Patent application number | Description | Published |
20110279905 | ARCUATE LIQUID MENISCUS LENS - The present invention relates generally to an arcuate liquid meniscus lens, some specific embodiments include a liquid meniscus lens with a front curve arcuate lens and a back curve arcuate lens. Embodiments may also include a lens of suitable size and shape for inclusion in a contact lens. | 11-17-2011 |
20110317277 | LENS WITH CONICAL FRUSTUM MENISCUS WALL - 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. | 12-29-2011 |
20120026597 | LIQUID MENISCUS LENS WITH CONVEX TORUS-SEGMENT MENISCUS WALL - 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. | 02-02-2012 |
20120026598 | LIQUID MENISCUS LENS WITH CONCAVE TORUS-SEGMENT MENISCUS WALL - 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. | 02-02-2012 |
20120044574 | NEGATIVE ADD LIQUID MENISCUS LENS - 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. | 02-23-2012 |
20120057244 | LENS WITH MULTI-CONVEX MENISCUS WALL - 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. | 03-08-2012 |
20120075710 | LIQUID MENISCUS LENS INCLUDING MENISCUS WALL WITH MICROCHANNELS - 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. | 03-29-2012 |
20120075711 | LIQUID MENISCUS LENS WITH NON-SPHERICAL MENISCUS WALL - 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. | 03-29-2012 |
20120075712 | LIQUID MENISCUS LENS INCLUDING VARIABLE VOLTAGE ZONES - 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. | 03-29-2012 |
20120075713 | LIQUID MENISCUS LENS INCLUDING GRADIENT THICKNESS DIELECTRIC COATING - 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. | 03-29-2012 |
20120092774 | LENS WITH MULTI-SEGMENTED LINEAR MENISCUS WALL - 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. | 04-19-2012 |
20120162600 | ENERGIZED OPHTHALMIC LENS INCLUDING STACKED INTEGRATED COMPONENTS - 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. | 06-28-2012 |
20120218508 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR AN OPHTHALMIC LENS WITH FUNCTIONAL INSERT LAYERS - 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. | 08-30-2012 |
20120234453 | STACKED INTEGRATED COMPONENT MEDIA INSERT FOR AN OPHTHALMIC DEVICE - This invention discloses methods and apparatus for providing a media insert with an energy source to an ophthalmic lens. The energy source is capable of powering a component included within the ophthalmic lens. In some embodiments, an ophthalmic lens is cast molded from a silicone hydrogel and the component includes an electro-optical lens portion. | 09-20-2012 |
20120234493 | APPARATUS FOR MANUFACTURING STACKED INTEGRATED COMPONENT MEDIA INSERTS FOR OPHTHALMIC DEVICES - This invention discloses methods and apparatus for providing a media insert with an energy source to an ophthalmic lens. The energy source is capable of powering a component included within the ophthalmic lens. In some embodiments, an ophthalmic lens is cast molded from a silicone hydrogel and the component includes an electro-optical lens portion. | 09-20-2012 |
20120235277 | MULTIPLE ENERGIZATION ELEMENTS IN STACKED INTEGRATED COMPONENT DEVICES - This invention discloses a device comprising multiple functional layers with multiple energization elements formed on substrates, wherein at least one functional layer comprises an electrical energy source. In some embodiments, the present invention includes a component for incorporation into ophthalmic lenses that has been formed by the stacking of multiple functionalized layers. | 09-20-2012 |
20120236254 | METHOD FOR USING A STACKED INTEGRATED COMPONENT MEDIA INSERT IN AN OPHTHALMIC DEVICE - This invention discloses methods and apparatus for providing a media insert with an energy source to an ophthalmic lens. The energy source is capable of powering a component included within the ophthalmic lens. In some embodiments, an ophthalmic lens is cast molded from a silicone hydrogel and the component includes an electro-optical lens portion. | 09-20-2012 |
20120236417 | LENS WITH MULTI-CONCAVE MENISCUS WALL - 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. | 09-20-2012 |
20120236524 | STACKED INTEGRATED COMPONENT DEVICES WITH ENERGIZATION - This invention discloses a device comprising multiple functional layers formed on substrates, wherein at least one functional layer comprises an electrical energy source. In some embodiments, the present invention includes a component for incorporation into ophthalmic lenses that has been formed by the stacking of multiple functionalized layers. | 09-20-2012 |
