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You'd be forgiven for thinking Jaden Smith is spreading himself too thin. He just released the latest iteration of his Cool Tape series, Vol. 3, at the end of August, and he also spends his days as an actor, an inventor, a full-time celebrity (somewhat begrudgingly, it seems), and a burgeoning philanthropist.

While fans are still learning the subtle intricacies of recent hits like "Cabin Fever," though, Jaden has shifted his attention again, putting his full effort into his non-profit, 501cTHREE, which he runs with Drew FitzGerald. Jaden excels at so many different roles, it seems, because he has an ability to turn his attention on a dime, diving headfirst into passion projects with the vigor and attitude he brings to every one of his practices.

"I just have to take the time to remind myself of what I'm focusing on," he explains to Complex. "I have to take each of my projects seriously and give them equal value." His latest? The Water Box: a filtration system to provide water for communities with a lack of access.

Though Jaden's name is synonymous with celebrity (it's kind of hard to avoid when your parents are Will and Jada and your sister is Willow), his new endeavor is as far from a vanity project as one can get. After becoming despondent following the media's coverage of the Flint water crisis, Jaden sprung into action, investing in a filtered water box company called The Water Box, that he brought to the community in Michigan. Residents are given 10-gallon storage containers and encouraged to head to the Box to receive free, filtered water. At publication time, his project has already supplied the equivalent of 300,000 bottles of water.

While the four systems in Flint continue to run, Jaden and his team at 501cThree are expanding their efforts, most recently partnering with the Newark Water Coalition to bring their first Waterbox to Newark, New Jersey. In a press release, Newark Water Coalition's Anthony Diaz spelled out just how constantly his city is reminded of its lack of clean water. "You have this inherent trust that you turn the faucet on the water's clean and the water safe to drink," he says. But in Newark, it's not.

Jaden has used his goodwill as a musician, actor, and entrepreneur to inspire change in these communities, and while he's the face of the brand, he knows the issues will only be solved when more systemic action occurs. His plan is just the beginning, but water filtration systems across U.S. cities should be adopted universally, not because a 22-year-old celebrity is making the problem a passion project. Jaden readily admits this. As such, his aim is to bring focus and attention to a vastly concerning problem, and hopefully infuse it with enough hope to get civilians and governments to build upon his plan. It's another unexpected move from a cultural chameleon, an artist in pure pursuit of making the world a better place.

"At any moment, we can create a new version of the world," he points out. "I have a belief that the next thing that changes everything for everyone can be around the corner."

Where did the idea to improve water conditions in impoverished cities come from?
I want to give back and I want to help, but I want to help in a way that's more direct and straight to the point. I want to find somebody out in the world who needs help. I had the idea of wanting to go all over the world. I want to deploy filtration systems all over the world. There are so many people in the world that die from not having clean water, whether they don't have enough clean water inside their body for their diet, or even just on the outside of their body, in terms of infections. There are so many terrible diseases in the world that are killing people-mostly small children-and it's just terrible. I really wanted to get out there and help those places, and help people with water access needs.

We realized that we have water problems right here in our backyard in America. And, at that point in time, the main water crisis that we were looking at was in Flint, Michigan. That's when we put our first water box in Flint, Michigan. That was over a year ago, almost two years ago at this point.

How does the water box work?
You go up to it and it gives you 10 gallons of water in 15 seconds, and it's free. We just wanted to give people access to water in Michigan in a way where they weren't having to rely on donations from out of state. They were getting like two million bottles of water the first year, but the next year, the numbers were dwindling. We thought it'd be better to help give access to pure water right then and there, that was in the city. Especially with COVID, everybody needs bottles, so people aren't donating much anymore.

This all started for us in Flint and we just wanted to expand it even further, because people are getting more involved in what we're doing. We're trying to deploy technologies that can help people impact the world and we're starting with our water box product, but eventually we'll evolve into more practical ways of helping people.

"There are billions of us here on this Earth and any of us could come up with that next thing."

With looming climate change, trying to move away from water bottles is important. Obviously donations are crucial, but finding a better way is also important. Is that something that factored into shifting away from water bottles into a more sustainable system?
100%, especially when we're in disaster situations over and over. Since early 2019, with the four water boxes that we have planted, we've given out the equivalent of 300,000 bottles of water for free. That's what we've done so far with just the four water boxes, a tray, and 10-ounce containers at a time. We're hoping that one day, we'll be able to get that number to double, triple, quadruple, and just keep giving out more water. This issue is all over the world.

