Patents by Inventor Stephen M. Dillon

Stephen M. Dillon 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: 10845623
    Abstract: Eyeglass lenses having a plurality of image-generating cells have a lens body formed of an optically-transmissive material, the lens body having an arcuate convex first surface, the lens body having an arcuate concave second surface, a reflective layer embedded within the lens body between the first and second surfaces, the reflective layer having an array of facets, and each facet of the reflective layer having a planar surface. Each of the facets may be a polygon. The reflective layer may be optically transmissive. The lens body may have a forward portion between the first surface and the reflective layer. The forward portion may have a plurality of cells, each cell being coextensive with an associated facet, each cell having the form of a plano-convex lens and mirror assembly adapted to receive parallel incoming rays and to focus the rays at a focal point beyond the first surface of the lens.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 8, 2018
    Date of Patent: November 24, 2020
    Inventor: Stephen M. Dillon
  • Patent number: 10698139
    Abstract: A diffuse reflecting optical construction that does not rely on special molds or tooling of the prior art in order to create a critical diffuse reflecting surface feature of the optical construction. An atomized spray method is employed to apply a hardenable transparent liquid polymer layer to the surface of a prefabricated base optical substrate. The polymer layer forms beads on the surface of the prefabricated base optical substrate, resulting in the formation of a surface having a random and continuous series of peaks and valleys thereon that form the diffuse reflecting surface feature. The prefabricated base optical substrate having the diffuse reflecting polymer layer thereon combined with additional optical layers forms a transparent diffuse reflecting optical construction that can be used in the manufacture of optical lenses, windows, and transparent films that reflect light in a diffuse manner while transmitting light in a substantially undistorted manner.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 3, 2016
    Date of Patent: June 30, 2020
    Inventor: Stephen M. Dillon
  • Publication number: 20180329230
    Abstract: Eyeglass lenses having a plurality of image-generating cells have a lens body formed of an optically-transmissive material, the lens body having an arcuate convex first surface, the lens body having an arcuate concave second surface, a reflective layer embedded within the lens body between the first and second surfaces, the reflective layer having an array of facets, and each facet of the reflective layer having a planar surface. Each of the facets may be a polygon. The reflective layer may be optically transmissive. The lens body may have a forward portion between the first surface and the reflective layer. The forward portion may have a plurality of cells, each cell being coextensive with an associated facet, each cell having the form of a plano-convex lens and mirror assembly adapted to receive parallel incoming rays and to focus the rays at a focal point beyond the first surface of the lens.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 8, 2018
    Publication date: November 15, 2018
    Inventor: Stephen M. Dillon
  • Publication number: 20180095197
    Abstract: A diffuse reflecting optical construction that does not rely on special molds or tooling of the prior art in order to create a critical diffuse reflecting surface feature of the optical construction. An atomized spray method is employed to apply a hardenable transparent liquid polymer layer to the surface of a prefabricated base optical substrate. The polymer layer forms beads on the surface of the prefabricated base optical substrate, resulting in the formation of a surface having a random and continuous series of peaks and valleys thereon that form the diffuse reflecting surface feature. The prefabricated base optical substrate having the diffuse reflecting polymer layer thereon combined with additional optical layers forms a transparent diffuse reflecting optical construction that can be used in the manufacture of optical lenses, windows, and transparent films that reflect light in a diffuse manner while transmitting light in a substantially undistorted manner.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 3, 2016
    Publication date: April 5, 2018
    Inventor: Stephen M. Dillon
  • Patent number: 9244201
    Abstract: A transparent multi-layer optical construction that reflects light in a diffuse manner and transmits light in an undistorted manner. The optical construction can be made as a sunglass lens or as a thin film to be used as window film. The multi-layer optical construction is, in part, a combination of surface form and surface texture combined with a reflective medium and a scratch resistant hard coating.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 27, 2012
    Date of Patent: January 26, 2016
    Inventor: Stephen M. Dillon
  • Publication number: 20130271840
    Abstract: A transparent multi-layer optical construction that reflects light in a diffuse manner and transmits light in an undistorted manner. The optical construction can be made as a sunglass lens or as a thin film to be used as window film. The multi-layer optical construction is, in part, a combination of surface form and surface texture combined with a reflective medium and a scratch resistant hard coating.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 27, 2012
    Publication date: October 17, 2013
    Inventor: Stephen M. Dillon
  • Patent number: 7719777
    Abstract: A transparent multi-layer lens construction to be worn as a sunglass lens, or a fashion lens, that reflects light in a diffuse manner. The multi-layer lens construction is, in part, a combination of surface form and surface texture combined with a reflective medium and an anti-reflective coating. The present invention offers vast improvements over previously disclosed lens constructions in that it provides for both improved reflectivity and improved optical quality.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 17, 2008
    Date of Patent: May 18, 2010
    Inventor: Stephen M. Dillon
  • Publication number: 20090086154
    Abstract: A transparent multi-layer lens construction to be worn as a sunglass lens, or a fashion lens, that reflects light in a diffuse manner. The multi-layer lens construction is, in part, a combination of surface form and surface texture combined with a reflective medium and an anti-reflective coating. The present invention offers vast improvements over previously disclosed lens constructions in that it provides for both improved reflectivity and improved optical quality.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 17, 2008
