Optical: systems and elements – Binocular devices – Binocular loupe type
Reexamination Certificate
1997-06-02
2001-01-09
Nguyen, Thong (Department: 2872)
Optical: systems and elements
Binocular devices
Binocular loupe type
C359S408000, C359S411000, C351S041000, C351S158000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06172808
ABSTRACT:
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
1. Field of the Invention
This invention relates generally to a binoculars assembly. More particularly, this invention relates to a binoculars assembly in combination with a securing means for support of the assembly by the users head.
2. Description of the Prior Art
It is often desirable for an observer to utilize magnification means at events which occur at a distance point. Examples include spectators at a sporting event, concert or theater where a large crowd of people often require an individual to be a great distance from the event being viewed. Because of a spectator's distance from the desired viewing event, individuals often bring binoculars which must be hand-held to their eyes when using. Holding binoculars can be inconvenient and tiresome, and therefore deter some people from utilizing them. Some people need to remove their eyeglasses or sunglasses each time they desire to use binoculars. Other people desire to view the entire event through binoculars, an act which can tire the individual's arms. Therefore, it is beneficial to provide an individual with a magnification means which does not need to be held by hand, is inexpensive, easy to transport, quick and easy to use, and can enhance the spectators enjoyment of the viewing event.
Prior art includes hand-held binoculars, and binoculars which can be attached to hats, visors or helmets. U.S. Pat. No. 5,181,139 issued to Jose A. Benitez is designed to be attached to a visor.
SUMMARY OF THE PRESENT INVENTION
It is therefore an object of the present invention to provide a binocular assembly which is easy and convenient to use.
It is another object of the present invention to provide a binocular assembly which does not need to be held by hand.
It is another object of the present invention to provide a binocular assembly which is inexpensive and easy to manufacture.
It is another object of the present invention to provide a binocular assembly which is durable and rugged in construction.
It is another object of the present invention to provide a binocular assembly which can be utilized while the user wears eyeglasses or sunglasses.
It is another object of the present invention to provide a binocular assembly which is adjustable for distant viewing.
It is another object of the present invention to provide a binocular assembly which is convenient to store when not in use.
It is another object of the present invention to provide a binocular assembly which is easy to adjust for any pair of eyeglasses or sunglasses.
It is another object of the present invention to provide a binocular assembly which is light in weight.
It is another object of the present invention to provide a binocular assembly which provides a mounting method which positions the eyepiece lens closer to the user's eyes than if eyeglass lens were positioned between the user's eyes and the eyepiece lens.
Briefly, a preferred embodiment of the present invention includes a binocular assembly which is held in optical alignment with a human being's eyes and without the use of the human being's hands. The binocular assembly includes a support member, a pair of optical systems positioned and mounted on the support member for magnifying items within view of the human beings eyes, means to laterally adjust and position the pair of optical systems laterally relative to one another to accommodate spacing between the human beings eyes, and securing means for engaging the human being's head and securing the binocular assembly about the head of the human being.
An advantage of the present invention is that it provides a binocular assembly which is easy and convenient to use.
An advantage of the present invention is that it provides a binocular assembly which does not need to be held by hand.
An advantage of the present invention is that it provides a binocular assembly which is inexpensive and easy to manufacture.
An advantage of the present invention is that it provides a binocular assembly which is durable and rugged in construction.
An advantage of the present invention is that it provides a binocular assembly which can be utilized while the user wears eyeglasses or sunglasses.
An advantage of the present invention is that it provides a binocular assembly which is adjustable for distant viewing.
An advantage of the present invention is that it provides a binocular assembly which is convenient to store when not in use.
An advantage of the present invention is that it provides a binocular assembly which is easy to adjust for any pair of eyeglasses or sunglasses.
An advantage of the present invention is that it provides a binocular assembly which is light in weight.
An advantage of the present invention is that it provides a binocular assembly which provides a mounting method which positions the eyepiece lens closer to the user's eyes than if eyeglass lens were positioned between the user's eyes and the eyepiece lens.
An advantage of the present invention is that it provides a binocular assembly which is positioned to allow the user to possess a field of view underneath the binocular assembly without repositioning the binocular assembly.
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Foreman Philip C.
Meeker Daniel K.
Scott David
Nguyen Thong
Peacock, III James C.
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