GB2602665A - Wing Mirrors 4 Bikes (WM4Bs) of specs 360 - Google Patents

Abstract

A pair of glasses comprising a frame 1, lenses 4, 5, left and right arms 8, 9 and wing mirrors 3, 6 positioned on the left and right sides of the frame 1. The wing mirrors 3, 6 are adjustable through both X and Y axis (see figures 3, 4 and 5) to enable the wearer to view objects behind or above them without the need to turn their head. The lenses may comprise of known orthoptic features such as tint, prescription, bi or vary-focal and may be constructed from known materials including glass, plastics or resins. The wing mirrors may comprise a plurality of reflective surfaces set at different angles.

Description

DESCRIPTION

Wing Mirrors For Bikes (WM4BS) or SPECS 360+180 I have been a keen cyclist since learning age four or five. As the years rolled on and the roads became busier, it was becoming more and more dangerous to cycle on public roads. An ever increasing number of vehicles on the roads, combined with limited 'Cycle Only' lanes in inner-cities, I started to feel increasingly unsafe whilst using a bicycle. Having experienced several close shaves with motorists over the years and, DID get hit Clean Off, on one occasion, fortunately, escaping with minor injuries ---[began to consider using mirrors to ensure safe travel and peace of mind.

After browsing online for rear-view mirror for cyclists, I was dismayed to find nothing suitable. I was surprised at how limited these products were, and of those available, none seemed very efficient -some of the products seeming more of a hinderance than a benefit. I first tried cycle-mounted minors, which vibrated heavily. I then found some 'helmet mounted' mirrors, but these were large and cumbersome and I often found myself having to readjust them, causing distraction. Furthermore, they were not effective in windy or off-road conditions. It was then I started thinking about a suitable, safe alternative. It was then I came with this invention.

WM4BS or SPECS 360+180 relates to a pair of glasses with (Adjustable) wing mirrors, mounted on the frame each side of the lens, giving the cyclist or subject sa view of Not just Behind, but also Behind And Above. the same as a motorist does whilst using their rear view mirror and without having to take their eyes off the road, Because of the close proximity of the 'Wing Mirrors' to the eyes, the subject is provided with optimum acuracy, wth regard to the judgement of distance, and depth of projection, and, because there are two of them, one for each eve, it makes them universal with regard to which side of the road the motorists use. Then there is the ability to set the angle and thus the 'Target' or 'view' on two completely different targets and without the need of moving the head to any major degree. It enables the subject the great advantage of taking evasive action should a motor vehicle approach at speed and recklessness from behind should they feel an impending accident.

Having a constant view of all behind, and above, whilst cycling, dramatically increases ones confidence and returns the pleasure to cycling as well as dramatically increasing safety, and I've no doubt that WM4B's or SPECS 360+180 can and will save accidents, and even lives, when used in this capacity.

Similarly people using the product whilst out walking can now have the ability to see when they're being approached from behind Or Above by birds, joggers, cyclists, phone or handbag snatchers, muggers, scooterers, especially electric, anti-stalkers and the list goes on.

I believe in this age of electrified vehicles, there has NEVER been more of a demand for a product such as this, if only because that one cannot HEAR them (electrified motor vehicles) approaching.

WM4BS or SPECS360+180 consists of a pair of glasses;-Fig1.1 fitted with small 'Wing Mirrors' 2,3 and Fig's 7.2** and 7.3*** mounted on each side of the main frame 1. by means of a universal ball and socket hinge or joint 8*. The said joint is designed such that the wing mirrors 2 and 3 may be rotated and set through 180 degrees, -90, and +90, through the x-axis as in Fig 4, plus -90 to +/-100 degrees, through the Y-axis as in Fig 3, which in turn, allows the subject a view of virtually all behind and above them without the need of turning their head, thus increasing the safety and confidence, significantly of the cyclist or anyone, using them.

The lenses 4 and 5 may be clear, or tinted, or two-way, or mirrored, or prescription, or clear, or bi-focal, or multi-focal, or low or poor light, or driving and night-time driving, in fact, and lenses existing both current and future. They may be permanent, or removable, so that one can fit the desired lens to suit the conditions (from bright and sunny to dull and raining and even poor light or night-time).

The wing mirrors can he of simply standard mirror Fig lb. (Rhs) whereby,the back of the mirrors may carry the makers logo or even any bespoke design, purely for aesthetic, promotional, design purposes.

The WM can also be made of two way glass thus enabling the subject to see both the reflection and straight through as in Fig Lb (Lin) and, simultaneously.

They also may be constructed as per drawing in Fig7.2** whereby the there are two reflective (mirrored) surfaces, set, in this case, 37 dergges apart.

In Fig 73*** where there are 3 reflective surfaces, each set 23 degrees, apart. in this case, giving 3 symaltaneouse different targets.

All dimentions, styles and angles are for illustrational purposes only, and can all be designed, to suit. Similarly, we will be using a multitude of materials from chromium metal to plastic resins and glass.

Fig1.1 shows the WM4B's or SPECS 360+180 with its components numbered.

