Doug Martin, a powertrain control engineer working for American automotive giant Ford, has developed a wonderfully innovative water generator system that converts condensation into drinking water.
Air conditioners in car cause water vapor to collect on the condenser. Martin's On-the-Go H2O system collects this condensation before filtering it and then directing it through a faucet attached to the car. The system is capable of generating nearly 2 liters of water per hour, which is a substantial amount of water.
This in-car water generator technology is not primed for production just yet, but it certainly could make for a wonderfully eco-friendly way to generate safe drinking water in cars. The On-the-Go H2O System could be of particular use in places where water is hard to come by, and could help maintain the physical health of people driving through desert areas for example.
Automotive Water Generators
The On-the-Go H2O System Converts Condensation Into Drinking Water
Trend Themes
1. In-car Water Generators - Opportunity for developing innovative technology that converts condensation into drinking water in vehicles.
2. Eco-friendly Water Generation - Potential for eco-friendly solutions that generate safe drinking water using condensation from air conditioners.
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Industry Implications
1. Automotive - Automakers could explore integrating in-car water generator technology as a value-added feature to enhance sustainability and convenience for users.
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3. Travel and Tourism - In-car water generators could find applications in the travel and tourism industry to provide a reliable source of drinking water for travelers venturing into remote or water-scarce regions.