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Soul Diesel's approach diverges by using high-quality steam directly for turbines without relying on waste heat, potentially sidestepping some issues. However, the challenge of avoiding salt-laden droplets ("brine carryover") remains unresolved. This tiny but destructive byproduct can accelerate blade erosion and cause mechanical failures, jeopardizing long-term operation.
The Road Ahead
Currently, the company's prototypes are still in development, with full-scale commercial plants still a distant goal. Their focus is on proving the core concept—producing clean water and electricity efficiently from seawater using solar energy—before addressing issues like equipment durability and economic feasibility at larger scales.