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Literature and Media-Based Review of Personal Protective Equipment 3D Printing Efforts During COVID-19

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The literature has peer reviewed many projects focused on 3D printing of personal protective equipment (PPE). In addition, several presentations in the news media and other forms of communication including social media are included in this chapter. The purpose of this chapter is to provide a cohesive review of this dynamic body of knowledge as of July 2020. The chapter is organized into face shields; masks to include N95 respirators, surgical masks, and community masks; and additional medical devices such as nasopharyngeal swabs and ventilator parts. This format will enable important periodic updates as the literature continues to rapidly expand.

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