20120242953 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR FUNCTIONAL INSERT WITH POWER LAYER - This invention discloses a device comprising multiple functional layers formed on substrates, wherein at least one functional layer comprises an electrical energy source. In some embodiments, the present invention includes an insert for incorporation into ophthalmic lenses that has been formed by the stacking of multiple functionalized layers. | 09-27-2012 |
20130135578 | ELECTRICAL INTERCONNECTS IN AN ELECTRONIC CONTACT LENS - Ophthalmic lenses, including contact lenses may be enhanced through the incorporation of both active and passive electrical components. Electrical interconnects and die attachment configurations are required to ensure electrical connectivity between the components and the optic portion of the lens as well as providing a means for mounting planar devices on spherical surfaces. Electrical interconnects and die attachment for powered ophthalmic devices, including contact lenses includes realizing conductive traces on optical plastic, attaching planar dies to spherical surfaces and underfilling, overmolding and light blocking to complete the lens. | 05-30-2013 |
20130152386 | METHODS AND APPARATUS TO FORM ELECTRICAL INTERCONNECTS ON OPHTHALMIC DEVICES - Methods and apparatus for forming interconnects on the surfaces of three dimensional substrates, including ophthalmic devices incorporating one or more electrical components may be utilized to provide high quality electrical and mechanical connections. | 06-20-2013 |
20130174978 | METHODS AND APPARATUS TO FORM ELECTRICAL INTERCONNECTS ON OPHTHALMIC DEVICES - Methods and apparatus for forming interconnects on the surfaces of three dimensional substrates, including ophthalmic devices incorporating one or more electrical components may be utilized to provide high quality electrical and mechanical connections. | 07-11-2013 |
20130194540 | OPHTHALMIC LENS ASSEMBLY HAVING AN INTEGRATED ANTENNA STRUCTURE - 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. | 08-01-2013 |
20130213568 | METHOD OF FORMING A FUNCTIONALIZED INSERT WITH SEGMENTED RING LAYERS FOR AN OPHTHALMIC LENS - This invention discloses various designs for rings and ring segments that make up functionalized layers in a functional layer insert, for incorporation into an ophthalmic lens. The layer insert which can include substrate layers that are intact full rings, segmented rings or a combination of both. Segmented rings may include Arc-Matched and Non Arc-Matched arcuate segments. | 08-22-2013 |
20130215377 | FULL RINGS FOR A FUNCTIONALIZED LAYER INSERT OF AN OPHTHALMIC LENS - This invention discloses various designs for rings that make up the functionalized layers in a functional layer insert. More specifically, design parameters for the rings for incorporation into an ophthalmic lens. Additionally, functional aspects of the rings and materials for encapsulating the functional insert into an area outside the optical zone of the ophthalmic lens. | 08-22-2013 |
20130215378 | OPHTHALMIC LENS WITH SEGMENTED RING LAYERS IN A FUNCTIONALIZED INSERT - This invention discloses various designs for rings and ring segments that make up functionalized layers in a functional layer insert, for incorporation into an ophthalmic lens. The layer insert which can include substrate layers that are intact full rings, segmented rings or a combination of both. Segmented rings may include Arc-Matched and Non Arc-Matched arcuate segments. | 08-22-2013 |
20130215380 | METHOD OF USING FULL RINGS FOR A FUNCTIONALIZED LAYER INSERT OF AN OPHTHALMIC DEVICE - This invention discloses various designs for rings that make up the functionalized layers in a functional layer insert. More specifically, design parameters for the rings for incorporation into an ophthalmic lens. Additionally, functional aspects of the rings and materials for encapsulating the functional insert into an area outside the optical zone of the ophthalmic lens. | 08-22-2013 |
20130222759 | METHODS AND APPARATUS TO FORM ELECTRONIC CIRCUITRY ON OPHTHALMIC DEVICES - This invention discloses an energized Ophthalmic Device with incorporated low energy consuming modes. In some embodiments, media inserts with incorporated low energy consuming modes are described. | 08-29-2013 |
20130222760 | METHODS OF MANUFACTURE AND USE OF ENERGIZED OPHTHALMIC DEVICES HAVING AN ELECTRICAL STORAGE MODE - This invention discloses methods of manufacture and use of an energized Ophthalmic Device with an incorporated Storage Mode for a power source, the method of manufacturing said device, and a method of activation that may restore the power source to an operational mode. | 08-29-2013 |
20130229618 | LIQUID MENISCUS LENS WITH IMPROVED SALINE FORMULATION - The present invention relates generally to a high-efficiency Electrowetting saline solution formulation. Specific embodiments include high-efficiency Electrowetting saline formulations that maximize the electrical performance of an arcuate liquid meniscus lens incorporated in an ophthalmic lens and operated using direct current. | 09-05-2013 |
