Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved process or method for transferring a coating onto at least one surface of a lens blank which can be implemented in a short period of time without any risk of deformation of the lens blank.

Abstract: An electro-active spectacle lens is disclosed. The disclosed lens includes a first lens optic. The disclosed lens also includes a first electro-active zone positioned in a cooperative relationship with the first lens optic. In certain embodiments, the electro-active lens includes a range finder positioned in a cooperative relationship with the electro-active lens.

Abstract: To provide a spectacle lens that is designed optically to suit a spectacle frame with a large camber angle such as a wraparound type spectacle frame. A spectacle lens that is mounted in a spectacle frame with a camber angle of 200° or more, in which cylindrical power for offsetting astigmatic aberration, which is caused by the camber angle at a design reference point, is added to a refractive surface on an object side or a refractive surface on an eye side, prismatic power for offsetting prismatic effect, which is caused by the camber angle at the design reference point, is added to the refractive surface on the object side or the refractive surface on the eye side, and aspherical surfaces different from each other on a nose side and an ear side are formed on the refractive surface on the object side or the refractive surface on the eye side.

Abstract: A frameless glassware assembly attaching to boy piercing studs or similar structures attached to the human boy. One disclosed design consists of an elastomeric C-clip fixedly attached to one distal end of a metal arm, which is attached to a frameless glass lens assembly. This design allows for frameless eyeglass attachment to eyebrow studs, the nose studs of a user, or similar structure via one or more elastomeric C-clips. One embodiment allows the frameless glassware to attach to eyebrow studs and the second allows the frameless glassware to attach to a nose stud. Both of these designs are frameless and avoid side wire or similar earpieces common to hold glassware to the face of a user.

Abstract: The difference in optical performance, such as astigmatism, the radius of curvature of a first surface, etc., of left and right lenses is kept at or below a specific level, and the difference in optical performance and the radius of curvature of the first surfaces between new and old lenses when the wearer changes lenses is also kept at or below a specific level, the result being lenses that are more comfortable to wear and are more attractive.

Abstract: An eye protector includes a UV protective film and has adhesive located at the ends of the major axis of the film. The film is sufficiently flexible that it can be shaped into a cane with an oblong base, whereby when the device is applied to a user's eye with its major axis aligned with the major axis of the eye, the adhesive is positioned such that it holds the device to the user's eye at opposite edges of the eye keeping the adhesive from interfering with the user's eyelid, which is particularly troublesome for women using eye-shadow. Methods for manufacturing and merchandising the eye protector are also disclosed.

Abstract: A one-piece integrally-formed goggle includes as components thereof two lenses, two frame members (each frame member mounting a respective one of said lenses and having a proximal end and a distal end), a bridge connecting the proximal ends of the frame members, and a strap connecting the distal ends of the frame members. The components are flexible, and the goggle is integrally formed in a molding operation.

Abstract: An optical element is disclosed comprising at least one transparent eye-protecting portion comprising a plastic material, preferably having a hardness within a range of about 40 Shore A to about 77 Shore D, as measured according to ASTM Standard D2240, and an elongation at break within a range of about 200% to about 700%, as measured according to ASTM Standard D638.

Abstract: A fastener device for two frameless spectacle lenses (2) comprises a nose support provided between the spectacle lenses (2) and supporting parts (4) provided in the region of the nose support onto which the spectacle lenses (2) are glued. In order to provide advantageous bonding conditions it is proposed that the supporting parts (4) comprise flexurally soft supports (3) made of plastic, onto which the spectacle lenses (2) are glued along a face-side circumferential section.

Abstract: A temporary under-eye anti-glare sport tattoo comprised of a solid dermatological composition with anti-glare properties. The composition forms a film that is deposited on a person's skin underneath the eyes and over the cheekbones by a dry transfer method. The film thus applied reduces eye glare and increases contrast sensitivity. By incorporating team or business logos, trademarks or the like, into the film, the present invention also serves as either an advertising mechanism for businesses or a mechanism to promote team spirit. The film is able to sustain a predefined shape, has adhesive properties, is water resistant, color fast, and heat resistant. The composition comprises oil, a gelling compound, dyes and a mixture of wax and carbon.

