Critical Design Condensation Locations in Facial Masks

Facial masks are the main interface between patients and breathing supportive devices. Condensation in these masks causes serious breath disturbance which could be life threatening. Based on temperature-driven mass and heat transfer formulations, a computer simulation fluid dynamic model is developed to compute the condensation rate and locations of a typical breathing facial mask. Condensation measurements are taken to validate the model. The effects of mask geometry and shape on condensation are elaborated on.