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THE PATENTS ACT 1970
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THE PATENTS RULES, 2003
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION
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1. TITLE OF THE INVENTION
AN AUTOMATIC FLIPPER DEVICE FOR ACCOMMODATIVE THERAPY OF EYE
2. APPLICANT
(i) NAME : GD Goenka University
(ii) NATIONALITY: Indian
(iii) ADDRESS : Sohna Gurugram Road, Sohna, Haryana, India,122103
(i) PREAMBLE TO THE DESCRIPTION
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The following specification particularly describes the invention and the manner in which it is to be performed.
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AN AUTOMATIC FLIPPER DEVICE FOR ACCOMMODATIVE THERAPY OF EYE
TECHNICAL FIELD
[1] The present invention relates to an automatic flipper device for accommodative eye therapy, combining a lightweight and ergonomic spectacle 5 frame with adjustable dioptric lenses and a motor. More particularly, it includes a remote device with a displayintended for home therapy (with potential office application) and enables remote monitoring by eye care professionals or practitioners.
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[2] The increasing prevalence of accommodative issues, such as eyestrain and difficulty sustaining focus, highlights a growing concern in contemporary eye health. The modern lifestyle, characterized by prolonged engagement in near work activities, contributes to the compromise of the eye's accommodation ability. Individuals grappling with these vision-related challenges often confront 15 significant barriers, including limited access to professional vision therapy due to geographic, financial, or time constraints. This limitation impedes early intervention and hampers the monitoring of progress, resulting in delayed therapy and potential long-term eye health problems.
[3] Accommodation, the eye's ability to shift focus between near and distant 20 objects, is crucial for visual comfort and performance. Modern lifestyles involving prolonged near work can compromise this ability, leading to issues like eyestrain and focus challenges. Individuals with accommodative and vision-related issues often encounter obstacles in accessing timely and effective therapy.
[4] The limited availability of professional vision therapy, creating barriers for 25 individuals with geographical, financial, or time-related constraints. Traditional in-office therapy methods may lack continuous monitoring and progress tracking,
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hindering patients' ability to assess improvement and adherence to treatment plans. Manual therapy can induce fatigue in patients, potentially affecting the accuracy of the therapeutic process. Inconsistent therapy compliance is another challenge, as frequent office visits can be inconvenient, resulting in delayed intervention until vision issues become severe. 5
[5] Furthermore, the high cost of traditional vision therapy presents a barrier to many seeking necessary treatment.
[6] However, to address these problems, in conventional devices, the present invention is an innovative vision therapy device revolutionizes patient care through its emphasis on accessibility and convenience. By allowing patients to 10 receive therapy in the comfort of their homes and providing easy access, the device minimizes the need for frequent in-person visits. Additionally, its cost-effective nature broadens the demographic reach of vision therapy, making it economically viable for a wider audience. The device's strength lies in its ability to offer customized therapy plans, prescribed by eye care professionals, and 15 adjusted in real-time through a user-friendly interface. Its portable design facilitates seamless integration into daily routines, ensuring patient compliance and reducing disruption to everyday life. The incorporation of remote monitoring enables professionals to track patient progress, make necessary adjustments, and provide support from a distance. Real-time feedback on progress displayed on the 20 device enhances motivation and adherence to therapy plans. The combination of affordability, ease of use, and remote monitoring significantly improves therapy compliance, ultimately leading to enhanced treatment outcomes.
[7] Thus, to overcome these limitations the present invention proposes an automatic flipper device, integrating IoT and cloud technology, represents a 25 revolutionary solution to prevalent challenges in eye care. This invention offers a cost-effective, easily accessible, and portable method for early intervention, remote monitoring, and patient empowerment in vision therapy. By tackling these critical issues in eye health, the automatic flipper device aims to elevate the
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overall effectiveness and accessibility of accommodative therapy. With features such as customized therapy, portability, and remote monitoring, this device ensures greater therapy compliance while minimizing disruption to daily life. Through adaptive therapy plans, the device not only provides personalized care but also encourages proactive management of eye health, contributing to an 5 enhanced quality of vision care on a broader scale.
