Water powered multifunctional device for producing electrical power compressed air and portable drinking water

摘要

A hydraulic ram water pump comprises a drive pipe and a waste valve arranged such that fluid 6 flowing through the drive pipe passes through the waste valve, and wherein the waste valve is arranged so that it can open at a lower fluid pressure and close at a higher fluid pressure, wherein at least one outlet pipe is provided in fluid communication with the drive pipe, and wherein the at least one outlet pipe is connected to at least one functional apparatus 4. The at least one functional apparatus 4 may be a water treatment system, a linear alternator for generating electricity, or an air compressor. The device may be suitable for obtaining electricity, compressed air or potable drinking water, utilizing the flow of water through a hydram or water hammer.