    Publication date: April 2, 2009
    Inventor: Stephen M. Dillon
  • Patent number: 7443608
    Abstract: A transparent multi-layer lens construction to be worn as a sunglass lens, or a fashion lens, that reflects light in a diffuse manner. The multi-layer lens construction is, in part, a combination of surface form and surface texture combined with a reflective medium and an anti-reflective coating. The present invention offers vast improvements over previously disclosed lens constructions in that it provides for both improved reflectivity and improved optical quality.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 7, 2006
    Date of Patent: October 28, 2008
    Inventor: Stephen M. Dillon
  • Publication number: 20080030675
    Abstract: A transparent multi-layer lens construction to be worn as a sunglass lens, or a fashion lens, that reflects light in a diffuse manner. The multi-layer lens construction is, in part, a combination of surface form and surface texture combined with a reflective medium and an anti-reflective coating. The present invention offers vast improvements over previously disclosed lens constructions in that it provides for both improved reflectivity and improved optical quality.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 7, 2006
    Publication date: February 7, 2008
    Inventor: Stephen M. Dillon
  • Patent number: 6719928
    Abstract: An improved method for creating a multi-layered optical lens structure which appears, from an observer's point of view, to have a brushed metal finish, matte finish, decorative pattern, image or logo on the surface of a sunglass lens, but which is optically transparent from a wearer's point of view. The present method for creating a lens structure does not require the use of epoxies or adhesives and allows the lens structure to be made as a polarized lens. The present method offers vast improvements over previously disclosed methods in that it simplifies assembly of the lens structure, allows for greater repeatability, and significantly improves the optical clarity of the final lens structure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 10, 2001
    Date of Patent: April 13, 2004
    Inventor: Stephen M. Dillon
  • Publication number: 20020018177
    Abstract: An improved method for creating a multi-layered optical lens structure which appears, from an observer's point of view, to have a brushed metal finish, matte finish, decorative pattern, image or logo on the surface of a sunglass lens, but which is optically transparent from a wearer's point of view. The present method for creating a lens structure does not require the use of epoxies or adhesives and allows the lens structure to be made as a polarized lens. The present method offers vast improvements over previously disclosed methods in that it simplifies assembly of the lens structure, allows for greater repeatability, and significantly improves the optical clarity of the final lens structure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 10, 2001
    Publication date: February 14, 2002
    Inventor: Stephen M. Dillon
  • Patent number: 6231183
    Abstract: An improved method for creating a multi-layered optical lens structure which appears, from an observer's point of view, to have a brushed metal finish, matte finish, decorative pattern, image or logo on the surface of a sunglass lens, but which is optically transparent from a wearer's point of view. The present method for creating a lens structure does not require the use of epoxies or adhesives and allows the lens structure to be made as a polarized lens. The present method offers vast improvements over previously disclosed methods in that it simplifies assembly of the lens structure, allows for greater repeatability, and significantly improves the optical clarity of the final lens structure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 6, 1999
    Date of Patent: May 15, 2001
    Inventor: Stephen M. Dillon
  • Patent number: 6178357
    Abstract: This invention is directed to a medical electrode system having a flexible substrate with two electrodes in electrical communication disposed at either end along its length. The electrode system also has one or more sensors for detecting the rate and pressure at which CPR is administered. The electrode is adjustable in length and protects the user from the potential of incidental shock when using the electrode in conjunction with a defibrillator.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 28, 1998
    Date of Patent: January 23, 2001
    Assignee: Agilent Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Bradford E. Gliner, Stephen M. Dillon, Kent W. Leyde
  • Patent number: 5928718
    Abstract: An improved lens structure for reflective sunglasses incorporating a conventional resin/polymer type coating for protection of the mirror finish against abrasion and smudging and providing a means for causing the resin/polymer coating to adhere reliably to the mirror surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 25, 1997
    Date of Patent: July 27, 1999
    Inventor: Stephen M. Dillon
  • Patent number: 4715702
    Abstract: An improved structure for providing a decorative pattern over the surface of sunglasses, the structure combining a positive decorative pattern on a first layer, a reflective layer, and a third layer incorporating a negative decorative pattern. The decorative pattern is readily apparent to an observer, but the negative pattern cancels the image for the wearer who then sees only a uniform color or hue that does not interfere with his vision or cause an unpleasant distraction.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 20, 1986
    Date of Patent: December 29, 1987
    Inventor: Stephen M. Dillon
  • Patent number: 4620472
    Abstract: An improved shell reloading machine incorporating in addition to the essential features of utility convenience and low cost, an effective means for the prevention of primer cap detonation which might otherwise occur due to improper alignment of the primer feed mechanism.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 10, 1985
    Date of Patent: November 4, 1986
    Inventor: Stephen M. Dillon
  • Patent number: D413413
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 18, 1997
    Date of Patent: August 31, 1999
    Inventors: Stephen M. Dillon, Michael J. Dillon