Patents by Inventor Frederick A. Flitsch

Frederick A. Flitsch 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).

  • METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR OPHTHALMIC DEVICES INCLUDING CYCLOIDALLY ORIENTED LIQUID CRYSTAL LAYERS
    Publication number: 20180284480
    Abstract: This invention discloses methods and apparatus for providing a variable optic insert into an ophthalmic lens. A liquid crystal layer may be used to provide a variable optic function and in some examples, an alignment layer for the liquid crystal layer may be patterned in a cycloidally dependent manner. The patterning may allow for a polarization dependent lens in some examples. An energy source is capable of powering the variable optic insert included within the ophthalmic lens. In some examples, an ophthalmic lens is cast-molded from a silicone hydrogel. The various ophthalmic lens entities may include electroactive liquid crystal layers to electrically control optical characteristics.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 11, 2017
    Publication date: October 4, 2018
    Inventors: Luciano De Sio, Frederick A. Flitsch, Praveen Pandojirao-S, Randall Braxton Pugh, Svetlan Serak, Nelson V. Tabirian, Adam Toner, Olena Uskova, James Daniel Riall
  • METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR ELECTROACTIVE VARIABLE APERTURE LENSES
    Publication number: 20180252944
    Abstract: This invention discloses methods and apparatus for providing a variable aperture insert into a lens. A liquid crystal layer may be used to provide a variable aperture function and in some examples. In other examples, electrochromic, photochromic, liquid meniscus or electroactive elastomeric devices may form a light blocking element of a variable aperture insert. In some examples, an ophthalmic lens is cast-molded from a silicone hydrogel including a variable aperture insert.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 22, 2018
    Publication date: September 6, 2018
    Inventors: Randall B. Pugh, Frederick A. Flitsch, Praveen Pandojirao
  • METHODS FOR FORMATION OF AN OPHTHALMIC LENS WITH AN INSERT UTILIZING VOXEL-BASED LITHOGRAPHY TECHNIQUES
    Publication number: 20180250898
    Abstract: Methods for manufacturing an ophthalmic lens with an insert using voxel-based lithography techniques, wherein at least a portion of one surface may be free-formed from a reactive mixture are set forth herein. An ophthalmic lens precursor may be formed on a substrate with an arcuate optical quality surface via a source of actinic radiation controllable to cure a definable portion of a volume of reactive mixture, wherein the control may be on a voxel by voxel basis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 4, 2018
    Publication date: September 6, 2018
    Inventors: Marina Johns Archer, Michael Ferran, Frederick A. Flitsch, Camille A. Higham, Randall Braxton Pugh, Michael F. Widman, Christopher Wildsmith
  • METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR MOBILE ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING
    Publication number: 20180243992
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides various aspects for mobile and automated processing utilizing additive manufacturing. The present disclosure includes methods for the utilization of mobile and automated processing apparatus. . In some examples, the mobile additive manufacturing apparatus may perform surface treatments that alter the topography of an existing surface. Other examples may involve the processing of dimensionally large layers which may be joined together to create large pieces with three dimensional shape.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 26, 2018
    Publication date: August 30, 2018
    Inventors: Robert A. Flitsch, Frederick A. Flitsch
  • CUSTOMIZED SMART DEVICES AND TOUCHSCREEN DEVICES AND CLEANSPACE MANUFACTURING METHODS TO MAKE THEM
    Publication number: 20180240691
    Abstract: The present invention provides various aspects for processing multiple types of substrates within cleanspace fabricators or for processing multiple or single types of substrates in multiple types of cleanspace environments. In some embodiments, a collocated composite cleanspace fabricator may be capable of processing semiconductor devices into integrated circuits and then performing assembly operations to result in product in packaged form. Customized smart devices, smart phones and touchscreen devices may be fabricated in examples of a cleanspace fabricator. In some examples, the smart devices, smart phones and touchscreen devices may have two touchscreens on opposite sides of the device along with hardware based encryption.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 21, 2018
    Publication date: August 23, 2018
    Inventor: Frederick A. Flitsch
  • Processor controlled intraocular lens system
    Patent number: 10052196
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to an intraocular lens system controlled with a processor, including a liquid meniscus lens and supporting electronics. Embodiments may include intraocular lens systems of various shapes and sizes, liquid meniscus lens components of various shapes and sizes, variations in supporting electronics with corresponding variations in lens function.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 1, 2014
    Date of Patent: August 21, 2018
    Assignee: Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc.
    Inventors: Randall B. Pugh, Daniel B. Otts, Frederick A Flitsch, Janet Plapp
  • Method and apparatus for an imaging system of biological material
    Patent number: 10049853
    Abstract: The present invention provides apparatus for an imaging system comprising a multitude of chemical emitting elements upon a substrate. In some embodiments the substrate may be approximately round with a radius of approximately one inch. Various methods relating to using and producing an imaging system of chemical emitters are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 15, 2017
    Date of Patent: August 14, 2018
    Inventor: Frederick A. Flitsch
  • Multi-piece insert device with glue seal for ophthalmic devices
    Patent number: 10036899
    Abstract: Methods and apparatus for sealing and encapsulating components on and within a multi-piece insert are set forth herein. In some embodiments, an ophthalmic lens is cast molded from a silicone hydrogel and the component includes a sealed and encapsulated multi-piece insert portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 19, 2013
    Date of Patent: July 31, 2018
    Assignee: Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc.
    Inventors: James Daniel Riall, Randall B. Pugh, Daniel B. Otts, Frederick A. Flitsch, Adam Toner
  • METHODS AND APPARATUS TO ENHANCE OXYGEN CONCENTRATIONS FOR OPHTHALMIC DEVICES
    Publication number: 20180203253
    Abstract: Methods and apparatus to enhance levels of oxygen in tear fluid under a worn advanced contact lens are described. The contact lens may include an encapsulated hard lens element which is impermeable to fluid flow across its body. The method of enhancement may include creating pores through the hard lens element, creating channels in portions of the contact lens body, including layers of absorptive material, and creating means of moving tear fluid under the contact lens.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2018
    Publication date: July 19, 2018
    Inventors: Randall B. Pugh, Adam Toner, Frederick A. Flitsch
  • METHODS AND APPARATUS TO ENHANCE OXYGEN CONCENTRATIONS FOR ADVANCED OPHTHALMIC DEVICES
    Publication number: 20180203254
    Abstract: Methods and apparatus to enhance levels of oxygen in tear fluid under a worn advanced contact lens are described. The advanced contact lens may include an insert which is impermeable to fluid flow across its body. The method of enhancement may include creating pores through the insert, creating channels in portions of the contact lens body, including layers of absorptive material, including devices to generate or release oxygen or means of moving tear fluid under the contact lens.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2018
    Publication date: July 19, 2018
    Inventors: Randall B. Pugh, Adam Toner, Frederick A. Flitsch
  • METHODS AND APPARATUS TO ENHANCE OXYGEN CONCENTRATIONS FOR ADVANCED OPHTHALMIC DEVICES
    Publication number: 20180203256
    Abstract: Methods and apparatus to enhance levels of oxygen in tear fluid under a worn advanced contact lens are described. The advanced contact lens may include an insert which is impermeable to fluid flow across its body. The method of enhancement may include creating pores through the insert, creating channels in portions of the contact lens body, including layers of absorptive material, including devices to generate or release oxygen or means of moving tear fluid under the contact lens.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2018
    Publication date: July 19, 2018
    Inventors: Randall B. Pugh, Adam Toner, Frederick A. Flitsch
  • METHODS AND APPARATUS TO ENHANCE OXYGEN CONCENTRATIONS FOR ADVANCED OPHTHALMIC DEVICES
    Publication number: 20180203255
    Abstract: Methods and apparatus to enhance levels of oxygen in tear fluid under a worn advanced contact lens are described. The advanced contact lens may include an insert which is impermeable to fluid flow across its body. The method of enhancement may include creating pores through the insert, creating channels in portions of the contact lens body, including layers of absorptive material, including devices to generate or release oxygen or means of moving tear fluid under the contact lens.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2018
    Publication date: July 19, 2018
    Inventors: Randall B. Pugh, Adam Toner, Frederick A. Flitsch
  • METHODS AND APPARATUS TO ENHANCE OXYGEN CONCENTRATIONS FOR ADVANCED OPHTHALMIC DEVICES
    Publication number: 20180203257
    Abstract: Methods and apparatus to enhance levels of oxygen in tear fluid under a worn advanced contact lens are described. The advanced contact lens may include an insert which is impermeable to fluid flow across its body. The method of enhancement may include creating pores through the insert, creating channels in portions of the contact lens body, including layers of absorptive material, including devices to generate or release oxygen or means of moving tear fluid under the contact lens.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2018
    Publication date: July 19, 2018