20130258275 | LENS DRIVER FOR VARIABLE-OPTIC ELECTRONIC OPHTHALMIC LENS - A lens driver or lens driver circuitry for an ophthalmic apparatus comprising an electronic system which actuates a variable-focus optic is disclosed herein. The lens driver is part of an electronic system incorporated into the ophthalmic apparatus. The electronic system includes one or more batteries or other power sources, power management circuitry, one or more sensors, clock generation circuitry, control algorithms and circuitry, and lens driver circuitry. The lens driver circuitry includes one or more power sources, one or more high voltage generators and one or more switching circuits. | 10-03-2013 |
20130258287 | BLINK DETECTION SYSTEM FOR ELECTRONIC OPHTHALMIC LENS - A blink detection algorithm and associated circuitry for an ophthalmic lens comprising an electronic system is described herein. The blink detection algorithm is implemented in the system controller which is part of an electronic system incorporated into the ophthalmic lens. The electronic system includes one or more batteries or other power sources, power management circuitry, one or more sensors, clock generation circuitry, control algorithms and circuitry, and lens driver circuitry. The blink detection algorithm implements the steps of sampling, at a predetermined rate, light incident on an eye of an individual and at least temporarily saving collected samples, determining when an eyelid is open or closed in order to divine the number, time period and pulse width of the blinks from the collected samples, calculating a number of blinks and the duration of the blinks in a given time period, and comparing the number of blinks, the durations of the blinks in the given time period, and the time between blinks in the given time period to a stored set of samples to determine patterns in blinking. | 10-03-2013 |
20130261743 | SYSTEM CONTROLLER FOR VARIABLE-OPTIC ELECTRONIC OPHTHALMIC LENS - A system controller for an ophthalmic lens comprising an electronic system which actuates a variable-focus optic is disclosed herein. The system controller is part of an electronic system incorporated into the ophthalmic lens. The electronic system includes one or more batteries or other power sources, power management circuitry, one or more sensors, clock generation circuitry, control algorithms and circuitry, and lens driver circuitry. The controller including multiple state machines configured as digital logic gates. | 10-03-2013 |
20130284691 | HIGH-DENSITY MASK FOR THREE-DIMENSIONAL SUBSTRATES AND METHODS FOR MAKING THE SAME - A method for fabricating high-density masks for non-planar or three-dimensional substrates utilizes a mandrel having one or more precision forms machined therein. Once the mandrel with one or more forms is fabricated, one or more mask blanks may be constructed thereon. The final masks may be cut from one or more mask blanks. | 10-31-2013 |
20130343248 | WIRELESS COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL FOR LOW POWER RECEIVERS - A wireless protocol for a communication system is set forth herein which may be utilized for communication between a transmitter and a receiver over any type of communication channel. The wireless communication protocol provides for the reduction of receiver active or on time which in turn lowers power consumption. The wireless communication protocol enables the complexity and receiver size to be reduced. The methodology employed in the protocol utilizes a unique message frame in conjunction with repeated transmission and periodic receiver searching. | 12-26-2013 |
20140002789 | VARIABLE FOCUS ELECTROACTIVE OPHTHALMIC DEVICE | 01-02-2014 |
20140002790 | MULTIPLE STATE ELECTROACTIVE OPHTHALMIC DEVICE | 01-02-2014 |
20140005514 | METHOD AND OPHTHALMIC DEVICE FOR GALVANIC HEALING OF AN EYE | 01-02-2014 |
20140022505 | NEUROMUSCULAR SENSING FOR VARIABLE-OPTIC ELECTRONIC OPHTHALMIC LENS - A variable-optic powered or electronic ophthalmic lens may be utilized to augment the eye's natural ability to refract light or focus. The variable-optic powered lens comprises an electronic system that includes a power source, power management circuitry, clock generation circuitry, control algorithms and circuitry and lens driver circuitry. The ophthalmic lens may also comprise one or more sensors configured to detect ciliary muscle signals and adjust the optics of the lens accordingly. | 01-23-2014 |