I saw Anthony Diaz from the Newark Water Coalition, say, "You have this inherent trust that you turn that faucet on, that water is clean and that water is safe to drink. And in the city of Newark they can't say that right now." That shocked me and I found it staggering.
It's so sad to see these people-young kids, specifically-who are here listening to these adults, talk about why the water isn't good to drink. The fact that they're like seven years old, and they're even asking that question, is so sad. It's just unbelievable. I just feel like we need to do something, and I don't see people doing it. That's why we're going to get in there and we're going to talk to the community and we're going to see what the community needs. We're going to try to offer things that will help the community run a little bit smoother so that people can at least get clean water without worrying about it. Eventually, we're going to set up more stations, which is what our plan is right now in Newark. We just want to get people's eyes on it so we can all be talking about it.

There are people who will be attracted to the fact that it is your program and it's Jaden Smith's company. How do you keep the mission focused on helping communities when people may be distracted by the fact that it is your business?
I'm not present at all times, and this issue is ongoing. We don't want to attract people because I'm involved. This is an issue that exists without me, and will continue to exist. If you're a person that's just interacting with the water box, you might not know my involvement because it's not like the boxes have our names on it. You can't really focus on my involvement because it's about the community and how it feels. As long as the community isn't bothered by it, or doesn't trust it because of media attention or something, then we're fine. As long as we're good within that specific community, then we're fine. That's all we care about at the end of the day.

A lot of celebrities have the opportunity to use platforms to make the world a better place, but not everyone does. Where did this desire to be a philanthropist come from?
I think it's from my family, and also from the fact that I live such a blessed and honored life. I just want to give back because I love the world so much and I care about the world, and I care about the people in the world. I just want to give back because it's the right thing to do. I also have ideas on how to do it. I knew that we could create a filtration system that would send potable water to underserved communities.

What do you say to someone who is inspired by your vision, but doesn't necessarily have the resources to implement something this big?
I think that it's important to find a team of people who are like-minded and that will affect the world in the same way that you want to affect it. The first step is to have other people that are on the same page with you. You also have to be serious, no matter how small the task. The more that you know, the more that people are going to be like, "Oh man, this is serious," and actually get behind you and become a part of your team. When I started working with Drew [FitzGerald], my partner at 501cTHREE, everything changed. We both took it seriously. We have a long history of making things together, but when we started working on this, that really took things to the next level.

Shifting to music, how cathartic has it been to have songwriting as an outlet during this time? Did working on CTV3 offer you some relief?
I always love having music as an outlet. It's helpful to me. It helps me get through a lot of things. During this time, having music as an outlet has been a really beautiful experience.

Why did you feel like now is a good time to get the Cool Tape series back up and running?
I felt like I had to put an end to the whole thing. I had to end it because I want a really big evolution and a big leap forward. I want people to continue to expect things to change and change with me as I move forward. When I was making The Cool Tape, I didn't know that the world was going to be in a state that it's in right now. I feel like people are hurting so much during this terrible time that I'm happy I was able to release something so that people who care can have it. If you don't have the capacity for it right now, that's totally fine, but for those few people out there who I might've made smile one time, that's really great. That's why I'm glad that it was able to come out.

Because your music is so unpredictable, have you figured out where you want to go next? Or are you still in the gestation period?No, everything I release is related to how I'm feeling, so I know where I'm headed. With everything that we do, we are already a bunch of steps ahead and I've been thinking past the latest Cool Tape for a long time.

How do you stay grounded in the moment when you're always looking ahead?
Right now it's different, because I don't have to present myself to people. It makes it a lot easier just because I don't have to go on tour and present myself to anybody.

How do you manage to stay positive and looking forward when it can be so easy to fall into the chaos around us?
I just believe in people. I believe in the power of creativity and that something new can exist. That keeps me going. There are billions of us here on this Earth and any of us could come up with that next thing. It might be tomorrow. It might be right now. That's how I stay so positive, I believe.

