Adhesive Reading Lens Attachment for Multi-Use Eyewear

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Solution Overview

Problem

Individuals often need to carry multiple pairs of glasses to accommodate different vision needs and environmental conditions, and existing reading glasses do not provide adequate UV protection or versatility for various eyewear types.

Innovation Solution

An adhesive reading lens attachment with a body component, adhesive surfaces, and a storage component that can be applied to various eyewear, providing reading capabilities and UV protection without damaging the eyewear.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If individuals carry multiple pairs of glasses to accommodate different vision needs and environmental conditions, then vision requirements are met, but convenience and ease of operation deteriorate

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvevision needs accommodationVSAvoidconvenience of carrying multiple pairs
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies multi-functionality by creating a single pair of glasses that can serve multiple purposes through interchangeable lens attachments. The base glasses frame can accommodate various lens types (reading lenses, sunglasses, protective eyewear) that can be attached and removed as needed, eliminating the need to carry separate pairs for different functions while maintaining versatility in meeting different vision requirements

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Ease of operation

If traditional reading glasses are used, then reading capability is provided, but UV protection and protection against external elements are insufficient

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvereading capabilityVSAvoidUV protection
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent provides multi-functionality by creating a base glasses frame that can accommodate both reading lenses and sunglasses/protective eyewear. Users can attach reading lenses for reading activities and attach sunglasses or protective eyewear for outdoor activities, ensuring both reading capability and UV protection are available without requiring separate pairs of glasses

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

3Ease of operation

If adhesive components are applied to eyewear to attach reading lenses, then reading capability is enhanced, but damage to the eyewear lenses may occur

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvereading capability enhancementVSAvoidintegrity of eyewear lenses
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent uses an intermediary approach by introducing a specialized adhesive component that acts as a mediator between the reading lens and the eyewear lens. This adhesive is designed to provide secure attachment while minimizing damage to the underlying eyewear lenses, balancing the need for strong bonding with the need to preserve the integrity of the original eyewear

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

4Adaptability or versatility

If multiple pairs of glasses are carried to meet various vision needs, then all vision requirements are satisfied, but time and effort for transportation and storage increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvevision requirements fulfillmentVSAvoidtime for transportation and storage
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The patent eliminates the need to carry multiple pairs of glasses by creating a single base frame that can accommodate various lens attachments for different vision needs. Users can attach reading lenses, sunglasses, or protective eyewear to the same frame as required, significantly reducing the time and effort needed for transportation and storage while still fulfilling all vision requirements

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

Enables users to switch between different eyewear types easily, offering reading assistance and UV protection without the need for multiple pairs, saving time and effort.

Implementation Method 1

an adhesive component is comprised on the front surface and rear surface. Additionally, users can attach either the front surface or the rear surface using the adhesive component to the desired eyewear

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectAdhesion: Adhesive

Data Source

PatentUS20250370277A1Reading Lens Attachment
Publication Date: 2025.12.04 STEVENS EDWIN E
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AI summary

An add-on reading lenses device is disclosed that adds reading lenses to any type of eyewear. The add-on reading lenses device provides users with a reading lens attachment for sunglasses, protective eyewear, and much more. The add-on reading lenses device comprises a body component comprising a front surface and rear surface, an adhesive component and a storage component comprising a locking mechanism. The device eliminates the need to purchase and travel with several pairs of glasses. Further, the device allows users to only utilize one pair of glasses for various reasons including reading, work protection and sun protection.