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Amazing Flatpack Bifocals

Paperglass Spectacles Fold to Just a Few Millimeters' Thickness

— October 3, 2013 — Fashion
Wouldn't it be nice if you didn't have to try so hard to take care of your eyeglasses? If it isn't enough that lenses are easily scratched, the hinges are another part that's commonly damaged. The latter, at least, is no concern with Paperglasses.

The Nishimura Precision Company of Japan has come up with a really clever design for its spectacles. The stems that usually cause your fold-up bifocals to take up extra space have been reworked to pivot and wrap around the tops of the frames instead. It's really quite a simple concept, and it's therefore surprising that it isn't already a standard practice in eyewear manufacturing.

Fine but very stiff metal wires form the delicate Paperglass design. These specs are so slick that they can be easily slipped away anywhere when they're not needed.
Trend Themes
1. Foldable Eyewear - The trend towards foldable eyewear creates opportunities for innovative designs that prioritize portability and durability.
2. Hingeless Glasses - The rise of hingeless glasses opens up possibilities for disruptive innovations that eliminate common breakage points and enhance long-term durability.
3. Compact Eyeglasses - The demand for compact eyeglasses drives the need for innovative solutions that minimize size while maintaining functionality and comfort.
Industry Implications
1. Eyewear Manufacturing - The eyewear manufacturing industry has the opportunity to introduce new production methods and materials that support the development of foldable, hingeless, and compact eyeglasses.
2. Material Engineering - The field of material engineering can play a vital role in developing lightweight yet strong materials that can withstand repeated folding and bending, enabling the production of innovative foldable eyewear.
3. Consumer Electronics Accessories - The consumer electronics accessories industry can explore opportunities to create compact and portable eyeglass cases specifically designed for foldable eyewear, catering to the growing market demand.
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