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Researchers at MIT — Jongyoon Han, Junghyo Yoon, SungKu Kang, Hyukjin J. Kwon and Eric Brack — have come up with a device that does just this.
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Unlike other devices, the portable desalination unit does not employ filters, but works on electrical power.
Here’s a look at the amazing features of the suitcase-sized device: – The power it requires to operate is even less than that required to charge a cell phone! – Instead of traditional modes of charge, a solar panel costing $50 can be used. – The drinking water it produces exceeds WHO standards.
One button is all it takes to get clean drinking water.
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But, some salts remain and this is where the fifth step comes into the picture.
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#5: Electrodialysis is carried out to remove the remaining ions.
Communities that could benefit from this invention: – Those in war-torn zones – Those living on islands or aboard cargo ships – Those affected by natural disasters.
When the device was tested on the field, it showed astounding results. When the feed tube was tossed into the water at Boston’s Carson Beach, a cup of clear water was produced within 30 minutes. Can this be a boon for the shortage of clean drinking water around the world?