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Jaden Smith Wants to Talk to You About Clean Water

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You'd be forgiven for thinking Jaden Smith is spreading himself too thin. He just released the latest iteration of his Cool Tape series, Vol. 3, at the end of August, and he also spends his days as an actor, an inventor, a full-time celebrity (somewhat begrudgingly, it seems), and a burgeoning philanthropist.

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PAANI Water Filter Device Invent@SU 2019

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Ceramic water filters ( CWF) are an inexpensive and effective type of water filter, that rely on the small pore size of ceramic material to filter dirt, debris, and bacteria out of water. This makes them ideal for use in developing countries, and portable ceramic filters are commonly used in backpacking.

Similar to other methods of filtering water, the filter removes particles larger than the size of the pores in the filter material. Typically bacteria, protozoa, and microbial cysts are removed. However, filters are typically not effective against viruses since they are small enough to pass through to the "clean" side of the filter. Ceramic water filters (CWF) may be treated with silver in a form that will not leach away. The silver helps to kill or incapacitate bacteria and prevent the growth of mold and algae in the body of the filter.

Ceramic filtration does not remove chemical contaminants, per se. However, some manufacturers (especially of ceramic candle filters) incorporate a high-performance activated carbon core inside the ceramic filter cartridge that reduces organic and metallic contaminants. The active carbon absorbs compounds such as chlorine. Filters with active carbon need to be replaced periodically because the carbon becomes clogged with foreign material.

The two most common types of ceramic water filter are pot-type and candle-type filters. Ceramic filter systems consist of a porous ceramic filter that is attached to, or sits on top of a plastic or ceramic receptacle. Contaminated water is poured into a top container. It passes through the filter(s) into the receptacle below. The lower receptacle usually is fitted with a tap.

Contaminants larger than the minute holes of the ceramic structure will remain in the top half of the unit. The filter(s) can be cleaned by brushing them with a soft brush and rinsing them with clean water. Hot water and soap can also be used.

In stationary use, ceramic candles have mechanical, operational and manufacturing advantages over simple inserts and pots. Filter candles allow sturdy metal and plastic receptacles to be used, which decreases the likelihood of a sanitary failure. Since their filter area is independent of the size of the attachment joint, there is less leakage than other geometries of replaceable filter, and more-expensive, higher-quality gaskets can be used. Since they are protected by the upper receptacle, rather than forming it, they are less likely to be damaged in ordinary use. They are easier to sanitize, because the sanitary side is inside the candle. The nonsanitary part is outside, where it is easy to clean. They fit more types of receptacles and applications than simple pots, and attach to a simple hole in a receptacle. They also can be replaced without replacing the entire upper receptacle, and larger receptacles can simply use more filter candles, permitting filter manufacture to be standardized. If a filter in a multifilter receptacle is found to be broken, the filter hole can be plugged, and use can continue with fewer filters and a longer refill-time until a replacement can be obtained. Also, standardizing the filter makes it economical to keep one or a few filters on hand.

There are also portable ceramic filters, such as the MSR Miniworks, which work via manual pumping, and in-line ceramic filters, which filters drinking water that comes through household plumbing. Cleaning these filters is the same as with the clay pot filter but also allows for reverse-flow cleaning, wherein clean water is forced through the filter backwards, pushing any contaminants out of the ceramic pores.

The major risks to the success of all forms of ceramic filtration are hairline cracks and cross-contamination. If the unit is dropped or otherwise abused, the brittle nature of ceramic materials can allow fine, barely-visible cracks, allowing larger contaminants through the filter. Work is being done to modify clay/sawdust ratios during manufacture to improve the brittle nature and fracture toughness of these clay ceramic water filter materials. If the "clean" water side of the ceramic membrane is brought into contact with dirty water, hands, cleaning cloths, etc., then the filtration will be ineffective. If such contact occurs, the clean side of the filter should be thoroughly sterilized before reuse.

Henry Doulton invented the modern form of ceramic candle sanitary water filter in 1827. In 1835, Queen Victoria commissioned him to produce such a device for her personal use. By 1846, Doulton ceramics was widely recognized as a premier manufacturer of an effective prevention device for treating infective water. In 1887, Doulton was knighted, in part for his work with water filters. Louis Pasteur's research concerning bacteria also had provided a demonstrable reason for the filters' effect. Doulton's original organization for water filters remains in existence, although it has been sold and renamed several times. "Doulton" is currently (2013) a registered trademark of Fairey Ceramics.

