The medical supply shortage caused by the novel coronavirus could get some help from an unexpected source: 3D printers.
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HP, teeth straightener vendor SmileDirectClub and various other companies are exploring ways to use their 3D printing technology to build things like ventilator valves, breathing filters and face mask clasps.
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HP, in a press release from Wednesday , said it’s also looking at “entirely new parts such as plastic door handle adaptors which enable easy elbow opening to prevent further spread of the virus.” “We will make available any HP proprietary design files for these parts so they can be produced anywhere in the world and are also helping end-customers bridge potential supply chain interruptions by expanding distributed print-on-demand capabilities,” the Silicon Valley tech giant said. SmileDirectClub, which makes 3D printed, […]
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