Many researchers as well as practitioners are struggling to overcome the fear of spreading corona viral infection. Their activities are not only to develop vaccines but also produce several gadgets whose shortage is problematic.
Recently, an Italian group of volunteers successfully created valves to be connected to a ventilator using a 3D printer.
The Verge: Volunteers produce 3D-printed valves for life-saving coronavirus treatments
Many medical devices are exclusively used for one purpose. A limited number of such devices are produced in general because excessive stocks are burdening for hospitals. Therefore, a serious shortage of items occurs in the case of urgent demand such as a pandemic.
I am not sure if 3D printing architecture will meet this kind of need. Actually, 3D printing itself is a developing technology. In my sense, consumable items which do not need so strict standard are suitable for 3D printed.
Several ideas will be realized with 3D printing. I hope they will enrich our life.
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