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How 3D printing startups are helping the fight against covid-19

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NEW DELHI: The proximity to covid-19 patients has put the medical community world over at a heightened risk of infection. In the absence of fully protective equipment, the risk grows manifold.

Mumbai-based Boson Machines, a 3D printing startup, has brought out a protective face mask that can minimise the risk of infection among on-duty medical staff while they take care of patients.

With help from Swapneil Parikh of Jaslok Hospital, Boson Machines has designed a face shield with two components -- a plastic helmet made out of PLA (polylactic acid) and a 0.4 mm transparent sheet made of PVC (polyvinyl chloride) attached to it.

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