20140028969 | THINNED AND FLEXIBLE SEMICONDUCTOR ELEMENTS ON THREE DIMENSIONAL SURFACES - Methods to form a device whereon flexible component elements are attached upon three-dimensional surfaces are described. In some aspects, the present invention includes incorporating flexible semiconductor devices onto three-dimensional surfaces with electrical contacts. In some aspects, the formed device may be incorporated in an ophthalmic device. | 01-30-2014 |
20140190004 | METHOD OF FORMING A MULTI-PIECE INSERT DEVICE WITH SEAL FOR OPHTHALMIC DEVICES - 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. | 07-10-2014 |
20140192313 | MULTI-PIECE INSERT DEVICE WITH GLUE SEAL FOR OPHTHALMIC DEVICES - 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. | 07-10-2014 |
20140192314 | MULTI-PIECE INSERT DEVICE WITH LOCKING SEAL FOR OPHTHALMIC DEVICES - 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. | 07-10-2014 |
20140240655 | ELECTRONIC OPHTHALMIC LENS WITH LID POSITION SENSOR - An eyelid position sensor system for an ophthalmic lens comprising an electronic system is described herein. The eyelid position sensor system is part of an electronic system incorporated into the ophthalmic lens. The electronic system includes one or more batteries or other power sources, power management circuitry, one or more sensors, clock generation circuitry, control algorithms and circuitry, and lens driver circuitry. The eyelid position sensor system is utilized to determine eyelid position and use this information to control various aspects of the ophthalmic lens. | 08-28-2014 |
20140240656 | ELECTRONIC OPHTHALMIC LENS WITH PUPIL CONVERGENCE SENSOR - A pupil position and convergence detection system for an ophthalmic lens comprising an electronic system is described herein. The pupil position and convergence detection system is part of an electronic system incorporated into the ophthalmic lens. The electronic system includes one or more batteries or other power sources, power management circuitry, one or more sensors, clock generation circuitry, control algorithms and circuitry, and lens driver circuitry. The pupil position and convergence detection system is utilized to determine pupil position and use this information to control various aspects of the ophthalmic lens. | 08-28-2014 |
20140240657 | ELECTRONIC OPHTHALMIC LENS WITH EMITTER-DETECTOR PAIR SENSOR - An emitter-detector pair sensor may be incorporated into a powered or electronic ophthalmic lens. The emitter-detector pair sensor may be configured to determine the distance from the sensor to an object in its path. Based upon this information, a system controller of the ophthalmic lens may output a signal to an actuator of the ophthalmic lens to control a variable power optic of the ophthalmic lens. | 08-28-2014 |
20140240658 | ELECTRONIC OPHTHALMIC LENS WITH MULTI-INPUT VOTING SCHEME - An electronic or powered ophthalmic lens includes one or more systems having one or more batteries or other power sources, power management circuitry, one or more sensors, clock generation circuitry, control algorithms and circuitry, and lens driver circuitry. These systems may change the state of the powered ophthalmic lens. In systems having one or more sensors, a decision making process is required to substantially reduce the possibility of changing the state of the powered ophthalmic lens based upon inaccurate, incomplete or erroneous information supplied by the sensors, changing physiologic conditions , as well as noise and/or interference from internal and external sources. | 08-28-2014 |
20140240665 | ELECTRONIC OPHTHALMIC LENS WITH REAR-FACING PUPIL DIAMETER SENSOR - A rear-facing pupil diameter sensing system for an ophthalmic lens comprising an electronic system is described herein. The rear-facing pupil diameter sensing system is part of an electronic system incorporated into the ophthalmic lens. The electronic system includes one or more batteries or other power sources, power management circuitry, one or more sensors, clock generation circuitry, control algorithms and circuitry, and lens driver circuitry. The rear-facing pupil diameter sensing system is utilized to determine pupil position and use this information to control various aspects of the ophthalmic lens. | 08-28-2014 |
20140243971 | ELECTRONIC OPHTHALMIC LENS WITH EYE GAZE SENSOR - A gaze direction tracking system for an ophthalmic lens comprising an electronic system is described herein. The gaze direction tracking system is part of an electronic system incorporated into the ophthalmic lens. The electronic system includes one or more batteries or other power sources, power management circuitry, one or more sensors, clock generation circuitry, control algorithms and circuitry, and lens driver circuitry. The gaze direction tracking system is utilized to determine pupil position and use this information to control various aspects of the ophthalmic lens. | 08-28-2014 |
