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Sound and light emitting face apparel

US5353378A · kind A · utility

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17Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateApr 16, 1993
Grant dateOct 4, 1994
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Expiry dateApr 16, 2013

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG02C11/10
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A sound-emitting face apparel includes electronic storage, selection and retrieval of sound signals. The signals, such as music or speech sounds, are emitted outward from a central region of a wearer's face. The music and speech sounds are prestored on integrated circuit semiconductor chips. Blinking lights may be activated in conjunction with the emission of music. The face apparel can be eyewear wherein the sound is emitted from a bridge region of the eyewear's frame.

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