Computer numeric control generation of toric surfaces

Norman Douglas Bradley; Gary A. Ball; John R. Keller

doi:10.1117/12.176839

26 May 1994 Computer numeric control generation of toric surfaces

Norman Douglas Bradley; Gary A. Ball; John R. Keller;

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Proceedings Volume 2127, Ophthalmic Lens Design and Fabrication II; (1994) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.176839
Event: OE/LASE '94, 1994, Los Angeles, CA, United States

Abstract

Until recently, the manufacture of toric ophthalmic lenses relied largely upon expensive, manual techniques for generation and polishing. Recent gains in computer numeric control (CNC) technology and tooling enable lens designers to employ single- point diamond, fly-cutting methods in the production of torics. Fly-cutting methods continue to improve, significantly expanding lens design possibilities while lowering production costs. Advantages of CNC fly cutting include precise control of surface geometry, rapid production with high throughput, and high-quality lens surface finishes requiring minimal polishing. As accessibility and affordability increase within the ophthalmic market, torics promise to dramatically expand lens design choices available to consumers.

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Norman Douglas Bradley, Gary A. Ball, John R. Keller, "Computer numeric control generation of toric surfaces", Proc. SPIE 2127, Ophthalmic Lens Design and Fabrication II, (26 May 1994); doi: 10.1117/12.176839; https://doi.org/10.1117/12.176839

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