An atmospheric water generation system absorbs water from an atmospheric air stream into a desiccant flowing along a flow path of a closed desiccant circulation loop. To ensure that the desiccant remains within the closed desiccant circulation loop, the atmospheric water generation system encompasses a membrane-based water extraction device that the desiccant flows through. The desiccant flows through the membrane-based water extraction device on a first side of a membrane, and the membrane separates the desiccant from a water-collection flow. Water absorbed into the desiccant passes from the desiccant, through the porous membrane, and into the water-collection flow, at least in part due to differences in temperature and/or pressure characteristics of the water flow and the desiccant flow. Water collected within the water-collection flow is directed to a storage tank for usage.

An atmospheric water generation system absorbs water from an atmospheric air stream into a desiccant flowing along a flow path of a closed desiccant circulation loop. To ensure that the desiccant remains within the closed desiccant circulation loop, the atmospheric water generation system encompasses a membrane-based water extraction device that the desiccant flows through. The desiccant flows through the membrane-based water extraction device on a first side of a membrane, and the membrane separates the desiccant from a water-collection flow. Water absorbed into the desiccant passes from the desiccant, through the porous membrane, and into the water-collection flow, at least in part due to differences in temperature and/or pressure characteristics of the water flow and the desiccant flow. Water collected within the water-collection flow is directed to a storage tank for usage.

Device for extracting water from humid ambient air, the device including a conduit in which successively is incorporated: a compressor to compress the humid ambient air into compressed ambient air, a first condenser to dry the compressed ambient air into dry compressed air, an expansion valve or expander for expanding the dry compressed air into dry expanded air and a second condenser. The first condenser is further configured to direct the wet ambient air through it as coolant for extracting water from the compressed ambient air in a first stage via an outlet or the like. The second condenser is configured to direct the dry expanded air through it as coolant for extracting the water from the humid ambient air in a second stage by means of an outlet or the like.

Device for extracting water from humid ambient air, the device including a conduit in which successively is incorporated: a compressor to compress the humid ambient air into compressed ambient air, a first condenser to dry the compressed ambient air into dry compressed air, an expansion valve or expander for expanding the dry compressed air into dry expanded air and a second condenser. The first condenser is further configured to direct the wet ambient air through it as coolant for extracting water from the compressed ambient air in a first stage via an outlet or the like. The second condenser is configured to direct the dry expanded air through it as coolant for extracting the water from the humid ambient air in a second stage by means of an outlet or the like.

Sorbent materials comprising a nanofiber composite including a polymeric material defining a continuous phase and at least one metal organic framework (MOF) material defining a discontinuous phase are provided. The at least one MOF material is dispersed throughout the continuous phase of the polymeric material. Fibrous mats comprising the sorbent materials are also provided. Water harvesting devices utilizing the sorbent materials are also provided.

Sorbent materials comprising a nanofiber composite including a polymeric material defining a continuous phase and at least one metal organic framework (MOF) material defining a discontinuous phase are provided. The at least one MOF material is dispersed throughout the continuous phase of the polymeric material. Fibrous mats comprising the sorbent materials are also provided. Water harvesting devices utilizing the sorbent materials are also provided.

An apparatus and system for separating a liquid from a mixed gas stream includes a porous graphite foam support comprising graphite foam with pores having a first pore size and a membrane support surface. A porous condensation membrane layer is provided on the membrane support surface, and interlocked with the pores of the graphite foam. The condensation membrane layer includes capillary condensation pores having a second pore size that is less than the first pore size. A mixed gas stream passageway is in fluid communication with the condensation membrane layer. A liquid collection assembly collects condensed liquid from the condensation pores and the graphite foam support pores. A gas inlet is provided for flowing the mixed gas stream into the mixed gas stream passageway. A gas outlet is provided for exhausting gas from the mixed gas stream passageway. A method for separating a liquid from a mixed gas stream is also disclosed.

The water-dispensing system with wheelchair comprises a water generation system, a condensate pump, a condensate filter, a power circuit, a water storage reservoir, a housing, a flexible tubing, and a wheelchair. The wheelchair further comprises a backrest and a bench. The housing contains the water generation system, the condensate pump, the condensate filter, the power circuit, the water storage reservoir, and the flexible tubing. The water generation system, the condensate pump, the condensate filter, and the flexible tubing are fluidically connected. The housing mounts on the wheelchair. The water generation system and the condensate pump electrically connect to the power circuit. The water generation system and the condensate pump receive electric energy from the power circuit.

The water-dispensing system with wheelchair comprises a water generation system, a condensate pump, a condensate filter, a power circuit, a water storage reservoir, a housing, a flexible tubing, and a wheelchair. The wheelchair further comprises a backrest and a bench. The housing contains the water generation system, the condensate pump, the condensate filter, the power circuit, the water storage reservoir, and the flexible tubing. The water generation system, the condensate pump, the condensate filter, and the flexible tubing are fluidically connected. The housing mounts on the wheelchair. The water generation system and the condensate pump electrically connect to the power circuit. The water generation system and the condensate pump receive electric energy from the power circuit.

The water-dispensing system with a dog bowl comprises a water generation system, a condensate pump, a condensate filter, a power circuit, a water storage reservoir, a housing, a release valve, and a watering device. The watering device further comprises a water pan and a housing pedestal. The housing contains the water generation system, the condensate pump, the condensate filter, the power circuit, the water storage reservoir, and the release valve. The water generation system, the condensate pump, the condensate filter, and the release valve are fluidically connected. The housing mounts on the watering device. The water generation system and the condensate pump electrically connect to the power circuit. The water generation system and the condensate pump receive electric energy from the power circuit.