consists of a raised lattice designed to retain liquid using surface tension. Heat transferred to the inside of the eyecup vaporizes liquid to create a moist warm environment, which is effective in relieving symptoms of dry eye. The user can see through the device during treatment to perform stationary activities such as reading/watching television. Having the eyes open allows the moist heat to directly contact the opening of the oil glands and the action of blinking during a moist heat treatment performs a continuous massaging effect.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 30, 2023
    Date of Patent: July 9, 2024
    Inventor: David Michael Frank