MIT Unveils Miracle Hydrogel That Turns Air into Drinkable Water

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The researchers at MIT have created a hydrogel that can extract moisture from the air and convert it into clean, drinkable water.

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The hydrogel retains its three-dimensional structure while absorbing a large volume of water, even in arid environments.

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By incorporating lithium chloride, the hydrogel achieves record-breaking water absorption capabilities.

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The material continuously draws in moisture without leakage, even in severely dry conditions with 30 percent relative humidity.

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After absorption, the water can be collected as ultrapure liquid, free from contaminants.

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The hydrogel has vast potential applications, including addressing water scarcity in drought-prone and desert areas.

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It could be integrated into air conditioning units to dehumidify the air and save energy, as well as serve as a method of passive water harvesting.

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The material is cost-efficient, high-performance, and shows promise for practical applications.

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MIT's research, published in the Journal of Advanced Materials, aims to improve water uptake rates and enable frequent water harvesting for a reliable and consistent water supply in water-scarce regions.

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