ReCurve Frame

Description and step-by-step instructions for the ReCurve™ Frame used to facilitate better sealing of commercially manufactured surgical masks, and to hold loose filtering material against wearer's face. The ReCurve Frame design is available for use under the Open COVID License – Patent (OCL-P) 1.1 https://opencovidpledge.org/license/v1-1-ocl-p/ LEGAL DISCLAIMER: The information presented here is intended to assist the general public during the current global pandemic related to COVID-19 and the related shortage of personal protective equipment. Please be aware that this design is not intended to replace standard protective equipment such as N-95 masks or surgical masks when that equipment is available. The use of this design has not been fully tested and has not been approved by federal or state authorities. We assume no liability and make no representations, warranties, or guarantees regarding the safety, efficacy, or appropriate use of these community made PPE in any particular situation. Each facility should test each batch of PPE prior to relying on them for protection. Use of this information for any purpose is at the user’s own risk. Designer's note: whoops, in my rush to make the video, the frame demo at the beginning has the frame applied backwards lol. Make sure loops face outward for best fit!