20140264977 | SEALING AND ENCAPSULATION IN ENERGIZED OPHTHALMIC DEVICES WITH ANNULAR INSERTS - 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. | 09-18-2014 |
20140276481 | SEALING AND ENCAPSULATION IN ENERGIZED OPHTHALMIC DEVICES WITH ANNULAR INSERTS - 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. | 09-18-2014 |
20140306361 | OPHTHALMIC LENS ASSEMBLY HAVING AN INTEGRATED ANTENNA STRUCTURE - 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. | 10-16-2014 |
20140320799 | BLINK DETECTION SYSTEM FOR ELECTRONIC OPHTHALMIC LENS - An ophthalmic lens assembly comprising an electronic system with a controller configured to implement a blink detection algorithm is described herein. The electronic system can also include one or more power sources, circuitry, one or more sensors, clock generation circuitry, control algorithms, and lens driver circuitry. The algorithm can be used to sample, at a predetermined rate, light incident on an eye of an individual and at least temporarily save collected samples, determine when an eyelid is open or closed, determine a time period and pulse width of the blinks from the collected samples, calculate a number of blinks and the duration of the blinks in a given time period, and compare the number of blinks, the durations of the blinks in the given time period, and the time between blinks in the given time period to a stored set of samples to determine blinking patterns. | 10-30-2014 |
20140340630 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR A PROCESSOR CONTROLLED OPHTHALMIC LENS - A method and system for the calibration and operation of a processor controlled ophthalmic lens is described. More specifically, the system comprising an interactive wireless device used to personalize the control and activation of one or more functions and/or components of the processor controlled ophthalmic lens. In some embodiments, the personalization may include calibrating the functions and/or components using feedback from the user using the interactive wireless device in response to measured conditions by one or more sensors included in the processor controlled ophthalmic lens. | 11-20-2014 |
20150015843 | ENERGIZABLE OPHTHALMIC LENS WITH A SMARTPHONE EVENT INDICATOR MECHANISM - The present invention is directed to an energizable ophthalmic lens with a smartphone event indicator, wherein the ophthalmic lens may wirelessly receive smartphone event data from a smartphone. The energizable ophthalmic lens may comprise energizable components encapsulated by the soft biocompatible portion or may comprise a media insert that may encapsulate the components. The media insert may be included in ophthalmic lens. The ophthalmic lens may include a verification mechanism, wherein a pairing with a specified smartphone may limit wireless communication to communication between the two specified devices. The receipt of smartphone event data may activate an indicator in the ophthalmic lens. The ophthalmic lens may allow for user response to the notification of the smartphone event. The response may trigger an internal action within the ophthalmic lens, or the ophthalmic lens may transmit response data to the smartphone, triggering an action in the smartphone. | 01-15-2015 |
20150061990 | OPHTHALMIC LENS SYSTEM CAPABLE OF INTERFACING WITH AN EXTERNAL DEVICE - The present invention provides an energizable ophthalmic lens system capable of wirelessly interfacing with an external device. The energizable ophthalmic lens system may dynamically interact with a specified external device, wherein a user may operate one or more functionalities within the external device through the energizable ophthalmic lens system. The external device may be able to recognize eye gestures, which may comprise deliberate eye and lid movements. The external device may operate a functionality within the ophthalmic lens system, wherein the operation may be based on information received from the ophthalmic lens system. The ophthalmic lens system may comprise at least one energizable ophthalmic lens. Multiple ophthalmic lenses may be preferable where the functionality of either or both the ophthalmic lens system or the external device may occur based on relative position data or communication between lenses. | 03-05-2015 |
