This article sums it up pretty well - Do No Harm
I'm concerned that 3D printed masks are no better than sewn fabric masks and will ultimately be more difficult to keep clean. Fabric masks can be washed with bleach, done. There's some research to support this.
I think 3dP face shields represent a better application of the tech, will help, and are far less likely to create other issues as unapproved devices.
Also, health care workers and their organizations need to feel comfortable with the product.
I've asked my wife, who is a respiratory therapist, to show some face shield designs to her people at work. If we can get acceptance for one, great. I can start making some and see where it goes. If one hospital in the Bay Area goes for it then maybe we have a project we can pull people into and scale up. We shall see.
I'm concerned that 3D printed masks are no better than sewn fabric masks and will ultimately be more difficult to keep clean. Fabric masks can be washed with bleach, done. There's some research to support this.
I think 3dP face shields represent a better application of the tech, will help, and are far less likely to create other issues as unapproved devices.
Also, health care workers and their organizations need to feel comfortable with the product.
I've asked my wife, who is a respiratory therapist, to show some face shield designs to her people at work. If we can get acceptance for one, great. I can start making some and see where it goes. If one hospital in the Bay Area goes for it then maybe we have a project we can pull people into and scale up. We shall see.
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