The following is a list of criteria for the design and deployment of DIY tools
Projects
Most commonly-seen projects are:
DIY masks
Limitations of DIY initiatives
Use of maker tools
Types of materials (PLA)
Specialized tools are not available in all settings
Reproducibility
Has the device been successfully replicated by other makers?
Does the
Validation
Testing
Collaboration with health specialists
Recommended design criteria
Availability of materials --to ensure easy replication, only widely-available material should be considered.
Evaluating cost, required skill level and time requirements.
Use of open hardware licenses.
Focus on good documentation: teams should enlist people with documentation skills. We recommend the use of Open Know-How and DIN Spec 3105 as guidelines.