Protective Optics, Inc. v. Panoptx, Inc.
Opinion
Opinion
Breyer, J.
MEMORANDUM AND ORDER
Protective Optics, Inc. (“Protective”) filed suit against Panoptx, Inc. (“Panoptx”) for infringement of U.S. Patent No. 6,062, -688 (“the '688 patent”). The parties filed a Joint Claim Construction Statement asking that the Court construe four claim terms.
BACKGROUND
The '688 patent, entitled “Detachable Eyeglass Foam Shield,” discloses an eye shielding system to prevent liquids and solids from entering the face area behind eyeglasses. The patent was issued May 16, 2000, to Mr. Joseph Vinas. By assignment, Protective Optics, Inc. is the owner of the entire right, title, and interest of the '688 patent.
The relevant patent claims are directed to an “eye shield system,” and the “shield” itself. Generally, the system includes an air-permeable shield that is releasably secured to the frame of eyeglasses. When the system is worn, the shield sits between the entire perimeter of the frame and the wearer’s face. The purpose of the shield is to “block,” “resist,” or “prevent” the passage of liquids and solids from reaching the eyes. The shield is formed from air-permeable material to allow the passage of gases so as to prevent fogging of the lenses.