Patents by Inventor Randall B. Pugh

Randall B. Pugh 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).

  • LIGHT THERAPY SYSTEM INCLUDING SPECTACLE FRAMES AND CONTACT LENSES
    Publication number: 20120215291
    Abstract: The present invention provides for eyeglasses used together with contact lenses to deliver light therapy to the wearer. The eyeglass lenses or frames feature an embedded light source in logical and electrical communication with power, sensors, processors, and other components contained within the eyeglasses. The eyeglass lenses or frames project light into complimentary contact lenses which refract, diffract or reflect light into the wearer's eyes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 31, 2012
    Publication date: August 23, 2012
    Inventors: Randall B. Pugh, William Chester Neeley, Robertson Towart, Mario Jozef Joanna Peeters, Wilhelmus Drinkenburg, Aleksandar Miletic
  • APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR FORMATION OF AN ENERGIZED OPHTHALMIC DEVICE FOR LIGHT THERAPY
    Publication number: 20120199995
    Abstract: This invention discloses methods and apparatus for providing an ophthalmic lens with light source capable of providing specific bandwidths of light to an eye of a wearer. In some embodiments, an ophthalmic lens is cast molded from a silicone hydrogel and an energy source and light source encapsulated within the ophthalmic lens.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 31, 2012
    Publication date: August 9, 2012
    Inventors: Randall B. Pugh, William Chester Neeley, Robertson Towart, Mario Jozef Joanna Peeters, Wilhelmus Drinkenburg, Aleksandar Miletic
  • SPECTACLES FOR LIGHT THERAPY
    Publication number: 20120203310
    Abstract: The present invention provides for eyeglasses to deliver light therapy to the wearer. The eyeglass lenses or frames feature an embedded light source in logical and electrical communication with power, sensors, processors, and other components contained within the eyeglasses.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 31, 2012
    Publication date: August 9, 2012
    Inventors: Randall B. Pugh, William Chester Neeley, Robertson Towart, Mario Jozef Joanna Peeters, Wilhelmus Drinkenburg, Aleksandar Miletic
  • ENERGIZED OPHTHALMIC LENS INCLUDING STACKED INTEGRATED COMPONENTS
    Publication number: 20120162600
    Abstract: This invention discloses methods and apparatus for providing an ophthalmic lens with a stacked integrated component device for function. In some embodiments, the stacked integrated component device may contain an energy source capable of powering an electrical component incorporated into the lens.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 26, 2012
    Publication date: June 28, 2012
    Inventors: Randall B. Pugh, Frederick A. Flitsch, Daniel B. Otts, James Daniel Riall, Adam Toner
  • UV RADIATION CONTROL FOR DISINFECTING OF OPHTHALMIC LENSES
    Publication number: 20120138819
    Abstract: The present invention provides for a disinfecting radiation base with a radiation source for providing disinfecting radiation to a storage case for an ophthalmic lens, such as a contact lens. The disinfecting radiation base includes a diffusing material is molded into a shape or geometry that is capable of providing disinfecting radiation to all regions of the lens being disinfected in uniform intensity and contrast. The disinfecting radiation base may also include a processor and digital memory for automated functions associated with the base.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 26, 2012
    Publication date: June 7, 2012
    Inventors: Randall B. Pugh, Edward R. Kernick, Karson S. Putt, James Daniel Riall
  • OPHTHALMIC LENS DISINFECTING BASE UNIT WITH PROGRAMMABLE AND COMMUNICATION ELEMENTS
    Publication number: 20120138818
    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: Application
    Filed: December 6, 2011
    Publication date: June 7, 2012
    Inventors: Randall B. Pugh, Edward R. Kernick, William Chester Neeley, Dwight Abouhalkah, James Daniel Riall
  • LENS WITH MULTI-SEGMENTED LINEAR MENISCUS WALL
    Publication number: 20120092774
    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 frustum of a cone. Embodiments may also include a lens of suitable size and shape for inclusion in a contact lens.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 14, 2011
    Publication date: April 19, 2012
    Inventors: Randall B. Pugh, Daniel B. Otts, Adam Toner, Edward R. Kernick, James Daniel Riall, Sharika Snook
  • LIQUID MENISCUS LENS INCLUDING VARIABLE VOLTAGE ZONES
    Publication number: 20120075712
    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 a conical frustum with multiple voltage zones that may have variable voltages applied across the zones. Embodiments may also include a lens of suitable size and shape for inclusion in a contact lens.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 14, 2011
    Publication date: March 29, 2012
    Inventors: Randall B. PUGH, Daniel B. Otts, Adam Toner, Edward R. Kernick, James Daniel Riall, Sharika Snook
  • LIQUID MENISCUS LENS INCLUDING GRADIENT THICKNESS DIELECTRIC COATING
    Publication number: 20120075713
    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 a conical frustum with portions of gradient thickness dielectric. Other embodiments may include a cylindrical shape meniscus wall. Embodiments may also include a lens of suitable size and shape for inclusion in a contact lens.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 27, 2011
    Publication date: March 29, 2012
    Inventors: Randall B. PUGH, Daniel B. Otts, Adam Toner, Edward R. Kernick, James Daniel Riall, Sharika Snook
  • APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR ACTIVATION OF COMPONENTS OF AN ENERGIZED OPHTHALMIC LENS
    Publication number: 20120075574
