Patent ID: 7011773
Filing Date: 2006-03-14
Classification: B29C,B29D,B29K,B29L

Abstract:
1. A computer-implemented method for controlling an eyeglass lens forming apparatus, the eyeglass lens forming apparatus comprising: a first lens curing unit comprising a first activating light source, wherein the first lens curing unit is configured to produce activating light directed toward a mold assembly during use; a second lens curing unit comprising a second activating light source and heating system, wherein the second activating light source is configured to direct activating light toward a mold assembly during use; and wherein the heating system is configured to heat the interior of the second lens curing unit; a mold assembly holder configured to support a mold assembly; and a conveyor system configured to convey the mold assembly holder from the first lens curing unit into and through the second lens curing unit; the method comprising: monitoring the position of the mold assembly holder in the lens forming apparatus; and displaying the position of the mold assembly holder within the lens forming apparatus on a display device.