Israeli Device Takes the Thirst Out of War Zones

Mar 7, 2012 | 1

An Israeli start up has developed a portable device that generates large amounts of water from desert air. The company says the system will offer troops in conflict zones a cheap and safe way to stay hydrated. Rinat Harash reports.

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1. Macrocompassion 05:28 AM 4/6/12

Such a device as this uses energy to condense the water. So what is the equivalent quantity of gasolene needed here to produce a liter of drinking water? Can solar energy be substituted?
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