Washing machine that uses only a cup of water

University of Leeds researchers have developed a washing machine wherein you can wash clothes with just a cup of water. Converting from conventional laundry systems will save 90% of the fresh water associated with washing. Take US domestic washing as an example, that translates into 1.2 billion tonnes of water saved per year, equivalent to 17 million swimming pools. This means it is helping the environment and also saves the owner 30% of direct opertaing cost. The washing machine works by replacing most of the water with thousands of tiny, reusable nylon polymer beads, which attract and absorb dirt under humid conditions.The machine will be mass produced once the system has been successfully proven and fully optimised. Xeros Ltd is the company developing and marketing this machine.