A Comprehensive Study on Improving Contact Lens Performance Through Various Approaches

Year : 2025 | Volume : 13 | Special Issue 03 | Page : 211-222
    By

    Tarana,

  • Nathi Ram Chauhan,

  • Prachi Priyamvada,

  • Dhriti Bharadwaj,

  • Kavita Rani,

  1. Undergraduate B.Tech. Student, Department of Mechanical & Automation Engineering, Indira Gandhi Delhi Technical University for Women, Delhi, India
  2. Professor, Department of Mechanical & Automation Engineering, Indira Gandhi Delhi Technical University for Women, Delhi, India
  3. Undergraduate B.Tech. Student, Department of Mechanical & Automation Engineering, Indira Gandhi Delhi Technical University for Women, Delhi, India
  4. Undergraduate B.Tech. Student, Department of Mechanical & Automation Engineering, Indira Gandhi Delhi Technical University for Women, Delhi, India
  5. Associate Professor, Department of CSE, Panipat Institute of Engineering and Technology, Haryana, India

Abstract

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Contact lenses improve vision quality by correcting refractive errors and thus provide a convenient alternative to traditional eyeglasses. Apart from vision enhancement, they have multiple applications in cosmetics, drug delivery, and therapeutic use. The performance of these lenses depends on various factors such as material, design, fitting, and interaction between the lens and the eye. The selection of appropriate materials is crucial for maintaining optimal eye health. Properties like oxygen permeability, biocompatibility, and moisture retention improve long-term wear comfort and prevent complications like dryness or irritation. Moreover, proper fitting and precise lens design is essential for enhancing lens performance to achieve a sharp, clear, and undistorted vision. Advances in computational and mathematical modeling such as finite element analysis, eye biomechanics, drug delivery mechanisms, and tear film or lubrication dynamics have significantly improved lens performance. Despite these advancements in lens technology, there is still a limited understanding of effective modeling and analysis to optimize these parameters to improve lens performance. This paper explores the critical aspects of lens design, focusing on material selection and performance parameters, and investigates the multifaceted modeling and analysis approaches to improve lens performance. This offers valuable insights into the development of contact lenses across various applications, from everyday use to specialized medical needs.

Keywords: Contact lens, material, lens performance, modeling, analysis.

[This article belongs to Special Issue under section in Journal of Polymer and Composites (jopc)]

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Tarana, Nathi Ram Chauhan, Prachi Priyamvada, Dhriti Bharadwaj, Kavita Rani. A Comprehensive Study on Improving Contact Lens Performance Through Various Approaches. Journal of Polymer and Composites. 2025; 13(03):211-222.
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Volume 13
Special Issue 03
Received 26/10/2024
Accepted 18/01/2025
Published 30/03/2025
Publication Time 155 Days
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