# US 2016/0259183 A1 · Multi-Functional Glasses and Eyeglasses > Agents: this data is available as JSON from the patentgrep API and MCP server — see https://patentgrep.com/llms.txt - Number: US 2016/0259183 A1 - Document ID: US20160259183A1 - Status: Published application - Kind: A1 - Application number: 15/059,244 - Filed: 2016-03-02 - Published: 2016-09-08 - Earliest claimed: 2015-03-02 - Assignees: Gary Rayner - Inventors: Gary Rayner - Web page: https://patentgrep.com/patent/US20160259183A1 ## CPC - G02C 11/04: Illuminating means - G02C 5/143: {having special ear pieces} - G02C 11/10: {Electronic devices other than hearing aids} - G02C: SPECTACLES; SUNGLASSES OR GOGGLES INSOFAR AS THEY HAVE THE SAME FEATURES AS SPECTACLES; CONTACT LENSES (trial frames for testing the eyes A61B3/04; goggles or eyeshields not having the same features as spectacles A61F9/00) ## Abstract This disclosure relates generally to eyewear apparatus that includes a frame configured to fit on the front of a wearer's face, in front of the eye area and over the bridge of the wearer's nose; and a first arm and a second arm that are configured to fit over the user's ears, in which each arm connects to the frame at a proximal point that is adjacent to the user's temple; in which at least one arm comprises a utility portion. ## Claims ### Claim 1 An eyewear apparatus comprising: a frame configured to fit on the front of a wearer's face, in front of the eye area and over the bridge of the wearer's nose; and a first arm and a second arm that are configured to fit over the user's ears, wherein each arm connects to the frame at a proximal point that is adjacent to the user's temple; wherein at least one arm comprises a utility portion. ### Claim 2 (depends on 1) The eyewear apparatus of claim 1, wherein the utility portion comprises an implement detachably attached to one or more of: a distal portion on the arm; a proximal portion on the arm; and along the length of the arm. ### Claim 3 (depends on 1) The eyewear apparatus of claim 1, wherein the implement is permanently attached to the arm. ### Claim 4 (depends on 2) The eyewear apparatus of claim 2, wherein the implement is removably attached to the first arm and a second implement is removably attached to the second arm. ### Claim 5 (depends on 4) The eyewear apparatus of claim 4, wherein the implement is configured to be used while attached to the arm. ### Claim 6 (depends on 4) The eyewear apparatus of claim 4, wherein the implement is configured to be used after being removed from the arm. ### Claim 7 (depends on 4) The eyewear apparatus of claim 4, wherein the implement is configured to be interchanged with a second implement. ### Claim 8 (depends on 7) The eyewear apparatus of claim 7, wherein the second implement comprises a blank, wherein the blank conforms to the wearer's ear and holds the eyewear apparatus firmly on the wearer's face. ### Claim 9 (depends on 3) The eyewear apparatus of claim 3, further comprising an implement cover that covers the implement while the eyewear apparatus is worn. ### Claim 10 (depends on 2) The eyewear apparatus of claim 2, wherein the first arm comprises a first implement and the second arm comprises a second implement. ### Claim 11 (depends on 10) The eyewear apparatus of claim 10, wherein the first implement is permanently attached to the first arm and the second implement is permanently attached to the second arm. ### Claim 12 (depends on 10) The eyewear apparatus of claim 10, wherein the first implement is permanently attached to the first arm and the second is removably attached to the second arm. ### Claim 13 (depends on 11) The eyewear apparatus of claim 11, wherein each arm with a permanently attached implement further comprises an implement cover that covers the implement while the eyewear apparatus is worn. ### Claim 14 (depends on 10) The eyewear apparatus of claim 10, wherein the first implement is removably attached to the first arm and the second implement is removably attached to the second arm. ### Claim 15 (depends on 1) The eyewear apparatus of claims 1, wherein the implement comprises: a key, a screw driver, a drill bit, a cutting blade, a light, scissors, tweezers, an awl, a writing implement, an electronic memory device, an electrical signal emitting device, a near-field communication (NFC) transponder, an electronic payment transponder, an automatic toll or fare paying transponder, a sound emitting device, nail clippers, a file, a dental care implement, a cork-screw, a charging port, a medical condition monitoring device, a medication holding compartment, a light sensor, a camera, a scented liquid container and/or dispenser, a powdered drink/food container, an alcohol sensor that determines blood alcohol from a user's breath, a whistle, a receiver that indicates incoming messages and/or calls from a hand-held device connected to a haptic signal generator, a laser pointer, a