    Abstract: This present invention provides apparatus and methods for the activation of an energized ophthalmic lens. In some embodiments, the present invention provides for activation and deactivation of one or more components via wireless communication with an activation unit external to the ophthalmic lens. In some embodiments, an energized ophthalmic lens contains components which detect external signals, process the detected signal and activate components that change optical characteristics via the control of electrical energy.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 6, 2011
    Publication date: March 29, 2012
    Inventors: Randall B. Pugh, Daniel B. Otts, Frederick A. Flitsch
  • LIQUID MENISCUS LENS INCLUDING MENISCUS WALL WITH MICROCHANNELS
    Publication number: 20120075710
    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 a conical frustum, additional embodiments may include a cylindrical wall, each with microchannels. Embodiments may also include a lens of suitable size and shape for inclusion in a contact lens.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 14, 2011
    Publication date: March 29, 2012
    Inventors: Randall B. PUGH, Daniel B. Otts, Adam Toner, Edward R. Kernick, James Daniel Riall, Sharika Snook
  • LIQUID MENISCUS LENS WITH NON-SPHERICAL MENISCUS WALL
    Publication number: 20120075711
    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 a conical frustum, a cross section of which is non-spherical. Embodiments may also include a lens of suitable size and shape for inclusion in a contact lens.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 14, 2011
    Publication date: March 29, 2012
    Inventors: Randall B. PUGH, Daniel B. Otts, Adam Toner, Edward R. Kernick, James Daniel Riall, Sharika Snook
  • ENERGIZED BIOMEDICAL DEVICE
    Publication number: 20120062834
    Abstract: This invention discloses methods and apparatus for providing a biomedical device, such as an ophthalmic lens with an energy receptor capable of powering a processing device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 18, 2011
    Publication date: March 15, 2012
    Inventors: Michael A. Tepedino, JR., Randall B. Pugh, Robert Marciello, Tom Aelbrecht, Anthony Milinowicz, James P. Milkowich
  • LENS WITH MULTI-CONVEX MENISCUS WALL
    Publication number: 20120057244
    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: Application
    Filed: August 22, 2011
    Publication date: March 8, 2012
    Inventors: Randall B. Pugh, Daniel B. Otts, Adam Toner, Edward R. Kernick, James Daniel Riall, Sharika Snook
  • LENS WITH COMPOUND LINEAR-CONVEX MENISCUS WALL
    Publication number: 20120050880
    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 a conical frustum combined with a segment of a torus convex to the optical axis. Embodiments may also include a lens of suitable size and shape for inclusion in a contact lens.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 15, 2011
    Publication date: March 1, 2012
    Inventors: Randall B. Pugh, Daniel B. Otts, Adam Toner, Edward R. Kernick, James Daniel Riall, Sharika Snook
  • NEGATIVE ADD LIQUID MENISCUS LENS
    Publication number: 20120044574
    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: Application
    Filed: July 15, 2011
    Publication date: February 23, 2012
    Inventors: Randall B. Pugh, Daniel B. Otts, Adam Toner, Edward R. Kernick, James Daniel Riall, Sharika Snook
  • LIQUID MENISCUS LENS WITH CONCAVE TORUS-SEGMENT MENISCUS WALL
    Publication number: 20120026598
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a liquid meniscus lens with a meniscus wall. Some specific embodiments include a liquid meniscus lens with a meniscus wall essentially in the shape of a conical frustum with at least a portion of the conical frustum concave toward the optical axis. Embodiments may also include a lens of suitable size and shape for inclusion in a contact lens.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 20, 2011
    Publication date: February 2, 2012
    Inventors: Randall B. Pugh, Daniel B. Otts, Adam Toner, Edward R. Kernick, James Daniel Riall, Sharika Snook
  • LIQUID MENISCUS LENS WITH CONVEX TORUS-SEGMENT MENISCUS WALL
    Publication number: 20120026597
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a liquid meniscus lens with a meniscus wall. Some specific embodiments include a liquid meniscus lens with a meniscus wall essentially in the shape of a conical frustum with at least a portion of the conical frustum convex toward the optical axis. Embodiments may also include a lens of suitable size and shape for inclusion in a contact lens.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 20, 2011
    Publication date: February 2, 2012
    Inventors: Randall B. Pugh, Daniel B. Otts, Adam Toner, Edward R. Kernick, James Daniel Riall, Sharika Snook
  • Apparatus and method for activation of components of an energized ophthalmic lens
    Patent number: 8092013
    Abstract: This present invention provides apparatus and methods for the activation of an energized ophthalmic lens. In some embodiments, the present invention provides for activation and deactivation of one or more components via wireless communication with an activation unit external to the ophthalmic lens. In some embodiments, an energized ophthalmic lens contains components which detect external signals, process the detected signal and activate components that change optical characteristics via the control of electrical energy.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 12, 2009
    Date of Patent: January 10, 2012
    Assignee: Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc.
    Inventors: Randall B. Pugh, Daniel B. Otts, Frederick A. Flitsch
  • LENS WITH CONICAL FRUSTUM MENISCUS WALL
    Publication number: 20110317277
    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 a conical frustum. Embodiments may also include a lens of suitable size and shape for inclusion in a contact lens.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 31, 2011
    Publication date: December 29, 2011
    Inventors: Randall B. Pugh, Daniel B. Otts, James D. Riall, Adam Toner, Edward R. Kernick, Sharika Snook