Night-Driving Glasses Use Wire-Mesh Lenses, 1940

“Blinders” of wire mesh in new spectacles designed for night driving are said to shield the eyes from the glaring headlights of oncoming cars, 1940. Mounted in an eyeglass frame, the screening absorbs enough light to prevent retinal fatigue, without interfering with safe vision.

Wire screening in place of glass lenses cuts down the light that reaches the eyes.