Several universities including MIT; Universities of Colorado; Princeton University; University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee; The Ohio State University; Universities of Tulane, West Virginia, North Carolina in the US; University of Delft, Strathclyde in Europe, USAID, UNICEF, Zamorano University in Honduras, Rafeal Landivar University in Guatemala, Earth University, Institute of Hydraulic resources, the Red Cross, Engineers Without Borders, United Nations, countries in Africa like Nigeria, Ghana, Burkina Faso, Kenya, etc. and countries in Asia like Nepal, Bangladesh, Cambodia, Sri Lanka, India, Vietnam, etc. and NGOs are supporting the expansion of the use of ceramic filters in drinking water development initiatives; most commonly, in the form of clay pot filters.

Mr. Fernando Mazariegos of Guatemala was responsible for developing Ceramic Pot Filter technology in 1981 while Director of Water Research at the Central American Research Institute in Guatemala City. He is currently the Director of Research and Development at Ecofiltro in Antigua, Guatemala. Ron Rivera studied under Mr. Mazariegos of Guatemala and was a key proponent and innovator in the field as part of the group to take the ceramic frustum shaped(pot) filter across international borders and helped developing nations to provide cheap high quality potable water. Ron Rivera also worked with Potters for Peace worldwide for the good and benefit of clay workers in developing nations to sustain their businesses.

The latest development is in India, NGOs such as Enactus IIT Madras, Rupayan Sansthan, Sehgal Foundation are supporting the expansion and use of indigenized frustum shaped ceramic water filters locally named G filter for drinking water development initiatives in Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan, Bihar and other states.

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Ceramic water filters ( CWF) are an inexpensive and effective type of water filter, that rely on the small pore size of ceramic material to filter dirt, debris, and bacteria out of water. This makes them ideal for use in developing countries, and portable ceramic filters are commonly used in backpacking.

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A UV-activated water purification bag with a capacity of 20 L.

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The Lifesaver Bottle is a relative newcomer and by the looks of it, may become one of the most popular portable water filters/purifiers. Lifesaver claims that is can remove all bacteria, viruses, cysts, parasites, fungi and all other microbiological waterborne pathogens to .015 microns - without the aid of any foul tasting chemicals like iodine. According to the many people who have tested it in extreme conditions, it does produce safe, clean drinking water. I have not been able to test it on water I would consider dangerous so I have to go with the word of those that have.

I have no doubt that the Lifesaver Bottle can do what it claims, the technology looks good and there are enough people to back it up with their experiences using the Lifesaver Bottle in third world countries. What you should take into consideration, is some of the negative feedback in regards to the overall quality and construction of the Lifesaver Bottle.

IN REGARDS TO THE 2015 HALT ON THE LIFESAVER 6000 BOTTLE SALES:
Icon Technologies recently purchased Lifesaver Systems and all it's Assets. The Lifesaver 6000 Bottle has been updated and now appears to be available. The most recent test results (January 2016) can be downloaded here. If the link for some reason is not working, please go to the Lifesaver 6000 Bottle page and view the recent LIFESAVER Bottle Testing Certificate.

But first have a look at the demo videos, and then the design and technology diagram below these - this will give you an idea of what has gone into the Lifesaver Bottle and how it works.

How The Lifesaver Bottle Works - Demo Videos:

In this video, the inventor Michael Pritchard shows off the Lifesaver Bottle. You might notice the pre-filter sponge is not being used - not sure why, I think he just overlooked it.
This Next video, shows the Lifesaver Bottle being used in the field...
Lifesaver Bottle Cut-Away View:

Benefits and Function of the Lifesaver Bottle:

As you can see in the diagram above, the Lifesaver Bottle is packed with the latest filtration technology. Below lets have a look at the actual performance and technical specifications.

As you can see, the specifications look very impressive. The Lifesaver Bottle will filter virtually anything. However, if you look at the specs closely you will notice that it is not 100% for all contaminates, in fact, for chemical reduction it only reduces chemical residues and it does not specify by how much - so avoid water that is downstream to industrial outflow and any water with signs of oil or gas contamination..

