Crown. has been granted a patent for an innovative intraocular implant featuring an optic and haptic, equipped with input/output electronics. The system includes a forward-facing camera, a display for overlaying graphics, and a communications module for wireless data exchange with external devices. GlobalData’s report on Crown gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Intraocular lens with integrated electronics and display system
The patent US11998444B2 describes an innovative implantable intraocular lens (IOL) designed to enhance visual experiences through advanced technology integration. The IOL features a central optic and a haptic that supports a forward-facing camera, a power source, and a display. The display is specifically designed to overlay graphics onto the user's view of the physical world, providing augmented reality capabilities. A processor on the haptic processes signals from the camera and transmits graphics data to the display, while a communications module enables wireless interaction with external devices. The lens can be categorized as a pseudophakic, accommodating, or phakic lens, and may include multiple optics.
Further enhancements to the IOL include the option for a video camera, LED technology for the display, and the potential for off-centered or centered display configurations. The device may also incorporate additional features such as a GPS chip, RFID chip, and various communication technologies, including cellular and 802.11. Notably, the power source is designed to be wirelessly rechargeable, allowing for convenient maintenance of the device's functionality. This patent outlines a significant advancement in the field of ophthalmic devices, merging traditional lens functionality with modern digital capabilities.
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