Chaac Ha
This is a water harvesting concept that can collect water from both dew and rain. It is designed to be portable and affordable. It is inspired by nature in two of its key features. First, the shape and material of the rainwater-collecting membrane are inspired by the way bromeliads channel water into a central pond. Second, the structure supporting the membrane is inspired by a spider web, with its radial bamboo struts held in place by the tension of the membrane and by concentric radial cords, just as the radial cords of a spider web are separated by concentric radial threads.
This is a water harvesting concept that can collect water from both dew and rain. It is designed to be portable and affordable. It is inspired by nature in two of its key features. First, the shape and material of the rainwater-collecting membrane are inspired by the way bromeliads channel water into a central pond. Second, the structure supporting the membrane is inspired by a spider web, with its radial bamboo struts held in place by the tension of the membrane and by concentric radial cords, just as the radial cords of a spider web are separated by concentric radial threads.
Water production and storage
Main theme:
North
Region:
200 - 600
Precipitation (mm):
Average
Application difficulty:
3, 6, 9, 11 and 13
SDGs impacted:
Gravity
Energy used:
70 - 90
Efficiency (%):
Rural
Sector:
Optimization in water use
Expected environmental impact:
$500 - $1,000
Estimated value: