Design and construction of a solar-powered water purification system
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Author |
Rosa Orpa Sapulette, Atus Buku and Corvis Laapadang Rantererung
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1819-6608 |
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55-59
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Volume No. |
21
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Issue No. |
1
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March 10, 2026
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DOI |
https://doi.org/10.59018/012616
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Keywords |
water filtration, renewable energy, moringa, zeolite, charcoal.
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Abstract
Clean water is a basic human need, but in some remote areas of Papua, water sources are polluted by sago waste containing lignin, causing turbidity and discoloration. This research developed a solar-powered water filtration system using natural materials such as gravel, Moringa seed powder, zeolite, charcoal, and Bioceramic. This system integrates multistage filtration and heating with a simple solar collector to accelerate particle sedimentation and sterilize the water. Experiments were conducted using two filtration tubes, measuring pH, turbidity, metal ions, and bacteria before and after filtration. Results showed a decrease in turbidity from >500 NTU to clear, an increase in pH from 4 to 7, and a decrease in Escherichia coli from > 400 CFU/100 ml to <10 CFU/100 ml. Manganese and iron contents also decreased, ensuring water quality meets the standards stipulated in Minister of Health Regulation No. 2 of 2023. This system offers an environmentally friendly solution for areas with minimal clean water infrastructure.
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