In 2021 a gap in the market was identified and innovation was required in the all-in-one software space. We were commissioned to solve the problem and provide a solution for businesses.
The challenge
Embedding electronics in prescription lenses presents significant challenges for manufacturers and users alike. The integration of digital components into corrective eyewear must overcome several key obstacles:
- Limited space within the lens profile prevents standard electronic components from being incorporated without compromising the optical performance
- Power requirements for functional electronics conflict with the need for lightweight, comfortable eyewear that can be worn all day
- Traditional manufacturing methods for prescription lenses are incompatible with electronic component integration
- Ensuring durability while maintaining the precise optical corrections necessary for the wearer's vision presents significant engineering challenges
Without solving these problems, smart eyewear remains bulky, uncomfortable, and fails to meet the needs of those requiring vision correction—effectively excluding a large segment of potential users from accessing this technology.
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The study
Through extensive research, we've developed solutions for precise alignment, shrinkage compensation, and material reduction challenges in embedded electronics. Our proprietary gentle casting process, combined with our expertise in creating complex prototypes, positioned us perfectly to address this technological challenge. We've validated our approach by successfully casting dummy flex cables to demonstrate accuracy and by embedding actual electronic components to confirm their survival through the manufacturing process.
The Solution
Leveraging our innovative patented technology, we've developed a groundbreaking method to direct cast prescription lenses with embedded electronics. Our precision-engineered component holders guarantee exact placement within the lens structure, while carefully controlled low injection speeds and temperatures create an optimal environment that preserves the integrity of the electronic components.
By direct casting custom prescriptions with integrated electronics, our solution achieves a profile significantly thinner than any conventional laminar stack approach. This revolutionary manufacturing technique allows us to overcome the space limitations that have previously hindered the development of truly wearable smart eyewear.
The Result
Our revolutionary process has created the world's thinnest and lightest prescription lenses with fully integrated electronics. These breakthrough eyepieces deliver exceptional comfort and functionality, making them ideal for continuous daily use while maintaining optical precision.