Patents by Inventor James Daniel Riall

James Daniel Riall 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).

  • VARIABLE OPTIC OPHTHALMIC DEVICE INCLUDING SHAPED LIQUID CRYSTAL ELEMENTS WITH NANO-SCALED DROPLETS OF LIQUID CRYSTAL
    Publication number: 20150077659
    Abstract: This invention discloses methods and apparatus for providing a variable optic insert into an ophthalmic lens. The variable optic insert may have surfaces within that have differing radii of curvature. A liquid crystal layer may be used to provide a variable optic function and in some embodiments, the liquid crystal layer may comprise droplets that are nano-scaled. An energy source is capable of powering the variable optic insert included within the ophthalmic lens. In some embodiments, an ophthalmic lens is cast-molded from a silicone hydrogel. The various ophthalmic lens entities may include electroactive liquid crystal layers to electrically control refractive characteristics.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 4, 2014
    Publication date: March 19, 2015
    Applicant: Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc.
    Inventors: Randall Braxton Pugh, Frederick A. Flitsch, James Daniel Riall, Praveen Pandojirao-S, Adam Toner, Nelson V. Tabirian, Svetiana Serak, Olena Uskova, Luciano De Sio
  • METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR OPHTHALMIC DEVICES INCLUDING SHAPED LIQUID CRYSTAL POLYMER NETWORKED REGIONS OF LIQUID CRYSTAL
    Publication number: 20150077661
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and apparatus for providing a variable optic insert into an ophthalmic lens. The variable optic insert may have surfaces within that have differing radii of curvature. A liquid crystal layer may be used to provide a variable optic function and in some embodiments, the liquid crystal layer may comprise polymer networked regions of interstitially located liquid crystal material. An energy source is capable of powering the variable optic insert included within the ophthalmic lens. In some embodiments, an ophthalmic lens is cast-molded from a silicone hydrogel. The various ophthalmic lens entities may include electroactive liquid crystal layers to electrically control refractive characteristics.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 17, 2014
    Publication date: March 19, 2015
    Applicant: Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc.
    Inventors: Randall Braxton Pugh, Frederick A. Flitsch, Adam Toner, James Daniel Riall, Praveen Pandojirao-S, Nelson V. Tabirian, Svetlana Serak, Olena Uskova, Luciano De Sio
  • Method and apparatus for encapsulating a rigid insert in a contact lens for correcting vision in astigmatic patients
    Patent number: 8974055
    Abstract: The present invention, as described above and as further defined by the claims below, provides methods for forming an Ophthalmic Lens that encapsulates a Rigid Insert, wherein the Rigid Insert may be tailored to correct specific astigmatic characteristics of an eye and apparatus for implementing such methods, as well as Ophthalmic Lenses formed with the Rigid Inserts.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Date of Patent: March 10, 2015
    Assignee: Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc.
    Inventors: Randall B. Pugh, Daniel B. Otts, James Daniel Riall, Sharika Snook, Karson S. Putt, Edward R. Kernick, Frederick A. Flitsch, Camille Higham
  • Ophthalmic lens disinfecting base unit with programmable and communication elements
    Patent number: 8969830
    Abstract: The present invention provides for a programmable processor in a disinfecting radiation base unit for working in conjunction with a storage case for an ophthalmic lens. The processor is operative via executable software to provide disinfecting radiation base radiation for disinfecting an ophthalmic lens. A disinfecting radiation base unit and storage case may also include sensors for providing data and a digital storage for storing the data.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 6, 2011
    Date of Patent: March 3, 2015
    Assignee: Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc.
    Inventors: Randall B. Pugh, Edward R. Kernick, William Chester Neeley, Dwight Abouhalkah, James Daniel Riall
  • Methods and apparatus for an ophthalmic lens with functional insert layers
    Patent number: 8950862
    Abstract: This invention discloses a media substrate for incorporation into ophthalmic lenses that has been formed by the stacking of multiple functionalized layers. Additionally, methods and apparatus for providing a stacked functional layer insert for incorporation into an ophthalmic lens are also provided. In some embodiments, an ophthalmic lens is cast molded from a silicone hydrogel and the lens includes at least one stacked functional layer insert portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2012
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2015
    Assignee: Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc.