Abstract: An actuating mechanism for spectacles which include two variable focus lens units. The mechanism mounts on the spectacle bridge; and includes two elongated drive levers mounted near opposite ends of the bridge, each extending toward the other end of the bridge. The free end of each driving lever is connected to its corresponding lens unit through a linkage. The driving levers are caused to rotate simultaneously, but in opposite directions, by a cam that is driven by a sliding member that slides along the bridge. By positioning the sliding member as desired, the spectacles wearer causes the cam to rotate, thereby causing the driving levers to rotate, and both lens units to change focal length.

Abstract: Optical elements such as a vari-focal lens element, a vari-focal diffractive optical element and a variable declination prism usable as spectacle lens elements and so on.

Abstract: Eye glasses including a frame containing deformable lenses within the frame, the frame including means for deforming the lenses or changing the focal length of the lenses to enhance the wearer's ability to see clearly.

Abstract: Novel eyewear are disclosed which comprise a lens and a sealing frame. The lens is adapted to cover at least one of a user's eyes. The frame has an adhesive side and is disposed adjacent the perimeter of the lens. A first portion of the adhesive side is disposed at the perimeter of the lens forming a seal between the frame and the lens. A second portion of the adhesive side extends laterally beyond the perimeter of said lens to provide adhesive attachment of the eyewear to the face of the user.

Abstract: Disclosed is an eyewear retention system, which extends across the top of the wearer's head for supporting at least one lens in the wearer's field of view. The retention system includes at least a first and a second support component, which are spaced apart laterally from each other along at least a portion of the eyewear system. The system may include any of a variety of electronics, including telecommunications receivers, transmitters, electronic storage devices, and head-up display driving circuitry.

Abstract: An article of externally-worn eye wear, including, but not limited to, eyeglasses, sunglasses, goggles, and contact lenses. The eye wear includes a wavelength transmission blocker for blocking substantially all of light wavelengths throughout the blue light spectrum. The wavelength transmission blocker protects the eyes against the harmful effect of the blocked light. Also, since the eye wear is worn externally from the eye, and the user can remove the eye wear, the user can selectively block the light. As such, the eye wear can be worn to block potentially harmful light, or the eye wear can be removed if blocking the light would cause other hazards.

Abstract: Decorative glitter is embedded in at least a portion of lens used for eyewear, and is particularly suited for use as sunglasses. The glitter may be dispersed throughout the lens, through only a portion of the lens, or in a decorative pattern or verbal message in the lens. When used with sunglasses, the glitter may be dispersed in side lens associated with the sunglasses.

Abstract: An industrial hearing protection and communication assembly including a frame having a front frame member that, includes a substantially transparent shatterproof eye panel disposed to shield a wearer's eyes, and at least one protective ear insert structured to be fitted into a wearer's ear in order to substantially muffle exterior noise. A speaker head audibly communicates an audio signal received by a receiver disposed on the frame and is structured to be inserted into a bore defined in the protective ear insert, and thereby, into one of the wearer's ears. The audio signal is audible to the wearer while the exterior noise is muffled by the protective ear insert and the speaker head is shielded from perspiration or other body contaminants of the wearer. Further, the protective insert can be variably positionable in accordance with the location of the wearer's ears.

Abstract: Disclosed is a contoured metal eyeglass frame. The frame may be injection molded or cast, and may include sculpted, variable cross section eyeglass components. Thus, the present invention combines the design flexibility of injection molded plastic parts with the strength and durability of metal construction.

Abstract: Eyewear includes a half-jacket frame. A removable shield, extending from the half-jacket frame to the wearer's face, may be provided to prevent direct impingement of air and dust on the wearer's eyes. The half-jacket frame includes a left indent, a left upper lens groove adapted to receive a left lens, a right indent, and a right upper lens groove adapted to receive a right lens. The removable shield includes a left lens opening, a left detent adapted to cooperatively receive the left indent of the half-jacket frame, a left lower lens groove adapted to receive the left lens and mate circumferentially with the half-jacket frame, a right lens opening, a right detent adapted to cooperatively receive the right indent of the half-jacket frame, and a right lower lens groove, adapted to receive the right lens and mate circumferentially with the half-jacket frame. The half-jacket frame may be constructed of titanium.

Abstract: A spectacle lens is disclosed. The disclosed lens provides a vision correcting area for the correction of a wearer's refractive error. The viewing correction area provides correction for non-conventional refractive error to provide at least a part of the wearer's vision correction. The lens has a prescription based on a wave front analysis of the wearer's eye and the lens can further be modified to fit within an eyeglass frame.

