Patent talk: Google sharpens contact lens vision

Patent talk: Google sharpens contact lens vision

(Phys.org) —A report from Patent Bolt brings us one step closer to what Google may have in mind in developing smart contact lenses. According to the discussion Google is interested in the concept of contact lenses with built-in cameras where images can be captured when the wearer blinks; the lenses could behave as a system that processes data to help the blind navigate daily hurdles such as safely crossing the street as well as serving up a number of information-display applications for those with normal vision. Google's patent application involves a micro camera and sensors on the surface.



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