Whoever's planning to head out to the blistering heat of Qatar for the 2022 World Cup isn't likely to see much cloud cover when they get there – at least not many natural clouds.

Engineers at Qatar University's Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering are busy developing what they believe could act as artificial "clouds," man-made saucer-type structures suspended over a given soccer stadium, working to shield tens of thousands of spectators from suffocating summer temperatures that regularly top 115 degrees Fahrenheit.

No firm dates have been set for the 2022 World Cup, and while some have floated the possibility of holding the tournament during the cooler winter months, embattled FIFA president Sepp Blatter has remained steadfast that the World Cup be held during the summer, as it always has been.

"At this stage there are no concrete plans to change the international match calendar," said FIFA in a January 20 statement.

Qatari engineers claim they can ultimately construct each of the solar-powered clouds, which will be elevated with an on-board helium pocket and positioned through remote controls, for about $500,000 each.

"Artificial clouds will move by remote control, made of 100 percent light carbonic materials, fueled by four solar-powered engines and will fly high to protect direct and indirect sun rays to control temperatures at the open playgrounds," said Saud Abdul Ghani, the university's department head, in a statement.

Considering the organizing committee's ambitious plan of constructing a dozen eco-friendly, tricked-out stadiums over the next 11 years – and if the tournament actually does get played during the insane summer heat – spending a few million dollars to keep people cool during match play certainly seems like a no-brainer.

Assuming this project, you know, gets off the ground.

*Artist's rendering: Qatar University

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