OBJECTIVE OF THE INVENTION:
[8] The present invention has been developed in response to the present state of the art, and in particular, in response to the problems and needs in the art that have not yet been fully solved by currently available techniques and processes. 10
[9] Accordingly, the present invention pertains to an automatic flipper device for accommodative eye therapy, combining a lightweight and ergonomic spectacle frame with adjustable dioptric lenses and a motor. More particularly, it includes a remote device with a display intended for home therapy (with potential office application) and enables remote monitoring by eye care professionals or 15 practitioners.
[10] The yet one more object of present invention has been developed a device toenable users to set lens power, adjust therapy parameters, and monitor progress, including cycles per minute of accommodative facility.
[11] Therefore, the current invention successfully overcoming all the above-20 discussed shortcomings present in the art.
[12] The main object of the present invention is to develop the deviceto establish a control interface for sending commands to the motor in the spectacle frame.
[13] The main object of the present invention is to develop the deviceto provide 25 a solution for patients to undergo therapy at home, reducing the need for frequent
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visits to a therapist and facilitate easy access to therapy sessions and monitoring through IoT and cloud connectivity.
[14] The main object of the present invention is to develop the device tooffer an economically efficient alternative to traditional in-office therapy, expanding access to a broader patient demographic. 5
[15] Another object of the present invention is to develop for the deviceto allow for personalized therapy plans prescribed by eye care professionals, with real-time adjustments available through a user-friendly interface.
[16] Another object of the present invention is to develop for the device to enable eye care professionals to remotely monitor patient progress through IoT 10 and cloud computing capabilities and transmit real-time data to cloud servers for adjustments to therapy plans and remote support
[17] The main object of the present invention is to develop the device to increase patient compliance through affordability, ease of use, and remote monitoring, ultimately improving treatment outcomes. 15
[18] Another object of the present invention is to develop for the device to minimize the impact on patients' daily routines by offering a portable, handheld design for seamless therapy incorporation.
[19] The main object of the present invention is to develop the device to Integrate IoT and cloud computing to enable real-time, data-driven adjustments to 20 therapy plans, ensuring optimization based on the patient's evolving needs.
[20] How the foregoing objects are achieved will be clear from the following brief description. In this context, it is clarified that the description provided is non-limiting and is only by way of explanation. Other objects and advantages of the invention will become apparent as the foregoing description proceeds, taken 25 together with the accompanying drawings and the appended claims.
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SUMMARY
[21] This summary is provided to introduce a selection of concepts in a simplified format that is further described in the detailed description of the invention. This summary is neither intended to identify key or essential inventive concepts of the invention and nor is it intended for determining the scope of the 5 invention.
[22] According to an aspect of the present invention relates to automatic flipper device for accommodative therapy of eye. The automatic flipper device for accommodative therapy of the eye represents an innovative approach to vision care, comprising a spectacle frame with a pair of lenses and a motor, along with a 10 remote device featuring a display. The spectacle frame is meticulously designed for optimal user comfort during therapy sessions, featuring a lightweight and ergonomic structure. Within this frame, a component securely holds a pair of lenses, occluders, and a motor, with the lenses offering adjustable dioptric power. The motor is intricately connected to the lenses, enabling dynamic adjustments. 15 On the other hand, the remote device with a display incorporates a user-friendly interface, encompassing a screen, buttons, or a touch interface. This interface facilitates the customization of therapy parameters, including setting the desired lens power and monitoring progress, such as cycles per minute of accommodative facility. Furthermore, the remote device includes a control interface, empowering 20 users to send commands to the motor within the spectacle frame, ensuring a comprehensive and user-centric accommodative therapy experience.
[23] In an aspect of the invention, the motor's speed and direction are controllable by signals transmitted from the Remote Device with Display.
[24] In an aspect of the invention, the lens in the spectacle frame serves as the 25 optical element, and changes its dioptric power is adjustable within the range of +1.00 to +2.00 and -2.00 to -4.00 dioptre in response to signals from the remote-control device.
