Although this work is from my early days, it's still one of my favorites due to the significance of the problem it solves (800M+ people lack access to clean water), simplicity of its design, and understanding of technical feasibility, financial limitations, and cultural considerations. It's my dream to return to this project one day.

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• Designed world's most affordable bicycle-based water desalinator, 100x more affordable than leading solutions (capable of processing 21.4 gallons / hr)

• Recognized as a top invention by Popular Science magazine, finalist in Warren Buffett's Grow Your Own Business challenge, winner of the Conrad Awards' Spirit of Innovation Challenge

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