Compact, Low-Power Water Harvester
Abstract
Creare is developing a compact, lightweight system for extracting water vapor from the atmosphere and producing high-quality drinking water. Our microchannel water extractor (MWX) system uses Creares innovative, additive manufacturing techniques and high-capacity MOF sorbents to build an extremely compact heat and mass exchanger for efficient sorption of water vapor from air. We proved feasibility in Phase I by demonstrating MOF coatings that integrate with compact heat and mass exchange structures; measuring the cyclic sorption capacity of the coatings; and producing a concept design for an atmospheric water extraction system. In the Option phase, we plan to demonstrate production of potable water compliant with TBMED-577.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 10, 2021
- Accession Number
- AD1124682
Entities
People
- Michael G. Izenson
- Scott D. Phillips