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[25] In an aspect of the invention, the motor configured to adjust the position, speed and direction of the lens based on signals received from a remote-control device.
[26] the control interface including buttons or touch gestures for adjusting the lens, selecting accommodation levels, and controlling therapy parameterssuch as 5 session duration and intensity.
[27] In an aspect of the invention, a wireless connectivity (Wireless Connectivity) between the handheld unit and remote control device is established through technologies such as Bluetooth or Wi-Fi.
[28] In an aspect of the invention,the Display Device on the Remote Device 10 provides real-time feedback on therapy progress, displaying cycles per minute of accommodative facility, graph comparisons, and target cycles per minute to be achieved.
[29] In an aspect of the invention, a process of using automatic flipper device for accommodative therapy of the eye. The procedure begins with the diagnosis of 15 accommodative eye problems by an eye care professional, who then prescribes the device for home therapy based on the specific diagnosis. Subsequently, the individual wears the spectacle frame unit during therapy sessions and holds the remote-control device for seamless interaction. The therapy is initiated by commanding the spectacle frame unit to communicate with the remote-control 20 device, establishing a synchronized and user-friendly experience. Throughout the therapy session, users can wirelessly adjust therapy settings through the connected components, allowing real-time customization tailored to their needs. The transmission of therapy data wirelessly to cloud servers enables eye care professionals to remotely access comprehensive monitoring information, 25 facilitating adaptive and personalized treatment adjustments based on patient progress. After each therapy session, the handheld unit's display showcases insightful feedback, including progress, time duration, and comparisons, providing valuable information to both the user and eye care professionals for
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informed decision-making and continued improvement. This integrated process ensures a dynamic and responsive approach to accommodative therapy, combining user engagement with professional oversight for optimal outcomes.
[30] To further clarify the advantages and features of the present invention, a more particular description of the invention will be rendered by reference to 5 specific embodiments thereof, which is illustrated in the appended drawings. It is appreciated that these drawings depict only typical embodiments of the invention and are therefore not to be considered limiting of its scope. The invention will be described and explained with additional specificity and detail with the accompanying drawings. 10
[31] BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[32] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated herein, and constitute a part of this disclosure, illustrate exemplary embodiments of the disclosed methods and systems in which like reference numerals refer to the same parts throughout the different drawings. Components in the drawings are not 15 necessarily to scale, emphasis instead being placed upon clearly illustrating the principles of the present disclosure. Some drawings may indicate the components using block diagrams and may not represent the internal circuitry of each component. It will be appreciated by those skilled in the art that disclosure of such drawings includes disclosure of electrical components, electronic components or 20 circuitry commonly used to implement such components.
[33] Figure 1 illustratesa block diagram of an automatic flipper device for accommodative therapy of eyein accordance with an embodiment of the invention; and
[34] Figure 2 illustrates a top view of an automatic flipper device in 25 accordance with an embodiment of the invention.
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[35] Further, skilled artisans will appreciate that elements in the drawings are illustrated for simplicity and may not have been necessarily been drawn to scale. For example, the flow charts illustrate the method in terms of the most prominent steps involved to help to improve understanding of aspects of the present invention. Furthermore, in terms of the construction of the device, one or more 5 components of the device may have been represented in the drawings by conventional symbols, and the drawings may show only those specific details that are pertinent to understanding the embodiments of the present invention so as not to obscure the drawings with details that will be readily apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art having benefit of the description herein. 10
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF EMBODIMENTS
[36] For the purpose of promoting an understanding of the principles of the invention, reference will now be made to the embodiment illustrated in the drawings and specific language will be used to describe the same. It will nevertheless be understood that no limitation of the scope of the invention is 15 thereby intended, such alterations and further modifications in the illustrated system, and such further applications of the principles of the invention as illustrated therein being contemplated as would normally occur to one skilled in the art to which the invention relates.
[37] It will be understood by those skilled in the art that the foregoing general 20 description and the following detailed description are explanatory of the invention and are not intended to be restrictive thereof.
