ClearAir: an elastomeric, silicone-cushioned, half-facepiece transparent respirator mask, produced by Todd Fix for evaluation by the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA).
ClearAir is a reusable transparent respirator concept developed in 2021 for evaluation by BARDA. The transparent facepiece restores visible facial expression, which matters for communication in healthcare settings, for people who rely on lip reading, and for children. The design pairs a soft silicone face seal with replaceable pleated filter cartridges, and the R&D program set out ten objectives covering fit, comfort, filtration, decontamination, and cost.