sewing kit, hair maintenance tools or products, a compartment for money, one or more safety pins, make-up, one or more eating utensils, a wrench, a fish hook and string, name badges, one or more thermometers, one or more chemical detectors for use with ingestible liquids, or any combination thereof. ### Claim 16 (depends on 15) The eyewear apparatus of claim 15, wherein the electrical signal emitting device comprises one or more of infrared signals, sonic signals, ultrasonic signals, RFID signals, Bluetooth signals, near-field communication signals, other electromagnetic based signals, signals to identify an object or person, signals to make electronic financial transaction, signals to control data or information flow, signals to remotely control devices, signals to open doors, signals to start cars, security related signals, signals for security identification, and signals for security access control that can limit the movement of items or persons into buildings, rooms, vaults, cabinets, or other secure locations. ### Claim 17 (depends on 15) The eyewear apparatus of claim 15, wherein one or both of the arms of the eyewear apparatus is configured to change appearance to indicate an environmental condition. ### Claim 18 (depends on 17) The eyewear apparatus of claim 17, wherein the environmental condition comprises: temperature, UV light exposure, ambient light, or any combination thereof. ### Claim 19 (depends on 18) The eyewear apparatus of claim 18, wherein the first arm and the second arm change appearance in response to different environmental conditions. ### Claim 20 (depends on 1) The eyewear apparatus of claim 1, wherein the frame comprises a power source. ### Claim 21 (depends on 20) The eyewear apparatus of claim 20, wherein the frame is configured to emit light, wherein the emitted light comprises flashing light, light emitted from LEDs located near the attachment point of one or both legs, light that is emitted in response to reduced ambient lighting, light that is emitted from fiber optics integrated into to the frame, light that is emitted depending on the use of one or more implements. ### Claim 22 (depends on 1) A kit comprising: an eyewear apparatus of claims 1; and one or more auxiliary implements that attach removably to at least one utility portion. ### Claim 23 (depends on 22) The kit of claim 22, wherein the one or more auxiliary implements comprises a key, a screw driver, a drill bit, a cutting blade, a light, scissors, tweezers, an awl, a writing implement, an electronic memory device, an electrical signal emitting device, a near-field communication (NFC) transponder, an electronic payment transponder, an automatic toll or fare paying transponder, a sound emitting device, nail clippers, a file, a dental care implement, a cork-screw, a charging port, a medical condition monitoring device, a medication holding compartment, a light sensor, a camera, a scented liquid container and/or dispenser, a powdered drink/food container, an alcohol sensor that determines blood alcohol from a user's breath, a whistle, a receiver that indicates incoming messages and/or calls from a hand-held device connected to a haptic signal generator, a laser pointer, a sewing kit, a compartment for money, one or more safety pins, make-up, one or more eating utensils, a wrench, a fish hook and string, name badges, one or more thermometers, one or more chemical detectors for use with ingestible liquids, or any combination thereof. ### Claim 24 (depends on 23) The kit of claim 23, wherein the electrical signal emitting device comprises one or more of infrared signals, sonic signals, ultrasonic signals, RFID signals, Bluetooth signals, near-field communication signals, other electromagnetic based signals, signals to identify an object or person, signals to make electronic financial transaction, signals to control data or information flow, signals to remotely control devices, signals to open doors, signals to start cars, security related signals, signals for security identification, and signals for security access control that can limit the movement of items or persons into buildings, rooms, vaults, cabinets, or other secure locations. ### Claim 25 (depends on 22) The kit of claim 22, further comprising one or more auxiliary legs that are configured to removably attach to the frame. ### Claim 26 (depends on 25) The kit of claim 25, wherein the one or more auxiliary implements are attached to the one or more auxiliary legs at the utility portion of each auxiliary leg. ### Claim 27 A method comprising: combining a frame configured to fit on the front of a wearer's face, in front of the eye area and over the bridge of the wearer's nose with a first arm and a second arm that are configured to fit over the user's ears, wherein each arm connects to the frame at a proximal point that is adjacent to the user's temple; wherein at least one arm comprises a utility portion.