Clip-on optical mounting structure
US6493136B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 7, 2001 |
| Grant date | Dec 10, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 7, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02C9/00
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An optical accessory of the type used by medical professionals is coupled to a clip-on mount, enabling the assembly to be used with ordinary eyeglass frames. The assembly may be used with specialized frames, in which case the clip-on mount may be removed for a more permanent mounting of the assembly directly to the bridge area of the eyeglass frames. In different implementations, optical accessories in the form of ocular loupes, head lamps, and miniaturized video cameras may be accommodated according to the invention.
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