Atoco MOF-Based Atmospheric Water Harvester¶
Atmospheric & Fog Harvesting • Est. CapEx: $300 USD • Lifespan: 7–15 Years
Technical Overview¶
An innovative AWG using nano-engineered Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs) to passively capture water from air at low humidity without external energy. Aims to provide sustainable off-grid water for arid regions.
Key Specifications & Engineering Parameters¶
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Category | Atmospheric & Fog Harvesting |
| Capital Cost (CapEx) | $300 USD |
| Power / Energy | 100% Gravity / Zero Power |
| Target Scale | Community Scale |
| Standard Lifespan | 7–15 Years |
| Technology Maturity | Prototype |
| Primary Mechanism | MOFs with high surface area and strong water affinity adsorb water vapor from ambient air. When exposed to sunlight or slight temperature increase, the water is released and condensed, requiring no active cooling or heating beyond ambient energy. |
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Cross-Reference & Interactive Tools¶
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