Kohler design project for engineering prototypes of a toilet with the CalTech processor This project will design and fabricate five identical closed loop flush toilet systems, for field testing in developing world locations without adequate sanitation.
This project will design and fabricate five identical closed loop flush toilet systems, for field testing in developing world locations without adequate sanitation. With “closed loop” we mean that there will be no wastewater. All wastewater is treated and reused for toilet flushing with treated water occasionally being bled off to keep the system operating at the proper water levels.
Approach
Research or implementation partners: - RTI International: is taking responsibility for test site acquisition and preparation, as well as test system monitoring. - Caltech: developed the base technology and assisted in the implementation of that technology into the test system design.Answer questions about the project
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Community sanitationProduct design and engineeringGlobalToilets or urinals (user interface)Treatment of wastewater or greywaterDecentralised wastewater treatment (e.g. DEWATS)Fundamental research and engineeringOtherBill & Melinda Gates FoundationGreywater or wastewaterPrivate sector, including social enterprises
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IndiaUnited States
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