US3597053A
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Spectacle frame having head conformable portions
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1969-06-27
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Granted: 1971-08-03
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Expires: 1989-06-27
Abstract
Abstract A spectacle frame having a nose portion and a pair of temples, with the nose portion and the temples having surfaces which normally engage the nose, head and ears when the frame is worn. A material is applied in layers to the surfaces of the nose portion and temples which normally engage the nose, head and ears. The material is of a type which conforms to the nose, head or ears when the material is at a predetermined temperature and when the frame is placed on the wearer. In one embodiment, the material is conformable at ambient temperatures and in another embodiment, the material is thermoplastic and becomes conformable upon being heated to a relatively low temperature above ambient temperatures.
Inventors
- 👤 Gary J Mastman
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-23 15:07
CPC Classifications
G; G02; G02C; G02C5/00; G02C5/12; G02C5/122; G02C5/126
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 10
Claim 1
Independent Claim
99 words
In a spectacle frame of the type having a nose piece and a pair of temples, the improvement comprising: first means attachable to said nose piece for engaging the opposite side of the nose of the wearer of the frame; and second means attachable to each temple, respectively, for engaging the head adjacent to the corresponding ear of the wearer, each of said first means and said second means including a mass of material which is relatively rigid at ambient temperatures and is conformable to the nose or head when the material is in the range of 140* 160*.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
99 words
In a spectacle frame of the type having a nose piece and a pair of temples, the improvement comprising: first means attachable to said nose piece for engaging the opposite side of the nose of the wearer of the frame; and second means attachable to each temple, respectively, for engaging the head adjacent to the corresponding ear of the wearer, each of said first means and said second means including a mass of material which is relatively rigid at ambient temperatures and is conformable to the nose or head when the material is in the range of 140* 160*.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
43 words
In a spectacle frame as set forth in claim 1, wherein each of said first means and said second means includes a layer having a pair of opposed surfaces, one of said surfaces having means thereon for attaching the same to said frame.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
35 words
In a spectacle frame as set forth iN claim 1, wherein said first means comprises a bridge element formed from said material and having a pair of spaced, nose-engaging members and means interconnecting said members.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
24 words
In a spectacle frame as set forth in claim 1, wherein said second means includes a first head-engaging portion and a second ear-engaging portion.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
18 words
In a spectacle frame as set forth in claim 2, wherein said portions are integral with each other.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
16 words
In a spectacle frame as set forth in claim 2, wherein said portions are spaced apart.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
25 words
In a spectacle frame as set forth in claim 2, wherein said second means includes a sleeve receivable over the end of the corresponding temple.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
104 words
In combination, a spectacle frame having a pair of nose portions and a pair of temples; a first layer of material on each of said portions, respectively, the first layers being disposed to engage respective sides of the nose when the frame is worn; and a second layer of material on each of said temples, respectively, each second layer being disposed to engage a corresponding side of the head and the adjacent ear when the frame is worn, said material being relatively rigid at ambient temperatures and conformable to the nose or head when the material is in the range of 140* - 160*.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
104 words
In combination, a spectacle frame having a pair of nose portions and a pair of temples; a first layer of material on each of said portions, respectively, the first layers being disposed to engage respective sides of the nose when the frame is worn; and a second layer of material on each of said temples, respectively, each second layer being disposed to engage a corresponding side of the head and the adjacent ear when the frame is worn, said material being relatively rigid at ambient temperatures and conformable to the nose or head when the material is in the range of 140* - 160*.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1974-08-02 | 1975-02-01 | 1975-08-03 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1978-08-02 | 1979-02-01 | 1979-08-03 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1982-08-02 | 1983-02-01 | 1983-08-03 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |