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How to create an efficient, self-contained, rugged solar water pump?

Use a simple hydraulic piston to force pressure down into a capped well, forcing water up a pipe to a tap.

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How to create an efficient, self-contained, rugged solar water pump?

How can we create an efficient, self-contained, rugged, solar water pump? Many small towns in rural areas of the world already have a water well dug. We need a design that will work with a traditional well. Also, it needs to be very low cost.

Photo from Yves Lambert http://www.fotopedia.com/items/modeste-BRvO72TGFe0