Technical requirements
- Output: Minimum 5,000 gallons per day from contaminated groundwater or surface water sources
- Footprint: Must fit in one 20-foot ISO container for strategic airlift
- Power: Must operate from generator, solar, or a hybrid combination
- Water sources: Handle brackish water, turbid river water, and radiologically-affected sources
- Setup time: Full operational capability within 4 hours of arrival by a 4-person team
- Output quality: Meet EPA and WHO drinking water standards
Priority innovations sought
- Reduced energy consumption relative to current Reverse Osmosis Water Purification Unit (ROWPU) systems
- AI-based contaminant detection and treatment adjustment
- Modular design enabling field repair with common tools
- Atmospheric water generation as supplemental source