COVID-19 - PPE solutions

COVID-19 - PPE solutions - open-source assistive technology prototype by the Coronavirus (COVID-19) community

About this project

This Face Shield was designed by Columbia Univesity Engineers. This design has been ordered by hospitals. This face shield is a 2 piece, low-cost disposable face shield for protection against splashes and sprays. It is manufactured in PET film and can be fabricated by a number of approaches. Laser-cut, CNC knife cut, die-cut, rotary die-cut, etc. The 2 piece design allows for independent materials and thicknesses to be used to minimize cost and waste, for example, a thicker robust headband, and a thinner face shield. For more information see the Resources section below.

The challenge

Creating a protective face shield that is quick to print, easy to assemble and that can be scaled to be manufactured in large quantities.

Who it helps

Due to COVID19, Medical facilities worldwide are facing a dire shortage of face shields, N95 masks, and other personal protective equipment. Face Shields are not a replacement for N95 masks, however they do act as a protective physical barrier for healthcare workers's faces when dealing with patients' bodily fluids. Many conventional manufacturers have suspended production to follow government-mandated social distancing or run into supply chain issues due to the disruption in the global economy. The Maker Community has committed to enacting Plan C: filling in the gap with a global network of independent DIY fabricators.

How it works

For Original Columbia University page click here.

RDC Two-piece disposable face shield

A 2 piece, low-cost disposable face shield for protection against splashes and sprays. It is manufactured in PET film and can be fabricated by a number of approaches. Laser-cut, CNC knife cut, die-cut, rotary die-cut, etc. The 2 piece design allows for independent materials and thicknesses to be used to minimize cost and waste, for example, a thicker robust headband, and a thinner face shield.

RDC Face Shield: Instructions for Use

Project details

The build files for COVID-19 - PPE solutions are free to download from this page - open source, shared by TOM: Tikkun Olam Makers.

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