COVID-19 Articles

Answering hospitals’ calls for face shields to protect against coronavirus, Iowa makers begin 3D printing parts

Hospitals have called for donations of face shields to protect their workers treating patients with the novel coronavirus. People with 3D printers are answering the call. . Des Moines Register In homes, businesses and studios across Iowa, the whirring sounds of 3D...

3D Printing and COVID-19, April 2, 2020 Update

Due to the ravaging effects of COVID-19 on the respiratory system of patients, ventilators are in high demand. . However, due to the sheer capacity of hospitals, a lack of global coordination around manufacturing and distributing this complex medical equipment, and...

Local woman makes protective face shields for first responders

Amber Leung is stuck at home but is making the most of it. She is hard at work making protective face shields to give away to first responders. . “This will help keep things from striking their face and getting into their eyes nose and mouth,” she said. . She is...

Bracing for a long battle against COVID-19: General Use Face Shields designed by PolyU ready for mass production

The situation in Hong Kong has become more critical amid the rise of confirmed cases of COVID-19 infections. Experts have warned that members of the public should prepare for a long fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. . Over the past few months, The Hong Kong...