Fig2. Shows a half, pair glasses illustrating the Wing mirror closed at 0 degrees, illustrating the verstility of the product, which can be worn simply as a pair of glasses, or sunglasses, whereby they appear to be just another pair of spectacles.

Fig 3 illustrates the WM being opened up to +1-100 degrees via rotation through the y axis.

Fig's 4 and 5 illustrate the WM being rotated up to 180 degrees through the x axis.

Fig 6 simply shows the rear of the glasses illustrating the location of the universal jointlig1.1 prt 8, and also shows the WM (Left hand side or 1.11S) closed to -90 degrees through the Y Axis for storage.

Fig la Shows a pair of WM4B's or Spec's 360+180 in another style purely to demonstrate that the shape and size of the product may Differ SUBSTANTIALLY FIG 1 b. shows ANOTHER DESIGN this time demonstrating the WM (LHS) with the 'standard mirror style (with logo on the back), whilst the (RHS) WM is of the 'Two way glass style.' It's also worth noting that the WM SHAPE in this example, is of Another style, namely, circular, demonstrating that WM shape, as well as the main frame shape, can be almost anyshape. the flexability *Depicts the 'universal ball joinwhich isnt fully developed at this stage and" all drawings, are for illustration puposes only.

**Depicts the 'double angled wing minor' as in page 4/5 Fig7.2 * ***Depicts the 3 sided Wing Mirror as in page 4/5 Fig 7.3 * All Drawings are for illustration purposes only and shall Not be held to account for any reasons.

All shapes, sizes, materiels, designs, styles and colours, used to construct both the main spectacles, and the wing minors, are 'purely speculative' at this stage' and therefore, aren't part of this description, as, together with the remaining files in this application, including the 'Abstract; Description; Claims and all drawings, are all, for demonstrative purposes only.

Claims (7)

1. CLAIMS1. A pair of glasses comprising a WING MIRROR (WM) attatched to each side of the main frame, both left and right, adjustable through both 'K and 'Y' axies' enabling the target areas be set at will AND independently of one another thus enabling the wearer or subject a view of almost all behind as well as, above them and without the need to turn their head, to any major degree, thus enabling them to keep their eyes on the road, or on whatevber else they're doing, whilst constantly monitoring behind and above. 2.
2. A pair of glasses according to claim 1, in which the main lenses be of either tinted or plain or prescription, hi-or vary-focal, poor light or night vision, and All manner of glasses, plastics and resins, commercial or domestic, and may be permanent or removable enabling them to be changed at will for any reason they feel, be it aesthetic or functional. 3.
3. A pair of glasses according to claim 1 and 2, in which the WM's be comprised of Two way Glass' whereby the subject sees not only behind, but, behind and above,and, also, see straight through.
4. 4. A pair of glasses according to claims 1 and 2, in which the WM's comprise of a standard (lway) Mirror. This, a method, as with all 3seen today, performs at optimum, regardless of Which' one, one uses, and the rear of which, may carry a designers logo, or any bespoke or any other design or decoration or artwork.
5. 5. A pair of glasses according to claims 1 and 2 in which the Wing Mirror be of design to have two, or three reflective serfaces set al different angles to one another see Fig7.3 Whereby the hinge employed be rotatable through, one axis, two axis' or even no axis, we reserve the right to use in any combinagtion, wether its this. WM or anyotherWM1s.
6. 6. A pair of glasses according to all preceding claims in which the arms and WM's be orientated, either above, or below oneanother, and where the shape and size may all vary to suit optimum effectiveness, and suit current styles, fashions and fads.
7. 7. A pair or a single minor according to all preceding claims whereby they can be mounted on a safety helmuts or any form of hat or headgear or mounting harness, so long as The unique charactertistics, are maintained.Amendment to the claims have been filed 4 1. A pair of glasses comprising a WING MIRROR (WM) attached to each side of the main frame, both left and right, adjustable through both 'X' and 'Y' axes' enabling the target areas be set at will AND independently of one another thus enabling the wearer or subject, a view of almost all behind as well as above them and without the need to turn their head, to any major degree, thus enabling them to keep their eyes on the road or on whatever else they're doing, whilst constantly monitoring behind and above.2. A pair of glasses according to claim 1, in which the main lenses be of either tinted or plain or prescription, bi or vary-focal, poor light or night vision, and all manner of glasses, plastics and resins, commercial or domestic, and may be permanent or removable enabling them to be changed at will for any reason they feel, be it aesthetic or functional.3. A pair of glasses according to claim 1 and 2, in which the WM's be comprised of 'Two way Glass' whereby the subject sees not only behind, but behind and above, and also see straight through.4. A pair of glasses according to claims 1 and 2, in which the WM's comprise of a standard (1way) Mirror. This, a method, as with all 3 seen today, performs at optimum, regardless of 'Which' one, one uses, and the rear of which, may carry a designers logo, any bespoke or any other design or decoration or artwork.5. A pair of glasses according to all preceding claims in which the arms and WM's be orientated, either above, or below one another, and where the shape and size may all vary to suit optimum effectiveness, and suit current styles, fashions and fads.6. A pair or a single mirror according to all preceding claims whereby they can be mounted on a safety helmets or any form of hat or headgear or mounting harness, so long as the unique characteristics, are maintained.