Patent classifications
A61F2/141
Robotic ophthalmology
A robotic vision screening system includes a user interface that interacts with a customer, at least one diagnostic device that examines at least one of the customer's eyes, at least one measurement device that measures the customer's head anatomy, a processor in communication with the at least one diagnostic device and the at least one measurement device, and a 3D printer in communication with the processor that produces a customized vision correction device based on data received from the at least one diagnostic device and the at least one measurement device.
Animatronic eye with an electromagnetic drive and fluid suspension and with video capability
An animatronic eye with fluid suspension, electromagnetic drive, and video capability. The eye assembly includes a spherical, hollow outer shell that contains a suspension liquid. An inner sphere is positioned in the outer shell in the suspension liquid to be centrally floated at a distance away from the shell wall. The inner sphere includes painted portions providing a sclera and iris and includes an unpainted rear portion and front portion or pupil. The shell, liquid, and inner sphere are have matching indices of refraction such that interfaces between the components are not readily observed. A camera is provided adjacent a rear portion of the outer shell to receive light passing through the shell, liquid, and inner sphere. A drive assembly is provided including permanent magnets on the inner sphere that are driven by electromagnetic coils on the outer shell to provide frictionless yaw and pitch movements simulating eye movements.
Data-compressive sensor array
Systems and methods for data-compressive sensing in accordance with embodiments of the invention are illustrated. In one embodiment, a sensor array includes an array of sensor circuitries including a sensor and a comparator. Sensor circuitries in the array are connected via wires which form a series of wired-OR circuits. Readouts can be used to measure the signal on the wires and a decoder in communication with the readouts can be used to resolve signals sensed by particular sensors in the array and their locations.
INTRAOCULAR SYSTEM THAT INCLUDES AN IMPLANT WITH AN IMAGE FORMATION DEVICE
A method performed by a headset that is part of an intraocular system that includes an implant that includes an image formation device. The headset captures, by a camera of the headset that is being worn by a user, a first video stream that includes a visual representation of an environment of the headset. The headset determines whether the first video stream is to be enhanced, and responsive to determining that the first video stream is to be enhanced, producing a second video stream that includes an enhanced visual representation of the environment. The headset transmits, via a wireless connection, the second video stream to the implant that is inside an eye of the user, wherein the implant is configured to use the image formation device to present the second video stream.
Mesenchymal stromal cells and uses related thereto
The present invention generally relates to novel preparations of mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs) derived from hemangioblasts, methods for obtaining such MSCs, and methods of treating a pathology using such MSCs. The methods of the present invention produce substantial numbers of MSCs having a potency-retaining youthful phenotype, which are useful in the treatment of pathologies.
INTRAOCULAR SYSTEM FOR TRANSMITTING DATA AND POWER OPTICALLY TO AN IMPLANT
An intraocular system that includes a headset that optically transmits data and power to an implant. The headset includes a camera to capture image data that includes a visual representation of an environment of the headset and an optical transmitter to transmit the image data as an optical signal into a cornea of an eye of a user when the user is wearing the headset. The implant includes an optical receiver to receive the optical signal through the cornea and an image formation device orientated to present the image data from the optical signal onto a retina of the eye when the implant is inside the eye.
Process for preparing objects made of biocompatible hydrogel for uses thereof in the medical field, and more particularly in ophthalmology
The present invention relates to a process for manufacturing an object made of biocompatible hydrogel by molding a polymer solution in a mold made of a particular material, said process comprising the following steps: (i) preparation of a polymer solution by dissolving a copolymer of acrylonitrile and of an olefinically unsaturated co-monomer bearing anionic groups in an aprotic solvent, optionally in the presence of a nonsolvent, (ii) shaping and the start of gelation of the polymer solution obtained at the end of step (i) in a mold consisting of a material containing said nonsolvent or of a material permeable to said nonsolvent, (iii) immersion of the object undergoing gelation resulting from step (ii) in a nonsolvent. The present invention also relates to the objects made of biocompatible hydrogel resulting from this process such as, for example, intracorneal lenses (or lenticules) implantable in the cornea or any other implants usable in ophthalmology.
Data-Compressive Sensor Array
Systems and methods for data-compressive sensing in accordance with embodiments of the invention are illustrated. In one embodiment, a sensor array includes an array of sensor circuitries including a sensor and a comparator. Sensor circuitries in the array are connected via wires which form a series of wired-OR circuits. Readouts can be used to measure the signal on the wires and a decoder in communication with the readouts can be used to resolve signals sensed by particular sensors in the array and their locations.
IMPLANT DELIVERY DEVICES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS
Systems, devices, and methods for delivering an implant to the orbit. In some instances, the systems may include a delivery device having a tongue member and a handle. The delivery device may further include an ejector configured to deliver an implant from the tongue member. The delivery device may also include a piercing member configured to create an opening in tissue. The systems may further include a piercing member for creating an opening in tissue. In some instances, the piercing member may have a first blade member rotatably connected to a second blade member.
ARTIFICIAL EYES AND MANUFACTURE THEREOF
A method of manufacturing an artificial eye for fitting as a whole or partial replacement of a patient's original eye. This is done by providing an image of an iris on a substrate (100, 300) comprising at least a frontal region of an artificial eye, providing a support (108, 308) for the substrate, positioning the substrate and support in a mould (122, 322), and encapsulating the substrate within a mould material (136, 336).