Corrective lens system and support apparatus for use with protective eyewear devices
US5929963A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 25, 1996 |
| Grant date | Jul 27, 1999 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 25, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02C9/00
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A corrective lens system and apparatus for use in protective eyewear devices such as ski goggles and sports shields is provided. In a preferred embodiment, a corrective lens assembly releasably snaps into place in multiple protective eyewear devices, allowing a user to own a single pair of corrective lenses for use with multiple devices. In preferred embodiments, the protective eyewear devices include a bridge support positioned behind the device lens for receiving and holding the corrective lens assembly. A nose clip embodiment is provided for use with ski goggles.
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