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.”