F1 Team, University Make New Breathing Aid in Virus Fight

The video discusses a device designed to provide respiratory support to COVID-19 patients, particularly those with respiratory failure. It highlights the device's role in alleviating the burden on intensive care ventilators and its successful use in countries like Italy and China. The video also covers the manufacturing partnerships with companies like Mercedes and Oxford Optronix, emphasizing their capacity for large-scale production. Finally, it mentions the regulatory approval and ongoing trials in the UK, with the aim of deploying these devices in the NHS soon.

What is the significance of the partnership with Mercedes Formula One in the context of manufacturing these devices?

When are the devices expected to be ready for use in the NHS?