After Hurricane Sandy, I contacted Lifesaver Systems directly and asked them if the Lifesaver system (Bottle and Jerrycan) filters out gasoline, oil and chlorine. The answer was quick and to the point - "NO". This means that any water contaminated by these contaminants, and many Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC), cannot be completely filtered and purified. In a disaster situation, it is likely that these will be present in many sources of water so choose your source wisely.

Lifesaver Bottles are only suitable for dirty water that has not been contaminated by industrial waste and chemicals. Even if it can reduce or remove many of the compounds, you cannot be sure if it will remove all dangerous chemicals - this is important to know when buying this product, and the location you intend to use it.

That said, very few, if any, portable water filters, or purifiers, can filter out these compounds. What concerns me, is in the marketing of the Lifesaver Bottle, the company makes it sound like it will filter anything. So, that said, just remember that it does have limitations in what it can filter out.

What The Lifesaver Bottle Can Do:

It will remove all bacteria, viruses, cysts, parasites, fungi and all other microbiological waterborne pathogens from dirty water, including that contaminated with sewage. This makes it ideal for use in Third World Countries or any area where water quality is very questionable. This is where the Lifesaver Bottle works well and has little competition.

It will filter out any particle over .015 microns which is virtually all bacteria, viruses, cysts, parasites, fungi and all other microbiological waterborne pathogens

It will produce clean water very quickly compared to other water filters and comes in two models, the 4000 (4000 liter capacity) and the 6000 (6000 liter capacity). The actual life span will be reduced by the quality of the water being filtered.

What You Should Know Before Buying The Lifesaver Bottle:

The technology is sound and it works, but it does have some weaknesses and these are as follows:

Plastic Taste - Many people report a plastic taste in the filtered water that will not go away - this is not isolated, but reported by quite a few people discussing the Lifesaver Bottle. I didn't notice a strong plastic taste (something, but I cannot say "Strong Plastic" - more like earthy, and who knows, for some people maybe the taste it is associated with the source water?

Weak Seal on Base - Many people have reported that the design of the base is poor and will likely leak after a few uses. This can be a problem if you store the Lifesaver Bottle in a backpack or place that should not get wet. It can also be irritating. The unit I tested did not have this problem so I do have to question if leakage is due to user error.

Weak Outer Shell - The clear outer shell is made from plastic that can crack if dropped or hit. For a product that is intended for use in Third World Countries, this almost seems unacceptable. The reality is that you must protect it in storage and handle with care when being used.

Water Entry Point - To fill the bottle, you have to turn it upside down, any spillage flows down the side and over the drinking nipple cap. This leaves potential for cross contamination - any leaks in this area will allow contaminants to enter the area where clean water is to be consumed (even via a stream under pressure). You have to be careful and make sure you do not get this area wet with dirty water (dry it off before dispensing clean water).

To Much Pressure - Many people report that it is to easy to build up to much pressure and if not careful, the base cap can come off if not properly secured. While not really dangerous, it can be a real irritant. Again, I think this is likely user error.

Protect from Freezing - As with most portable water filters, you cannot use the Lifesaver Bottle in freezing temperatures and it must protected from freezing to prevent internal damage which will render the bottle useless.

As you can see, you have to be careful using the Lifesaver Bottle. More so than other products, but then again, few other products can filter water as well as the Lifesaver Bottle.

Additional Information - The Lifesaver Bottle Manual:

To view the complete Lifesaver Bottle manual, download it here > Lifesaver Bottle Manual

Summary:

I gave the Lifesaver Bottle 4 stars due to the weakness of the unit itself. If this had not been an issue, I would easily give it 5 stars. The design/quality issues prevent me from recommending the Lifesaver Bottle as a 5 star product. The biggest complaint over all others, is the taste of plastic that does not go away and the weakness of the outer shell. The taste factor is an issue, but, when sterile water is a must I think most of us can overlook the less than perfect taste.

As far as what it can do? 5 stars all the way, there is no question that the Lifesaver Bottle will filter virtually all bacteria, viruses, cysts, parasites, fungi and all other microbiological waterborne pathogens. I think I would still use my SteriPEN before consuming any water if I was using this near a city or in third world countries.

The size of the Lifesaver Bottle is almost the same as a 2 liter bottle of pop, it does not look like it in the videos, but it is, so keep that in mind if you are planning to use it in a back pack, suit case or any type of travel where space is at a premium.

