New Spacesuit Prototype Recycles Urine into Drinkable Water

Cornell researchers develop Dune-inspired technology to enhance astronaut hydration and hygiene during spacewalks.

The prototype system collects and purifies urine, converting it into drinkable water for astronauts.
Current spacesuits use Maximum Absorbency Garments (MAGs), which have limitations and hygiene issues.
The new design aims to improve astronaut comfort and reduce the risk of medical issues like UTIs.
The system could support longer, more demanding space missions by providing a reliable water source.
Researchers plan to test the system in microgravity, with potential implementation by 2026.