Non-progressive multifocal ophthamic lenses

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1988-05-04

1989-09-26

Sugarman, Scott J.

Optics: eye examining, vision testing and correcting

Spectacles and eyeglasses

Ophthalmic lenses or blanks

351171, G02C 706

Patent

active

048695882

ABSTRACT:
The present invention relates to a multifocal ophtalmic lens which comprises a first substantially spherical area for distance viewing, a second substantially spherical area for near viewing having a desired width and height and being surrounded on a plurality of sides by the first area, and relatively narrow areas intermediate the first and second areas for blending the second area into the first area. The lens design of the present invention may also include an optional third substantially spherical area adjacent the second area for increasing the near viewing range in a substantially contiguous manner.

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