3D printing novel PPE for response to covid-19 related shortages

COVID-19 disruptions to the global supply chain have caused a shortage of personal protective equipment (PPE) at healthcare facilities world-wide. Traditional manufacturers are unable to fill the demand for equipment. Additive manufacturing has been able to help slacken the need by creating novel PPE. Over 8000 reusable filtered masks, over 10,000 face shields, and testing equipment were created with the combined efforts of healthcare organizations, academic institutions, community maker organizations, and creative industry partners. © 2020 SPIE