Author: Inga Kovačić Sindik
Company/Institution: KRISTALNA IDEJA d.o.o
Country: HRVATSKA
e-mail: iksindik@gmail.com
The Vortex portable water purification device is an innovation that addresses one of the most critical challenges of our time: access to drinking water—anywhere and at any moment—especially in conditions where water supply infrastructure is unavailable, damaged, or unreliable. This innovation not only improves existing solutions but introduces a new level of functionality, adaptability, and sustainability in the field of portable water filtration.
The device’s functionality is based on the integration of two innovative elements: a composite multilayer filter and the vortex structure of the device. Their combination achieves a high purification efficiency of 99.8% across various types of contaminants—from mechanical particles to microorganisms and chemical compounds (such as pesticides and microplastics).
The internal structure is algorithmically designed to generate two distinct vortex water flows that enhance filtration, ensure even distribution of water within the filter layers, and enrich and oxygenate the water. The modular design of the composite filter is also an innovative feature, allowing selective replacement of individual filter layers depending on the type of contamination to be removed. This enables rapid response and purification intervention in emergency and crisis situations.