20150062533 | OPHTHALMIC LENS SYSTEM CAPABLE OF COMMUNICATION BETWEEN LENSES UTILIZING A SECONDARY EXTERNAL DEVICECE - The present invention comprises an ophthalmic lens system capable of wireless communication through utilization of an external device, wherein the ophthalmic lens system comprises a first ophthalmic lens on a first eye and a second ophthalmic lens on a second eye, wherein the lenses may be configured to wirelessly communicate with each other by transmitting and receiving data through an external device. More particularly, in some embodiments, the external device may comprise electronic components with more computational power and energization capabilities than the ophthalmic lenses. | 03-05-2015 |
20150077658 | VARIABLE OPTIC OPHTHALMIC DEVICE INCLUDING SHAPED LIQUID CRYSTAL ELEMENTS AND POLARIZING ELEMENTS - This invention discloses methods and apparatus for providing an ophthalmic lens of variable optical power. The variable optic insert may have surfaces within that have differing radii of curvature. The variable optic insert may also comprise polarizing elements. In some embodiments, the variable optic insert may affect polarization components of light differently and enable a bifocal type ophthalmic device. 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. | 03-19-2015 |
20150077659 | VARIABLE OPTIC OPHTHALMIC DEVICE INCLUDING SHAPED LIQUID CRYSTAL ELEMENTS WITH NANO-SCALED DROPLETS OF LIQUID CRYSTAL - 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. | 03-19-2015 |
20150077660 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR OPHTHALMIC DEVICES COMPRISING DIELECTRICS AND NANO-SCALED DROPLETS OF LIQUID CRYSTAL - 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. | 03-19-2015 |
20150077661 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR OPHTHALMIC DEVICES INCLUDING SHAPED LIQUID CRYSTAL POLYMER NETWORKED REGIONS OF LIQUID CRYSTAL - 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. | 03-19-2015 |
20150077662 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR OPHTHALMIC DEVICES COMPRISING DIELECTRICS AND LIQUID CRYSTAL POLYMER NETWORKS - 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. | 03-19-2015 |
20150077663 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR OPHTHALMIC DEVICES INCLUDING HYBRID ALIGNMENT LAYERS AND SHAPED LIQUID CRYSTAL LAYERS - The present 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, an alignment layer for the liquid crystal layer may be patterned in a hybrid manner. The patterning may allow for the lowering of the minimum electrical potential required to cause a shift in orientation of liquid crystal molecules within the ophthalmic device. 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 optical characteristics. | 03-19-2015 |
20150077699 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR OPHTHALMIC DEVICES INCLUDING GRADIENT-INDEXED LIQUID CRYSTAL LAYERS AND SHAPED DIELECTRIC LAYERS - 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 embodiments, an alignment layer for the liquid crystal layer may be patterned in a radially dependent manner. The patterning may allow for the index of refraction of the optic device to vary in a gradient indexed or GRIN manner. At least a first layer of dielectric material that may vary in thickness at least across the optic zone of the device may aid in defining an electric field across the liquid crystal layer. 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 optical characteristics. | 03-19-2015 |
20150077700 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR OPHTHALMIC DEVICES INCLUDING CYCLOIDALLY ORIENTED LIQUID CRYSTAL LAYERS - 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. | 03-19-2015 |
20150077702 | FULL RINGS FOR A FUNCTIONALIZED LAYER INSERT OF AN OPHTHALMIC LENS - This invention discloses various designs for rings that make up the functionalized layers in a functional layer insert. More specifically, design parameters for the rings for incorporation into an ophthalmic lens. Additionally, functional aspects of the rings and materials for encapsulating the functional insert into an area outside the optical zone of the ophthalmic lens. | 03-19-2015 |
20150081016 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR OPHTHALMIC DEVICES INCLUDING CYCLOIDALLY ORIENTED LIQUID CRYSTAL LAYERS - 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. | 03-19-2015 |
20150087249 | OPHTHALMIC LENS SYSTEM CAPABLE OF WIRELESS COMMUNICATION WITH MULTIPLE EXTERNAL DEVICES - The present invention relates to methods, apparatus, and devices associated with an ophthalmic lens system wherein the lenses may communicate with multiple external devices. More particularly, the present invention relates to an ophthalmic lens system that may communicate with a secondary and a tertiary device, wherein the wireless communication with the secondary and the tertiary electronic external devices may reduce power, communication, and processing requirements within the ophthalmic lenses and may broaden the range of possible functionalities of the ophthalmic lens system. | 03-26-2015 |