    Inventors: Randall B. Pugh, Frederick A. Flitsch, Daniel B. Otts, James Daniel Riall, Adam Toner
  • Lens storage unit with programmable and communication elements for monitoring the condition of lenses and their response to geo-social phenomena
    Patent number: 8942841
    Abstract: The present invention provides for a programmable processor in a ophthalmic lens storage unit for contact lenses. The processor can be in logical connection with a plurality of sensors that can provide data and a digital storage for storing the data and using it via executable software for lens monitoring. In some embodiments, the processor is additionally operative via the executable software to correlate geo-social phenomena with the optical performance of a lens.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 10, 2012
    Date of Patent: January 27, 2015
    Assignee: Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc
    Inventors: Randall B. Pugh, Edward R. Kernick, Terry O'Brien, Karson S. Putt, James Daniel Riall, Andres F. Arrubla
  • Lens with multi-concave meniscus wall
    Patent number: 8867141
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a liquid meniscus lens with a meniscus wall. The meniscus lens may include an arcuate front curve and back curve lens. Some specific embodiments include a liquid meniscus lens with a meniscus wall essentially in the shape of multiple segments of a torus concave from the optical axis. Embodiments may also include a lens of suitable size and shape for inclusion in a contact lens.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 21, 2014
    Assignee: Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc.
    Inventors: Randall B. Pugh, Daniel B. Otts, Adam Toner, Edward R. Kernick, James Daniel Riall, Sharika Snook
  • OPHTHALMIC LENS ASSEMBLY HAVING AN INTEGRATED ANTENNA STRUCTURE
    Publication number: 20140306361
    Abstract: Antennas and antenna systems may be designed and configured for incorporation into mechanical devices, including medical devices, such as ophthalmic devices, including contact lenses. These antennas and antenna systems may be utilized to transmit data from the mechanical device to a receiver, to receive data from a transmitter, and/or to inductively charge an electromechanical cell or the like incorporated into the mechanical device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 26, 2014
    Publication date: October 16, 2014
    Inventors: Randall B. Pugh, Daniel B. Otts, Adam Toner, Frederick A. Flitsch, James Daniel Riall
  • Hydrogel Lens Having Raised Portions For Improved Oxygen Transmission and Tear Flow
    Publication number: 20140268019
    Abstract: An ophthalmic device having improved oxygen transmissibility is provided. The ophthalmic device includes a hydrogel lens wherein the peripheral zone of the hydrogel lens includes a plurality of raised portions on the surface of the lens proximal to the ocular surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 13, 2013
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Inventor: James Daniel Riall
  • METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR ENCAPSULATING A RIGID INSERT IN A CONTACT LENS FOR CORRRECTING VISION IN ASTIGMATIC PATIENTS
    Publication number: 20140268021
    Abstract: The present invention, as described above and as further defined by the claims below, provides methods for forming an Ophthalmic Lens that encapsulates a Rigid Insert, wherein the Rigid Insert may be tailored to correct specific astigmatic characteristics of an eye and apparatus for implementing such methods, as well as Ophthalmic Lenses formed with the Rigid Inserts.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc.
    Inventors: Randall B. Pugh, Daniel B. Otts, James Daniel Riall, Sharika Snook, Karson S. Putt, Edward R. Kernick, Frederick A. Flitsch, Camille Higham
  • PATTERNED OPHTHALMIC LENSES WITH INSERTS
    Publication number: 20140259657
    Abstract: This invention discloses methods and apparatus for providing a colorant pattern on Multi-piece ophthalmic Inserts and ophthalmic lenses comprising Inserts. In some embodiments, an ophthalmic lens is cast molded from a silicone hydrogel and the lens includes a sealed and encapsulated Multi-piece ophthalmic Insert portion with a colorant pattern.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc.
    Inventors: James Daniel Riall, Frederick A. Flitsch, Randall B. Pugh, Sharika Snook
  • HYDROGEL LENS INCLUDING A REMOVABLE MEDIA INSERT
    Publication number: 20140268027
    Abstract: An ophthalmic device includes a hydrogel lens and a media insert removably attached to the hydrogel lens. A method for removably attaching the media insert to the hydrogel lens includes receiving a first hydrogel lens including an annular opening, at least partially inserting a media insert into the annular opening of the first hydrogel lens, removing the media insert from the annular opening of the first hydrogel lens, receiving a second hydrogel lens including an annular opening, and at least partially inserting the removed media insert into the annular opening of the second hydrogel lens.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: JOHNSON & JOHNSON VISION CARE, INC.
