Electrocoagulation Water Purification¶

Coagulation & Advanced Treatment • Est. CapEx: $1,250 USD • Lifespan: 7–15 Years

Technical Overview¶

A water purification technology that uses electricity to coagulate and inactivate waterborne viruses in a single step. Developed at Texas A&M University, it offers a promising alternative to chemical-based coagulation.

Key Specifications & Engineering Parameters¶

Parameter	Specification
Category	Coagulation & Advanced Treatment
Capital Cost (CapEx)	$1,250 USD
Power / Energy	Electric / Motorized
Target Scale	Household (5–10 people)
Standard Lifespan	7–15 Years
Technology Maturity	Prototype
Primary Mechanism	Electrical current is applied to water, causing the release of metal ions that neutralize the surface charge of viruses, allowing them to clump together and be easily removed. Simultaneously, the electric field inactivates the viruses, providing dual-action disinfection.

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