Ophthalmic lens media insert

Abstract

This invention discloses methods and apparatus for providing an ophthalmic lens with media including an energy receptor. In some embodiments, the media includes an insert placed in a cavity formed to cast mold an ophthalmic lens from a reactive mixture.

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         12 . A method of transmitting data to or from an ophthalmic lens comprising an electrically powered component, the method comprising the steps of:
 wirelessly transmitting energy to an energy receptor portion of the lens;   providing sufficient electrical energy to the component to enable the component to output digital data; and   outputting digital data from the component.   
     
     
         13 . The method of  claim 12  wherein the ophthalmic lens comprises and intraocular lens. 
     
     
         14 . The method of  claim 12  wherein the ophthalmic lens comprises a contact lens. 
     
     
         15 . The method of  claim 12  wherein the step of wirelessly transmitting energy comprises the transmission of radio waves to a tuned antenna ink jetted onto a media comprising the lens. 
     
     
         16 . The method of  claim 12  wherein the step of wirelessly transmitting energy comprises the transmission of magnetic power to conductive material ink jetted onto a media comprising the lens. 
     
     
         17 . The method of  claim 12 , wherein the ophthalmic lens additionally comprises a transmission component and the method additionally comprises the steps of:
 providing sufficient electrical energy to the transmission component to enable the component to transmit at least a portion of output digital data; and   transmitting digital data from the component beyond the boundaries of the lens.