 This paper describes the process of a rapid development of the CPAP ventilator 'Vent-I' during the COVID-19 pandemic using appropriate technology and locally available components.  It was found that noble values and spirit are very important success factors, i.e. gotong royong, social entrepreneurship, pioneering and volunteerism.  Public trust was a very valuable social capital during the development and crowdfunding.  Collaboration between academic institutions, industry and the relevant authority from the very beginning will speed up the development and certification process.

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