campaigns to print masks
(Baltimore, 6:20 PM, Mar 23, 2020)https://www.wmar2news.com/news/coronavirus/local-organization-makes-face-masks-for-local-hospitals "If we assume a very conservative error rate of 50% failed prints with the current printers, we have at full capacity we'll be getting at least 500 prints a day," said Will Holman, Executive Dir. of Open Works Baltimore.
Holman said tens of thousands of units are needed. Open works is accepting monetary donations on their website, they've already raised $10,000. Holman said he will shave his beard he's been growing for more than 5 years, if they raise $25,000 by Friday.
New Jersey
https://www.3dprintingmedia.network/forums/topic/ready-to-help-in-new-jersey/ volunteers with printers
http://www.news12.com/clip/15033233/glad-to-do-it-new-jersey-student-makes-face-masks-with-3d-printer-for-health-care-workers with video demonstration A graduate student at Stockton University is using his talent, hobby and free time to make face masks.
https://ktvz.com/news/national-world/2020/03/23/a-doctor-is-3d-printing-face-masks-to-help-meet-the-desperate-need-for-protective-gear/
https://www.billingsclinic.com/foundation/
3D Mask Files
- Directions to make 3D printed mask
- Mask STL files for printing (zip file)
- 3D Source files (zip file)
Read Dr. Richardson's story of how the mask went from idea to reality.
============= from a Facebook friend
here is a link to a pattern and how to video so we can at least feel like we are helping a little bit 😊. I've also done a little research as to what are the best materials for a homemade mask and it seems basic cotton as that from a heavy cotton T-shirt is best for effectiveness and comfort (source linked below as well). Also, a heavy wire in the nose section might be a good thing to add to this pattern, if you have the know-how to add that in.
https://www.deaconess.com/How-to-make-a-Face-Mask
https://www.joann.com/make-to-give-response/
https://smartairfilters.com/en/blog/best-materials-make-diy-face-mask-virus
https://www.joann.com/make-to-give-response/
https://smartairfilters.com/en/blog/best-materials-make-diy-face-mask-virus