    Inventors: Randall B. Pugh, James Daniel Riall, Frederick A. Flitsch
  • SEALING AND ENCAPSULATION IN ENERGIZED OPHTHALMIC DEVICES WITH ANNULAR INSERTS
    Publication number: 20140276481
    Abstract: This invention discloses methods and apparatus for sealing and encapsulating Components on and within an annular-shaped Multi-Piece Insert. 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: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc.
    Inventors: Randall B. Pugh, James Daniel Riall, Adam Toner, Daniel B. Otts, Frederick A. Flitsch, Sharika Snook
  • OPHTHALMIC LENSES WITH COLORANT PATTERNED INSERTS
    Publication number: 20140268015
    Abstract: This invention discloses methods and apparatus for patterning Multi-piece ophthalmic Insert and Ophthalmic lenses comprising Inserts. In some embodiments, an ophthalmic lens is cast molded from a silicone hydrogel and the lens includes a sealed and encapsulated Multi-piece ophthalmic Insert portion which has been patterned.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc.
    Inventors: James Daniel Riall, Frederick A. Flitsch, Randall B. Pugh, Sharika Snook
  • SEALING AND ENCAPSULATION IN ENERGIZED OPHTHALMIC DEVICES WITH ANNULAR INSERTS
    Publication number: 20140264977
    Abstract: This invention discloses methods and apparatus for sealing and encapsulating Components on and within an annular Multi-Piece Insert. 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: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc.
    Inventors: Randall B. Pugh, James Daniel Riall, Adam Toner, Daniel B. Otts, Frederick A. Flitsch, Sharika Snook
  • MULTI-PIECE INSERT DEVICE WITH GLUE SEAL FOR OPHTHALMIC DEVICES
    Publication number: 20140192313
    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: Application
    Filed: December 19, 2013
    Publication date: July 10, 2014
    Applicant: Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc.
    Inventors: James Daniel Riall, Randall B. Pugh, Daniel B. Otts, Frederick A. Flitsch, Adam Toner
  • MULTI-PIECE INSERT DEVICE WITH LOCKING SEAL FOR OPHTHALMIC DEVICES
    Publication number: 20140192314
    Abstract: This invention discloses methods and apparatuses for sealing and encapsulating components on and within a multi-piece insert. 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: Application
    Filed: December 19, 2013
    Publication date: July 10, 2014
    Applicant: Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc.
    Inventors: James Daniel Riall, Randall B. Pugh, Daniel B. Otts, Frederick A. Flitsch, Adam Toner
  • METHOD OF FORMING A MULTI-PIECE INSERT DEVICE WITH SEAL FOR OPHTHALMIC DEVICES
    Publication number: 20140190004
    Abstract: This invention discloses methods and apparatus for sealing and encapsulating components on and within a multi-piece insert. 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: Application
    Filed: December 19, 2013
    Publication date: July 10, 2014
    Applicant: Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc.
    Inventors: James Daniel Riall, Randall B. Pugh, Daniel B. Otts, Frederick A. Flitsch, Adam Toner
  • Lens with multi-convex meniscus wall
    Patent number: 8767309
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to an arcuate liquid meniscus lens with a meniscus wall. Some specific embodiments include a liquid meniscus lens with a meniscus wall essentially in the shape of multiple segments of a torus convex toward the optical axis. Embodiments may also include a lens of suitable size and shape for inclusion in a contact lens.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 22, 2011
    Date of Patent: July 1, 2014
    Assignee: Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc.
    Inventors: Randall B. Pugh, Daniel B. Otts, Adam Toner, Edward R. Kernick, James Daniel Riall, Sharika Snook
  • Negative add liquid meniscus lens
    Patent number: 8767308
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to an arcuate liquid meniscus lens with a meniscus wall. Some specific embodiments include a liquid meniscus lens with a meniscus wall essentially a conical frustum and at least a portion of the conical frustum concave in relation to the optical axis. An application of an electrical current to the meniscus wall provides for a increase in negative power in an optical quality provided by the liquid meniscus lens. Embodiments may also include a lens of suitable size and shape for inclusion in a contact lens.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 15, 2011
    Date of Patent: July 1, 2014
    Assignee: Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc
    Inventors: Randall B. Pugh, Daniel B. Otts, Adam Toner, Edward R. Kernick, James Daniel Riall, Sharika Snook