Abstract: A spectacle frame comprises frame parts which are made of chrome nickel steel and produced by cold-forming. In order to provide advantageous constructional conditions, it is proposed that the frame parts consist of a chrome nickel steel with a minimum strength 950 MPa.

Abstract: Optical lens element with a prescription zone, suitable for use in wraparound or protective type eyewear. The element may also include a peripheral vision zone, with no prismatic jump between the zones. Design methods for the prescription zone include temporally rotating a prescription section about a vertical axis through the optical center thereof, and/or decentring the optical axis of said prescription section relative to the geometric axis thereof, and providing partial surface correction for astigmatic and/or mean power errors. For prescription powers in the range ?6.0 to +6.0 diopters with 0 to 3 cyl, the optical lens element may be designed such that its front surface can be mounted in a frame of constant curvature of at least 5.0 diopters, with its back surface providing good clearance from temples and eyelashes. Applications include ophthalmic sunglass lenses.

Abstract: A plano-convex optical sheet having a positive power including: a substantially planar inner surface; opposed lateral edges, and a thickness s that is decreasing proceeding from a transversal central line passing through the geometric center of the optical sheet towards said opposed lateral edges along a portion of predetermined width w of the optical sheet, so as to define a convex outer surface having a curvature such that the optical sheet is capable of providing once bent a cylindrically shaped optically correct visor.

Abstract: An object of this invention is to improve the safety. Lens bodies 2, 2a are formed integrally on the rear surface of a shield so as to avoid such a danger that the eyes may be injured due to drop or separation of the lens bodies 2, 2a.

Abstract: A new method of producing central bridge and support arms for spectacles where no welding is required, and no screws were needed to secure lenses to frame. Protruding members on end portion of central bridge are formed, together with the bridge itself, when cut out by a wire-cutting means. Fitting lenses to spectacle frame requires pressing capping pieces into the protruding members having ratchet-like teeth to receive and secure the lenses in place. Durability of spectacle frames is enhanced as a result of no temperature change to the elasticity of the frame material.

Abstract: Spectacles for presbyopia including right and left spectacle lenses for correcting presbyopia through which a user with both presbyopia and astigmatism against the rule can see objects in a near range clearly, a frame for supporting the right and left spectacle lenses, right and left side pieces journalled to right and left sides of the frame. The frame has an elongated upper frame beam extending horizontally over the right and left spectacle lenses, and an elongated beam-like member is provided on the frame such that an elongated slit extending horizontally over the right and left spectacle lenses is formed by an upper surface of the upper frame beam and a lower surface of the elongated beam-like member.

Abstract: Optically superior eyeglasses comprising a frame and a pair of lenses which are attached to the frame and are positionable over respective ones of the wearer's eyes. Each of the lenses defines an optical center and comprises a convex front surface having a first radius of curvature and a concave back surface having a second radius of curvature which is less than the first radius of curvature so as to impart a negative power to the lens. The frame is sized and configured such that when positioned upon the wearer's head, the lenses are supported thereby in a manner wherein the normal line of sight of each of the wearer's eyes crosses the back surface of a respective one of the lenses at a selected wrap angle and at a location nasal to the optical center thereof so as to induce a base-in prism effect.

Abstract: Illuminated eyewear and a method for illuminating eyewear are provided. The eyewear may have a bridge which is connected to arms at either side of the bridge. A lens may be connected to the bridge. Positioned between the lens and the bridge may be a light source. Light emitted from the light source may enter the lens and may be projected along an edge of the lens. The light may provide an outline of a shape of the lens, and may also provide a decorative display.

Abstract: The invention provides light-blocking air vents for eyewear. A frame for the eyewear has a brow web that extends approximately horizontally from a top portion of the frame. The brow web includes at least one ventilation aperture having a internal side that is substantially sloped with respect to a top surface of the brow web. One or more lenses are mounted to the frame. Air is allowed to pass through the aperture. However, by providing that the internal side of the aperture is substantially sloped, light is blocked from entering through the aperture. The brow web may include a plurality of ventilation apertures for each of two lenses mounted to the frame. The apertures for each lens are arranged substantially equally-spaced in a row. A lower web may also be provided that includes one or more ventilation apertures. Side lenses may also be provided along with apertures for ventilating the side lenses.

