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Lenses capable of post-fabrication modulus change

US6813097B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 15, 2002
Grant dateNov 2, 2004
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Expiry dateFeb 5, 2023

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG02C2202/14
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Novel optical elements are provided which are capable of post fabrication modifications. Specifically, the invention includes lenses, such as intraocular lens, which can undergo changes in storage modulus after fabrication.

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