[38] Reference throughout this specification to “an aspect”, “another aspect” or similar language means that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with the embodiment is included in at least one 25 embodiment of the present invention. Thus, appearances of the phrase “in an embodiment”, “in another embodiment” and similar language throughout this specification may, but do not necessarily, all refer to the same embodiment.
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[39] The terms "comprise", "comprising", or any other variations thereof, are intended to cover a non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process or method that comprises a list of steps does not include only those steps but may include other steps not expressly listed or inherent to such process or method. Similarly, one or more devices or sub-systems or elements or structures or components proceeded 5 by "comprises... a" does not, without more constraints, preclude the existence of other devices or other sub-systems or other elements or other structures or other components or additional devices or additional sub-systems or additional elements or additional structures or additional components.
[40] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein 10 have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skilled in the art to which this invention belongs. The system, methods, and examples provided herein are illustrative only and not intended to be limiting.
[41] The terms “a” and “an” herein do not denote a limitation of quantity, but rather denote the presence of at least one of the referenced items. 15
[42] The terms “having”, “comprising”, “including”, and variations thereof signify the presence of a component.
[43] Embodiments of the present invention will be described below in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.
[44] Referring Figure 1 and Figure 2 illustrates an automatic flipper device 20 (100) for accommodative therapy of eye.The automatic flipper device (100) for accommodative therapy of the eye represents an innovative and comprehensive solution for addressing accommodative eye problems. The spectacle frame(102), a central component of the invention, is designed with user comfort in mind, featuring a lightweight and ergonomic frame. The frame incorporates a couple of 25 lenses(108) holding components, securing lenses, occluders, and a motor(114). The lenses (108) possess adjustable dioptric power within the range of +1.00 to
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+2.00 and -2.00 to -4.00 dioptre, responding dynamically to signals from the remote-control device.
[45] The motor (114) within the spectacle frame (102) plays a pivotal role, adjusting the position, speed, and direction of the lens based on commands transmitted from the Remote Device with Display. The latter serves as the user 5 interface for the device, equipped with a screen, buttons, or touch interface for setting lens power, adjusting therapy parameters, and monitoring progress. The control interface (116) enables users to send commands to the motor, influencing the speed and direction of the lens in real-time.
[46] The wireless connectivity established between the handheld unit and the 10 remote-control device, facilitated by technologies like Bluetooth or Wi-Fi, enhances the device's usability and convenience. This connectivity allows for seamless interaction during therapy sessions and facilitates real-time customization of therapy settings.
[47] The Remote Device with Display provides a holistic view of therapy 15 progress, displaying cycles per minute of accommodative facility, graphical representations of previous and current therapy sessions, and target cycles per minute to be achieved. It acts as a control hub, enabling users to adjust the lens, select accommodation levels, and control therapy parameters such as session duration and intensity through buttons or touch gestures. 20
[48] In the process of using the automatic flipper device (100) for accommodative therapy, eye care professionals play a crucial role. They diagnose accommodative eye problems, prescribe the device based on the diagnosis, and remotely monitor therapy progress. The patient wears the spectacle frame during therapy sessions, holding the remote-control device for interaction. Therapy 25 initiation involves commanding the spectacle frame to communicate with the remote-control device.
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[49] Wirelessly transmitted therapy data to cloud servers allows for comprehensive monitoring by eye care professionals. This data facilitates adaptive and personalized treatment plans, ensuring that therapy can be adjusted remotely based on patient progress. After therapy sessions, the handheld unit's display provides insightful feedback, including therapy progress, time duration, 5 and comparisons, benefiting both the user and eye care professionals in optimizing the treatment approach.
[50] Further, for example the spectacle frame serves as a pivotal element in the therapeutic device, seamlessly integrating the lens, occluders, and motor to provide a comfortable and wearable experience for the user, akin to a pair of 10 glasses. Engineered for lightness and ergonomic design, the frame ensures ease of use during therapy sessions. The lens within the frame acts as the optical powerhouse, with its dioptric power adjustable through responses from the remote control. The lens combination spans a range from +1.00 to +2.00 and -2.00 to -4.00 diopters. The motor, intricately connected to the lens, orchestrates the lens' 15 positional adjustments. It responds to signals from the remote device, allowing for controlled changes in lens power with variable speed and direction.