Abstract: The principal behind Eyeview is to include an eyeglass prescription in a small ring that can be attached to the front of an eyepiece used with telescopes, microscopes or any optical system. As a result, eyeglasses will no longer be needed in order to see correctly.

Abstract: Plastic lenses for spectacles having a high refractive index and a high Abbe's number, and having good transparency, heat resistance, mechanical strength and impact resistance are produced. Plastic lenses for spectacles are produced through polymerization of an epithio group-having compound (a), a polythiol compound (b) and a polyisocyanate compound (c) whereby the ratio (by mol) of the polythiol compound (b) to the polyisocyanate compound (c) is at least 1.2 calculated on the basis of —SH and —NCO groups. The invention also provides a process for preparing such lenses and a catalyst for use in said process.

Abstract: A binocular viewing system provides images from electronic display elements to the left and right eyes of a user transmitted via right eye and left eye display assemblies connected by a nose bridging element. The binocular viewing system includes an interpupillary distance adjustment mechanism to accommodate multiple users. Accommodation for vision correction and a focus mechanism may also be provided. Also, the binocular viewing system provides a virtual image at a distance less than infinity, in an arrangement that also accommodates a range of interpupillary distances. In other aspects, the binocular viewing system incorporates face curvature to more comfortably fit a user's head, and places the electronic display elements close to the user's eye, either in the line of sight, or within the nose bridging element.

Abstract: An eyeglasses temple bar clasp for maintaining eyeglasses on a material such as clothing. Clasp comprises temple bars comprising magnetic material such that the temple bars magnetically attract each other through the material when the temple bars are closed. The clasp is used by pivoting one of the temple bars into the closed position. The frame body and closed temple bar are then positioned on one side of the material. The second temple bar is then pivoted into the closed position such that it is on the other side of the material. With the temple bars closed, the temple bars impart a gripping force on the material, thus clasping the eyeglasses to the material.

Abstract: The ventilated glasses system with a removable pad and detent includes an eyeglass frame and an inner frame with the pad. The first aperture and the second aperture are located on the nostril bridge support, where condensation tends to be the most prevalent. Air can flow from the exterior surface to the interior surface through the first aperture and the second aperture. Detents securely attach the inner frame to the eyeglass frame.

Abstract: An eyeglass frame that includes a frame body having a lens support portion, and first and second earstem portions, which extend rearwardly from first and second lateral sides of the lens support portion, respectively. The frame body includes a first member and a second member. The first and second members are partially coextensive, and each of the first and second members define a portion of an outward-facing surface of the eyeglass frame.

Abstract: Novel eyewear are disclosed which comprise a lens and a sealing frame. The lens is adapted to cover at least one of a user's eyes. The frame has an adhesive side and is disposed adjacent the perimeter of the lens. A first portion of the adhesive side is disposed at the perimeter of the lens forming a seal between the frame and the lens. A second portion of the adhesive side extends laterally beyond the perimeter of said lens to provide adhesive attachment of the eyewear to the face of the user.

Abstract: A sight for locking device for preventing motion sickness, characterized in that it consists of an impermeable, transparent or translucent tubular container closed on itself. There are enclosed at least two substances having different states and/or masses, whereof at least one visible interface physically represents sight markers, when the device is positioned in the peripheral visual field of one eye or both eyes of the user. The invention is particularly and advantageously useful for producing spectacle inhibiting motion sickness.

Abstract: A spectacle set includes a primary spectacle frame and a detachable shelter frame constructed for mounting behind the primary spectacle frame. The primary spectacle frame includes a frame body for mounting a pair of lenses in position, wherein the frame body includes a primary bridge connected between the two lenses, and two side extensions provided at two outer sides of the lenses respectively for coupling with a pair of temples respectively. The detachable shelter frame includes a shelter frame for supporting two auxiliary lenses and an attaching arrangement provided on a front side of the shelter frame to detachably mount the shelter frame behind the frame body, so as to securely mount the detachable shelter frame behind the primary spectacle.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods of incorporating additives into a thin film formed on a substrate comprising:

Abstract: Spectacles, frames and methods for providing the same are disclosed. The frames have a shape adapted for engagement of wrap-around lenses having significant changes in base curvature in the field of vision of the wearer.

Abstract: A mini pair of eyeglasses for reducing computer related stress are disclosed. The eyeglasses include a frame adapted to rest on the end of the user's nose and a miniature lens that is designed to reduce computer related visual stress during computer monitor use.

