Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), located in Massachusetts, USA, plays a key role in modern science and technology with its studies. Now it has been revealed that researchers at MIT have made a discovery that may benefit humanity greatly in the future.
According to a report shared by the institute in recent months, researchers have discovered a way to turn seawater into drinking water with the push of a button. It was stated that this discovery could be a groundbreaking development for many societies around the world.
Drinking water can be produced with a single button without the need for a filter.
According to the scientists, the system is based on a portable purification unit that can convert polluted water into drinking water without the need for filters and high-pressure pumps. This device, which is the size of a suitcase, can purify salt water with a single button. It is not impossible to convert sea water to drinking water; however, it should be noted that normally quite heavy and large purification systems are required for this.
Most portable desalination systems require water to be passed through filters. But MIT’s new device uses electricity to remove particles from the water. According to the statements, the system uses ion concentration polarization (ICP) instead of a filter to produce drinking water. Additionally, let’s say that ICP does not always remove all the salts from the water. Researchers use a process called electrodialysis to solve this problem and get rid of residual salts. As a result, the system works successfully and ensures the production of drinking water.
The device is attracting great attention with the possibility of producing drinking water for large communities, relieving long-term concerns. Converting seawater to drinking water is important to many communities, especially small islands. In addition, it is stated that the portable unit can be used in many areas such as cargo ships, difficult military operations, people affected by natural disasters, and those with drinking water shortages.
It is also among the statements that MIT went to a beach to really test the product outside of the laboratory. Accordingly, the device tested in the field was able to work successfully and convert sea water to drinking water.
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