University of South Africa
Overview of innovation

The AquaHarvest™ System is an innovative water generation technology that produces liquid water directly from air. It uses an air current generator and a specially designed flow body with a constricted section that cools incoming air to near its dew point. As the air exits the outlet, water naturally condenses, providing a continuous source of clean, drinkable water. Unlike conventional dehumidifiers, AquaHarvest™ achieves condensation efficiently using passive thermodynamic principles and can be adapted for off-grid or solar-powered applications, making it suitable for arid and remote environments.

Type of Intellectual Property protection
Patent
Innovation Opportunity Type
Investment
Partnership
Industry
Agriculture, forestry and fishing
Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities
Water collection, treatment and supply
Technology Readiness Level
TRL 6 – Prototype tested in real-world settings
Website link
https://www.unisa.ac.za/sites/corporate/default/Research-&-Innovation/Innovation,-Technology-Transfer-and-Commercialisation