    Inventors: Randall B. Pugh, Adam Toner, Frederick A. Flitsch
  • BIOMEDICAL ENERGIZATION ELEMENTS WITH POLYMER ELECTROLYTES AND CAVITY STRUCTURES
    Publication number: 20180191035
    Abstract: Designs, strategies and methods to form energization elements comprising polymer electrolytes are described. In some examples, the biocompatible energization elements may be used in a biomedical device. In some further examples, the biocompatible energization elements may be used in a contact lens.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 28, 2018
    Publication date: July 5, 2018
    Inventors: Frederick A. Flitsch, Millburn Ebenezer Jacob Muthu, Daniel B. Otts, Randall B. Pugh, James Daniel Riall, Adam Toner
  • Methods and apparatus to form separators for biocompatible energization elements for biomedical devices
    Patent number: 10007129
    Abstract: Methods and apparatus to form biocompatible energization elements are described. In some examples, the methods and apparatus to form the biocompatible energization elements involve forming cavities composing active cathode chemistry. The active elements of the cathode and anode are sealed with a biocompatible material. In some examples, a field of use for the methods and apparatus may include any biocompatible device or product that requires energization elements.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 8, 2017
    Date of Patent: June 26, 2018
    Assignee: Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc.
    Inventors: Daniel B. Otts, Randall B. Pugh, James Daniel Riall, Adam Toner, Frederick A. Flitsch, Shivkumar Mahadevan
  • METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR BIOMEDICAL DEVICES WITH CUSTOMIZED APPEARANCE
    Publication number: 20180173008
    Abstract: Designs, apparatus and methods to form contact lenses with aesthetic elements on demand are described. In some examples, the method of defining the aesthetic aspect includes printing patterns. Other examples include photochromic or thermochromic elements which may provide patterning on exposure to electromagnetic irradiation. In some further examples, energized components in contact lenses may provide aesthetic characteristics.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 21, 2016
    Publication date: June 21, 2018
    Inventors: Frederick A. Flitsch, Randall B. Pugh
  • FLEXIBLE MICRO-BATTERY
    Publication number: 20180166665
    Abstract: Designs, strategies and methods for forming micro-batteries are described. In some examples, ultrasonic welded seals may be used to seal battery chemistry within the micro-battery. In some further examples, the micro-battery is encapsulated by a copper film where at least a portion of the copper film is formed by electroless plating.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 29, 2018
    Publication date: June 14, 2018
    Inventors: Jean-Francois Audebert, Frederick A. Flitsch, Zachary Kanner, Millburn Ebenezer Muthu, Leonard Pagliaro, Randall B. Pugh, Lawrence Edward Weinstein, Serena Peterson, Jonathan Howarth
  • BIOCOMPATIBILITY OF BIOMEDICAL ENERGIZATION ELEMENTS
    Publication number: 20180159091
    Abstract: Designs, strategies and methods to improve biocompatibility of energization elements are described. In some examples, the biocompatible energization elements may be used in a biomedical device. In some further examples, the biocompatible energization elements may be used in a contact lens.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 30, 2018
    Publication date: June 7, 2018
    Inventors: Frederick A. Flitsch, Daniel B. Otts, Randall B. Pugh, James Daniel Riall, Adam Toner
  • Methods and apparatus for mobile additive manufacturing of advanced structures and roadways
    Patent number: 9988772
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides various aspects for mobile and automated processing utilizing additive manufacturing and the methods for their utilization. In some examples, the mobile additive manufacturing apparatus may perform surface treatments that support the building of walls. Other examples may involve the support of creating and repairing advanced roadways.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 30, 2017
    Date of Patent: June 5, 2018
    Inventors: Robert A. Flitsch, Frederick A. Flitsch
  • Methods and apparatus for mobile additive manufacturing
    Patent number: 9987792
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides various aspects for mobile and automated processing utilizing additive manufacturing. The present disclosure includes methods for the utilization of mobile and automated processing apparatus. In some examples, the mobile additive manufacturing apparatus may perform surface treatments that alter the topography of an existing surface. Other examples may involve the processing of dimensionally large layers which may be joined together to create large pieces with three dimensional shape.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 5, 2017
    Date of Patent: June 5, 2018
    Inventors: Robert A. Flitsch, Frederick A. Flitsch