STREED (Solar Thermal Resonant Energy Exchange Desalination)¶
Desalination & Distillation • Est. CapEx: $1,900 USD • Lifespan: 10 Years (Standardized)
Technical Overview¶
A filter-free and battery-free solar desalination prototype from Rice University that converts saltwater to potable water around the clock. Built with durable, low-maintenance materials, it targets remote communities lacking reliable power infrastructure.
Key Specifications & Engineering Parameters¶
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Category | Desalination & Distillation |
| Capital Cost (CapEx) | $1,900 USD |
| Power / Energy | Solar PV / Thermal |
| Target Scale | Community Scale |
| Standard Lifespan | 10 Years (Standardized) |
| Technology Maturity | Prototype |
| Primary Mechanism | Sunlight heats a saltwater chamber to produce vapor, which is channeled into a separate condenser. A resonant energy exchange mechanism stores and transfers thermal energy rhythmically, allowing the system to maintain production overnight without filters, membranes, or external electricity. |
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