UCT ViZAR
South Africa
Overview of innovation
The UCT ViZAR is a comfortable, disposable face shield that has followed a user-centric design approach to meet all of the needs of the wearer.
The soft profiled foam brow allows for the visor to sit against the forehead while not irritating the skin. This also allows for a space between the shield and face, reducing the chance of fogging on the visor. The soft fabric elastic backing enables the visor to fit many head shapes and hairstyles. The UCT ViZAR has been designed for longer period use to maintain the much-needed safety and comfort of the user.
The soft profiled foam brow allows for the visor to sit against the forehead while not irritating the skin. This also allows for a space between the shield and face, reducing the chance of fogging on the visor. The soft fabric elastic backing enables the visor to fit many head shapes and hairstyles. The UCT ViZAR has been designed for longer period use to maintain the much-needed safety and comfort of the user.
Name of Developer
Prof. Sudesh Sivarasu
Primary Organisation
University of Cape Town
Was this innovation co-created?
No
Innovation Area/Category
Medical Devices
Technology Readiness Level
TRL 9 – Being utilized by the end user
Intellectual Property
No
Opportunity Type
Funding
Licensing
Manufacturing