Katadyn Manual Reverse Osmosis Desalinator

The United States Air Force is seeking a manual reverse osmosis desalinator that can be used in survival kits. The device must be compact, lightweight, and able to convert salt water into potable water. It must also meet specific requirements, including producing at least 1 liter/hour of potable water from seawater, operating manually without external power, and withstanding saltwater immersion, high pressure, and rough handling. The device must also fit within a compact kit footprint and require minimal maintenance. Some key features and requirements of the device include: • Producing at least 1 liter/hour of potable water from seawater • Operating manually, requiring no external power • Being approved for survival raft use • Withstanding saltwater immersion, high pressure, and rough handling • Fitting within a compact kit footprint • Requiring minimal maintenance and surviving storage in harsh environments