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Corrective lens system and support apparatus for use with protective eyewear devices

US5929963A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateSep 25, 1996
Grant dateJul 27, 1999
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Expiry dateSep 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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