IIT Delhi-developed 'Facial Protection Equipment' gets financial support

According to the official statement released by IIT Delhi, the protective gear restricts person-to-person transmission of coronavirus when an infected person coughs or sneezes.

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi developed a type of protective gear, i.e. 'COVLOCK' to facilitate the frontline workers in order to combat COVID-19. According to the official reports, low-cost COVLOCK received financial support from Clifford Chance Business Services. According to the official statement released by IIT Delhi, the protective gear restricts person-to-person transmission of coronavirus when an infected person coughs or sneezes. It is an “innovative ergonomic” face mask, which can comfortably be worn for long durations just like a pair of glasses. The statement further adds, “Rapid prototyping will be employed to mass-produce COVLOCK at IIT Delhi for frontline workers and organisations at an ultra-low-cost."

While thanking the investor for the financial support, the project's principal investigator, Professor Arnab Chanda, Centre for Biomedical Engineering, IIT Delhi stated, “COVLOCK is the first ergonomic 3D-Printed face shield for prolonged wear and comfort. This project is a collaboration between IIT Delhi and Clifford Chance Business Services and offers the potential of making a meaningful difference in this situation by equipping the front runners in the healthcare industry with the appropriate protection gear.”

Professor V Ramgopal Rao, Director, IIT Delhi in the statement said, “In an effort to contain the raging pandemic, personal protective equipment is a highly valuable aid. These shields are sure to be utilised by COVID-19 frontline workers. IIT Delhi has been at the forefront of innovation, and we are glad to have corporate support in our endeavours.” The IIT Delhi Director added, “We are hopeful that more companies will follow suit.” 

Professor Anurag S Rathore, Dean, Corporate Relations, IIT Delhi added: “These tough times call for industry and academia to work together for the betterment of the prevalent conditions, and this association will prove to be a successful step in that direction. As IIT Delhi continues to devise methods to battle the pandemic, we urge more companies to come forward and join us in our endeavours.”

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