UK firm Dyson has been called-up to manufacture 15,000 ventilators in the fight against Covid-19. Well done! For the rest of us … stay in, stay safe and stay healthy.
Taken from Engadget … Many companies have offered to build much-needed ventilators during the COVID-19 pandemic crisis, notably GM, Ford and Tesla. However, Dyson has now stepped up to the plate and the UK company known for vacuum cleaners and fans might have an edge over other non-ventilator makers. It developed the “CoVent” device in just ten days using Dyson’s current digital motor technology, according to CNN, and has already received an order for 10,000 units from the UK’s National Health Service (NHS).
In a letter to employees seen by Fast Company, founder James Dyson said the CoVent “can be manufactured quickly, efficiently and at volume,” noting that it’s “designed to address the specific clinical needs of COVID-19 patients.” He also promised to donate 5,000 ventilators to the “international effort,” including 1,000 for the UK.
The ventilator can be mounted on a bed, run on batteries or wall power and doesn’t require a fixed air supply, according to Med-Tech News. It’s also efficient in conserving oxygen and has a user interface designed specifically for healthcare providers.
Source: Engadget