[51] At the heart of user interaction lies the display device, a comprehensive interface for overseeing and directing the automatic flipper device. Comprising a screen, buttons, or a touch interface, the display empowers users to set lens power, 20 fine-tune therapy parameters, and monitor progress. Clear and user-friendly, the display illuminates cycles per minute for accommodative facility, graph comparisons, and target cycles per minute. The control interface, featuring buttons or touch gestures, enables users to command the motor in the spectacle frame. Specific controls include adjustments for lens position, occluder, setting time 25 limits, and time alerts.
[52] Embedded within the remote device is a sophisticated control panel encompassing therapy settings and progress monitoring. Users can configure session duration, therapy intensity, and specific exercises based on therapist
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recommendations. Progress monitoring is facilitated through real-time feedback on accommodative levels achieved, therapy duration, and comparative graphs. To enhance user convenience, wireless connectivity options, such as Bluetooth or Wi-Fi, are integrated, allowing seamless communication between the remote device and the spectacle frame's motor. This wireless feature eliminates the need 5 for physical connections, offering a technologically advanced and user-centric therapeutic experience.
[53] While certain present preferred embodiments of the invention have been illustrated and described herein, it is to be understood that the invention is not limited thereto. Clearly, the invention may be otherwise variously embodied, and 10 practiced within the scope of the following claims.
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Claims
We claim:
1. An automatic flipper device (100) for accommodative therapy of eye, comprising:
a spectacle frame (102) with couple of Lenses (108) and 10 Motor(114); and
a remote Device with Display(106);
wherein the Spectacle Frame (102) including:
a lightweight and ergonomic frame for user comfort during therapy sessions; 15
couple of lenses(108) holding component configured to secure a lens, occluders, and a motor(114);
couple of lenses(108) with adjustable dioptric power;
a motor (114) connected to the couple of lenses,
wherein the Remote Device with Display including: 20
a user interface with a screen, buttons(116), or a touch interface for setting the desired lens power, adjusting therapy parameters, and monitoring progressincluding cycles per minute of accommodative facility;
a control interface (116) allowing the user to send 25 commands to the motor in the Spectacle Frame(102).
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2. The device (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the motor's speed and direction are controllable by signals transmitted from the Remote Device with Display.
3. The device (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the lens in the spectacle 5 frame (102) serves as the optical element, and changes its dioptric power is adjustable within the range of +1.00 to +2.00 and -2.00 to -4.00 dioptre in response to signals from the remote-control device.
4. The device (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the motor (114) 10 configured to adjust the position, speed and direction of the lens based on signals received from a remote-control device.
5. The device (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the control interface (116) including buttons or touch gestures for adjusting the lens, selecting 15 accommodation levels, and controlling therapy parameterssuch as session duration and intensity.
6. The device (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the remote control device enables progress monitoring by displaying information such as 20 accommodation achieved, therapy duration, and graphical representations of previous and current therapy sessions.
7. The device (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein a wireless connectivity (Wireless Connectivity) between the handheld unit and remote-control 25 device is established through technologies such as Bluetooth or Wi-Fi.
8. The device (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the Display Device on the Remote Device provides real-time feedback on therapy progress,
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displaying cycles per minute of accommodative facility, graph comparisons, and target cycles per minute to be achieved.
9. Aprocess of using automatic flipper device for accommodative therapy of the eye, comprising: 5
diagnosing accommodative eye problems by an eye care professional and prescribing the device for home therapy based on the diagnosis;
wearing the spectacle frame unit during therapy sessions and holding the remote-control device for seamless interaction; 10
initiating therapy by commanding the spectacle frame unit to communicate with the remote-control device;
adjusting therapy settings wirelessly through the connected components during the therapy session for real-time customization;
transmitting therapy data wirelessly to cloud servers, enabling 15 remote access by eye care professionals for comprehensive monitoring;
adjusting remotely therapy plans based on patient progress, ensuring adaptive and personalized treatment;
displaying therapy progress, time duration, and comparisons on the handheld unit's display after therapy sessions, providing insightful 20 feedback to both the user and the eye care professionals.
