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Systems and methods for inspection of ophthalmic lenses

US7256881B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 7, 2003
Grant dateAug 14, 2007
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Expiry dateMay 29, 2024

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01M11/0278
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An automated lens inspection system that images the edge and surface of an ophthalmic lens transmits light through the ophthalmic lens to a camera to create a complete digital image of the lens edge or lens surface. The digitized image(s) is(are) analyzed to detect defects or abnormalities of the ophthalmic lens. Methods of inspecting ophthalmic lenses are also disclosed.

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