US3981709A
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Edge processing of chemically toughened lenses
Assignee: Topcon Corp
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Filing: 1975-04-07
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Granted: 1976-09-21
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Expires: 1995-04-07
Abstract
Abstract In a toughened lens which has been subjected to chemical tempering process and then to edge grinding, the fracture strength can be greatly enhanced if the peripheral portion is chamfered with the angle of chamfering to the tangential line on the optical surface of the lens not greater than 45°. This toughened effect is further increased by subjecting the chamfered peripheral portion to such a post treatment as mechanical polishing, chemical etching or thermal polishing.
Inventors
- 👤 Fumio Kondo
- 👤 Masayuki Kondo
- 👤 Tsuneyoshi Itoh
- 👤 Koji Sato
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-02 09:51
CPC Classifications
B; B24; B24B; B24B9/00; B24B9/02; B24B9/06; B24B9/08; B24B9/14; G; G02; G02C; G02C7/00; G02C7/02
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
88 words
A process for the production of toughened lenses, comprising the steps of chamfering peripheral portion of a lens which has been subjected to chemical tempering treatment, and edge grinding thereafter with the angle of chamfering to the tangential line on the optical surface of the lens at the edge thereof being less than 45°; said chemical tempering treatment imparting toughness properties to said lens, said toughness properties remaining substantially after said edge grinding, said chamfering removing distortions appearing at the lens periphery when carrying out said edge grinding.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
88 words
A process for the production of toughened lenses, comprising the steps of chamfering peripheral portion of a lens which has been subjected to chemical tempering treatment, and edge grinding thereafter with the angle of chamfering to the tangential line on the optical surface of the lens at the edge thereof being less than 45°; said chemical tempering treatment imparting toughness properties to said lens, said toughness properties remaining substantially after said edge grinding, said chamfering removing distortions appearing at the lens periphery when carrying out said edge grinding.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
26 words
A process for the production of toughened lenses according to claim 1 wherein an inclined face formed by said chamfering is subjected to a polishing treatment.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
33 words
A process for the production of toughened lenses according to claim 2 wherein said polishing treatment comprises polishing with a resin bond grinding wheel of silicon carbide having grade No. 1000 to 2000.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
32 words
A process for the production of toughened lenses according to claim 1 wherein the peripheral portion of the chamfered lens is further treated chemically with a hydrofluoric acid and nitric acid combination.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
29 words
A process for the production of toughened lenses according to claim 1 including the step of applying to the peripheral portion of the chamfered lens a thermal polishing treatment.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1979-09-21 | 1980-03-22 | 1980-09-21 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1983-09-21 | 1984-03-22 | 1984-09-21 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1987-09-21 | 1988-03-22 | 1988-09-21 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |