[labcomputer]

My understanding is that the various open source ventilator projects are attempting to use readily-available COTS parts (by, for example, using a constant-speed blower and valves operated by RC hobby servos instead of a variable-speed blower). So that should, at least partially, solve the scaling problem.

As for political organization, I would think that almost takes care of itself if someone presents a turn-key, scalable solution.

[hackcasual]

So if these open source ventilators are needed in any number, it's going to be dependent on the RC hobby servo motor supply chain?