System for removably attaching lenses to eyeglass frame
AssigneeBeta Frames LLC
InventorsRobert B. Zider, John F. Krumme
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Abstract
A system for attaching optical frames and lenses is described which provides positive, reversible attachment without rims, cords, or screws. The mating is performed with a mechanical closure onto a receiving portion of the lens which has been formed as the mating piece for the closure device. Lenses may be changed and adjusted in a straightforward manner and the resulting device presents a clean, fashionable appearance without the need for structural rims, cords, or screws.
Claims19
An eyeglass lens attachment arrangement comprising an eyeglass frame and a pair of lenses, each of the lenses including at least one shaped engaging portion, the shaped engaging portion cooperating with an attachment member which attaches a respective one of the lenses to the eyeglass frame such that the lenses are removably attached to the frame.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.