In a significant breakthrough, a team of Pakistani students from the Electrical Department at Bahria University has created a machine that extracts water from the air, providing an economical solution to Pakistan’s water scarcity issue.
Under the guidance of Engineer Dr. Aurangzeb Rashid Masood, Ali Jan, Hisham bin Tabassum, and Syeda Amina Ali designed the innovative device called “Hydrogen.”
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“This machine can convert up to 60% of the moisture in the air into pure drinking water, comparable to the quality of international bottled water brands,” stated Hisham.
The water generated by the Hydrogen machine is about 70% less expensive, costing Rs29 per liter based on current electricity prices. If powered by solar energy, the cost could be as low as Re0.50 per liter.
The “Hydrogen” machine has the potential to address waterborne diseases in Pakistan by supplying clean drinking water to areas facing shortages. Its performance and distillation process can be monitored and managed through a mobile application, enabling real-time assessments of water quality.
