Aquaduct by IDEO is also a Water Purifier


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Cycling to lose weight is something that I’ve heard of but to purify water is a sure first. The Aquaduct is designed by IDEO and is meant for developing countries where access to clean water is difficult. The cycle is modded to hold a tank on the back that can be used to store and transport water. And while you’re pedaling, water is pumped through a filter into a ‘clean’ tank on the front of the bike. In case you reach the destination before all of the water has been purified then you can flip a clutch on the side of the bike, and stationary pedal in place to purify the rest.



The Aquaduct won the first place in the Innovate or Die pedal powered machine design contest, sponsored by Specialized and Google.
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