If durability is a must you may need to look at other alternatives. The combination I prefer myself, and one I would recommend buying is the Katadyn Pocket Water Filter for cleaning the water, and then using the SteriPEN Defender UV Purifier to kill any potential remaining viruses and other contaminants. Both of these are very high quality and widely praised for their durable design and function.

If you do not need the portability of the Lifesaver Bottle or the Katadyn Pocket Water Filter, Lifesaver Systems makes a product called the Lifesaver Jerrycan. It does not have any of the design or construction weaknesses of the bottle, and there are few mentions of a plastic taste. Check out my Lifesaver Jerrycan Review here.

Best Places To Buy:
Lifesaver Bottles at Amazon.com

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Lifesaver Bottle Review - Great Design, Poor Quality...

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The Lifesaver Bottle is a relative newcomer and by the looks of it, may become one of the most popular portable water filters/purifiers. Lifesaver claims that is can remove all bacteria, viruses, cysts, parasites, fungi and all other microbiological waterborne pathogens to .015 microns - without the aid of any foul tasting chemicals like iodine.

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How effective is the Lifestraw?... Lifestraw vs. muddy puddle

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CycloClean is a Japanese designed bike which purifies water with pedal-power. Aimed at the developing world, the bike can suck up, scrub clean and then store water from pretty much any source. Then all you need to do is ride home.

It works like this. You park up next to a muddy river or dubious looking lake. Lower a hose into the water, hitch the bike up on its stand, and climb back on. The rear wheel is kept off the ground, and the pedals now power a pump. Water is forced through a primary filter before moving on to an activated carbon filter, like the one you may have in a Brita jug at home. Finally, the water passes through a "micro-filtration membrane filter" before being stored in the vessel of your choice.

The CycloClean can process three tons of water in ten hours (you might want to take turns riding it). That's enough to supply 1,500 people for one day. some smaller figure may be easier to understand: you'll get five liter (1.3 gallons) in a minute. Filters should last for up to two years.

The bikes have already been deployed by the maker, Nippon Basic, from Kawasaki, outside Tokyo. They cost ¥550,000 each. That's around $6,650. As you can see, they're not going to be selling to residents, but the company has shifted 200 of them in five years. The bikes themselves are made to last, with non-puncture tires and redundancies so that you can still use the bike for transportation or pumping when the filters have expired, for example, and one great use for this sturdy beast is on the ground at disaster sites.

I love it (except the price). Not just because it will save lives and prove a money-spinner for some smart developing world entrepreneur, but because it yet again shows how awesomely flexible bikes are.

CycloClean product page [Nippon Basic via Physorg. Thanks, Chuck!]
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While traveling through Zambia, Timothy Whitehead became perplexed with the issues surrounding purifying water - chlorine and iodine tablets abound, but it takes 30 minutes to finish the process and the water tastes terrible afterward. Enter his new invention, the Pure Water Bottle, which is capable of filtering soiled - completely gross and disgusting looking water - in 2 minutes flat. Whitehead used a combination of a 4 micron-sized water filter and a wind-up ultra violet light system to clean the water of 99.9% of its impurities.

Whitehead's Pure Water Bottle was just awarded a James Dyson Award in the UK and it is now being entered into the international design competition. The bottle is about the same shape as a regular water bottle and has an inner and outer chamber. To operate, fill the outer chamber with disgusting and undrinkable H2O, insert the inner chamber, turn the crank to activate the UV sterilization, and in 120 seconds you've got yourself some tasty purified water that won't kill you or make you sick.

Whitehead's water bottle could be an essential tool for people in developing nations, back country hikers and military forces in remote places. He's engineered his prototype to not only be functional, but also to be ready for mass manufacturing. It has been 100% scientifically proven to filter water of 99.9% of contaminants and is ready for some big company to pick up the blueprints and start pumping them into the market. Whitehead's Pure Water Bottle looks to be perfect for the shelves of outdoor stores as well as the small villages of Africa.
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"Pure" Water Bottle Filters 99.9% of Bacteria with UV Light

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While traveling through Zambia, Timothy Whitehead became perplexed with the issues surrounding purifying water - chlorine and iodine tablets abound, but it takes 30 minutes to finish the process and the water tastes terrible afterward. Enter his new invention, the Pure Water Bottle, which is capable of filtering soiled - completely gross and disgusting looking water - in 2 minutes flat.