Breath Synthesizers

Breath Synthesizers are devices designed to purify and maintain the air quality on the lower-class stations of Fortrop (i.e. Eir, Basalt; but they're also present in Coal and Fabrik).

They're meant to ensure that even the most densly populated and industrially polluted areas have breathable air.

However, the reality is far from ideal.

Due to neglect by the authorities, these synthesizers are rarely maintained. Filters become clogged, self-cleaning mechanisms fail, and the devices gradually break down.

They are, also, often installed in hard-to-reach areas, making it difficult for residents to perform even basic maintenance or repairs.

Complaints are often met with a typical indifference. Responses from the authorities are slow and often consist of empty promises of future repairs. It falls into the hands of the people to fix them... but they often can't.

The lack of functional Breath Synthesizers results in poor air quality, with high levels of pollutants and insufficient oxygen. This leads to a range of health issues, including respiratory diseases, cardiovascular problems, and general fatigue.

Many residents wear masks equipped with personal air filters as a temporary measure.

Mechanics

The synthesizers use multi-layer filters capable of capturing microscopic pollutants, including heavy metals, chemicals, and biological contaminants. They also have a self-cleaning mechanism that, in theory, removes the accumulated debris. The core filtration component is a nanofiber mesh, which can trap particles as small as 0.01 microns, ensuring that even the tiniest pollutants are removed from the air.

The devices employ molecular reconstitution technology to break down harmful gases into harmless components. Using a process akin to electrolysis, the synthesizers can generate oxygen from water vapor present in the air, ensuring a consistent supply of fresh oxygen. They also maintain the correct balance of gases in the atmosphere, preventing the buildup of excessive CO2 or other inert gases.

They're powered by solar collectors that are placed on the outer surfaces of the stations.