Dated this 04/12/2023
25 G D Goenka University, Sohna Gurugram Road, Sohna, Haryana, India,
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ABTRACT AN AUTOMATIC FLIPPER DEVICE FOR ACCOMMODATIVE THERAPY OF EYE 5 The present invention relates to an automatic flipper device (100) for accommodative therapy of eye. The device (100) consists of a spectacle frame (102) with couple of lenses (108) and a motor (114), coupled with a remote device featuring a display. The spectacle frame (102) prioritizes user comfort through a lightweight and ergonomic design, housing components to secure lenses (108), 10 occluders, and a motor (114). The lenses are adjustable in dioptric power, offering versatility for therapy. The motor (114), intricately connected to the lenses (108), enables controlled adjustments. The remote device, equipped with a user-friendly interface, incorporates a screen, buttons (116), or touch interface for setting lens power, adjusting therapy parameters, and monitoring progress, including cycles 15 per minute of accommodative facility. Additionally, the remote device features a control interface that allows users to send commands to the motor in the spectacle frame, enhancing the device's overall functionality for personalized and effective eye therapy.
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We claim:
1. An automatic flipper device (100) for accommodative therapy of eye, comprising:
a spectacle frame (102) with couple of Lenses (108) and 10 Motor(114); and
a remote Device with Display(106);
wherein the Spectacle Frame (102) including:
a lightweight and ergonomic frame for user comfort during therapy sessions; 15
couple of lenses(108) holding component configured to secure a lens, occluders, and a motor(114);
couple of lenses(108) with adjustable dioptric power;
a motor (114) connected to the couple of lenses,
wherein the Remote Device with Display including: 20
a user interface with a screen, buttons(116), or a touch interface for setting the desired lens power, adjusting therapy parameters, and monitoring progressincluding cycles per minute of accommodative facility;
a control interface (116) allowing the user to send 25 commands to the motor in the Spectacle Frame(102).
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2. The device (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the motor's speed and direction are controllable by signals transmitted from the Remote Device with Display.
3. The device (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the lens in the spectacle 5 frame (102) serves as the optical element, and changes its dioptric power is adjustable within the range of +1.00 to +2.00 and -2.00 to -4.00 dioptre in response to signals from the remote-control device.
4. The device (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the motor (114) 10 configured to adjust the position, speed and direction of the lens based on signals received from a remote-control device.
5. The device (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the control interface (116) including buttons or touch gestures for adjusting the lens, selecting 15 accommodation levels, and controlling therapy parameterssuch as session duration and intensity.
6. The device (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the remote control device enables progress monitoring by displaying information such as 20 accommodation achieved, therapy duration, and graphical representations of previous and current therapy sessions.
7. The device (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein a wireless connectivity (Wireless Connectivity) between the handheld unit and remote-control 25 device is established through technologies such as Bluetooth or Wi-Fi.
8. The device (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the Display Device on the Remote Device provides real-time feedback on therapy progress,
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displaying cycles per minute of accommodative facility, graph comparisons, and target cycles per minute to be achieved.
9. Aprocess of using automatic flipper device for accommodative therapy of the eye, comprising: 5
diagnosing accommodative eye problems by an eye care professional and prescribing the device for home therapy based on the diagnosis;
wearing the spectacle frame unit during therapy sessions and holding the remote-control device for seamless interaction; 10
initiating therapy by commanding the spectacle frame unit to communicate with the remote-control device;
adjusting therapy settings wirelessly through the connected components during the therapy session for real-time customization;
transmitting therapy data wirelessly to cloud servers, enabling 15 remote access by eye care professionals for comprehensive monitoring;
adjusting remotely therapy plans based on patient progress, ensuring adaptive and personalized treatment;
displaying therapy progress, time duration, and comparisons on the handheld unit's display after therapy sessions, providing insightful 20 feedback to both the user and the eye care professionals.