Lekhwiya pulls drinking water out of thin air

Lekhwiya, a security organization, has created a solar-powered system named "Badr" that captures moisture from the air and converts it into safe drinking water. The "Badr" system was developed by the Internal Security Force’s Security Technologies Department to provide water for security personnel in remote, contaminated, or disaster-stricken regions. The system was named after Second Lieutenant Badr Saad Mohammed al-Humaidi al-Dosari, who lost his life while working during the Israeli attack on Doha on September 9.

The "Badr" system works by pulling humidity from the air, condensing it into water, and then purifying it to meet international drinking water quality standards. There are two versions of the system: an indoor version that can produce up to 200 litres of water daily, and a high-capacity field model that can generate up to 5,000 litres a day. This makes the "Badr" system suitable for large operational sites, temporary camps, disaster response zones, and areas without conventional water supplies.

The system is designed to function effectively even in contaminated or radioactive environments and relies on solar power, allowing for deployment away from traditional electricity sources. This reduces reliance on fuel and supports longer operations in isolated locations. The "Badr" system combines water security, renewable energy, and emergency preparedness while honoring the memory of the fallen Lekhwiya officer.