The new silicone elastometric half-piece respirator, VJR-NMU: A novel and effective tool to prevent COVID-19.

Filter facepiece respirators (FFRs) are critical for preventing the transmission of respiratory tract infection disease, especially the dreadful coronavirus 2 (SARs-CoV-2). The N95 mask is a prototype, high-efficiency protective device that can effectively protect against airborne pathogens of less...

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Main Authors: Anan Manomaipiboon, Sujaree Pupipatpab, Pongsathorn Chomdee, Anusang Chitsomkasem, Yutthana Apichatbutr, Pathiporn Boonyapatkul, Thananda Trakarnvanich
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2020-01-01
Series:PLoS ONE
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0237206