Abstract: The invention relates to a joint structure of an eyeglass frame and temples. A joint base on the inside end of the temple is joined to a horizontal dividing face, and a joint on the horizontal dividing face then is engaged with an upper and lower joint holder on either end of the frame, then a screw fixture is used to complete the movement assembling, and thus preventing both temple ends from touching a lens when the temples are folded inward.

Abstract: A glasses frame structure has a frame body, a pair of temples and a pair of lenses. A nose pad is further mounted on an interior surface of the frame body at a location corresponding to a wearer's nose. A cavity is formed on the frame body above the nose pad. The glasses frame of the invention, which is placed in position by uniformly distributing the stress over the wearer's nose in spite of skin excretions on the nose, thereby provides improved performance and long-term wearing comfort.

Abstract: The eyewear described comprises a unitary lens consisting of a pair of transparent sight regions and of a bridging region therebetween and a lens engaging brow frame engaging the upper edge of the lens and having its opposite ends extending through openings provided at the opposite upper ends of the sight regions. Parts of the frame and of the lens cooperate to mount the brow frame to the lens. A nose piece engages the frame and the lens to secure the assembly together.

Abstract: The eyewear described comprises a lens having, at opposite lateral sides thereof, a pair of detachable ear stems which are adapted to move from an inwardly folded position to an outwardly ear contacting position. The lens displays, at each lateral side, an opening and a stem connecting portion that defines a hinge element forming an integral part of the lens. The proximal end portion of the ear stem defines a U-shaped recess which is engageable with the hinge element. The recess is formed by a pair of resilient branches which, together with a constriction at the entry of the recess, enables a snap-in engagement and a snap-out disengagement of the ear stem to and from the lens. No additional component is required for this three-piece eyewear.

Abstract: An eyeglasses assembly comprising at least one magnetic hinge that holds a removable, auxiliary eyeglasses attachment onto eyeglasses. The magnetic hinge allows the user to pivot the auxiliary eyeglass attachment into an “up” position when not in use. The magnetic hinge also disengages to allow the auxiliary eyeglass attachment to be removed from the eyeglasses when desired. Moreover, the magnetic hinge holds the auxiliary eyeglasses attachment in place after the user rotates the auxiliary attachment into the “up” position. The eyeglasses assembly additionally comprises magnets that secure the auxiliary eyeglass attachment to the eyeglasses when in the “down” position and in use.

Abstract: A support or frame which holds eyeglass prescription lenses as well as optical loupes, microscopes, lights, and similar instruments used by doctors, dentists, jewelers, or sportsman. The frame is custom fitted to the facial features of the user and throughout has large surfaces which contact many facial features of the user including the forehead, eyebrows, nose ridge, and cheeks. The large surface contact areas and an adjustable headband system enable the user to comfortably wear the device for extended periods of time despite the weight of the lights, loupes, etc. A special frame for prescription lenses is also provided, as well as methods for manufacturing the device.

Abstract: An eyeglasses clasp for maintaining eyeglasses on a clothing material. The clasp comprises at least one magnetic means engaged with the eyeglasses temple bars that align with each other but not with the eyeglasses frame body midpoint when the temple bars are closed. The magnets are in attractive magnetic communication when the temple bars are closed. The clasp is used by pivoting one of the temple bars into the closed position. The frame body and closed temple bar are then positioned on one side of a clothing material. The second temple bar is then pivoted into the closed position such that it is on the other side of the clothing material. With the temple bars closed, the magnets are in attractive magnetic communication and impart a gripping force on the article of clothing. The gripping force substantially prevents relative movement between the temple bars and the clothing material.

Abstract: Noncorrective protective eyewear with lateral wrap and pantoscopic tilt introduce prismatic distortion and astigmatism into lenses that interfere with good optical performance. The lenses of this invention have an optical axis that is deviated away from the line of sight, in a direction generally opposite the inward tilt of the lateral wrap and/or the incline of pantoscopic tilt, to offset the tilt induced prism. Low power may be introduced into the lenses to decrease their taper, further offset the tilt induced prism and astigmatism (particularly in peripheral fields of view), lessen weight, provide better physical stability, and allow more uniform light transmission than plano lenses. The lenses may be cut from lens blanks in which the A line of the lens is at a non-zero angle to an equator of the lens, and the optical center of the lens may be horizontally and vertically displaced from the geometric center of the lens, and even off the lens altogether.