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 Creare's 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 metal-oxide framework (MOF) coatings that integrate with compact heat and mass exchange structures, measuring the cyclic sorption capacity of the coatings, producing a concept design for an atmospheric water extraction system, and demonstrating production of potable water compliant with TBMED-577. In the Phase I Option, we explored advanced methods of producing MOF coatings and measured potability of water produced using MOF sorbents for atmospheric water harvesting.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 10, 2022
- Accession Number
- AD1156548
Entities
People
- Michael G. Izenson
- Scott D. Phillips