An IOT based Trash Collecting Cleaning and Segregation Robot
This project focuses on designing a trash robot with robotic arm that has two modes (manual and autonomous mode). In manual mode the robotic locomotion and trash pickup is operated with the help of an android cell phone via mobile application. The robot may be controlled from anywhere within the wor
2025-06-28 16:25:06 - Adil Khan
An IOT based Trash Collecting Cleaning and Segregation Robot
Project Area of Specialization RoboticsProject SummaryThis project focuses on designing a trash robot with robotic arm that has two modes (manual and autonomous mode). In manual mode the robotic locomotion and trash pickup is operated with the help of an android cell phone via mobile application. The robot may be controlled from anywhere within the world by way of the usage of internet (IOT). The trash is picked with the help of robotic arm. The trash bin has separate partitions for different types of trash. In manual mode the robotic locomotion and waste pickup is finished without human involvement. The robot is placed anywhere in the determined working place. Then it follows insurance course making plans algorithm/random path planning algorithm. As a long way because the Robot moves routinely the brushes start rotating for cleansing reason. According to the configuration of robot it will be in a position to differentiate between big objects and objects that are able to pickup according to their weight. Big items are taken into consideration as obstacles by the robot and are avoided. Other gadgets are taken into consideration as trash and are picked up with the aid of the robot arm. The arm test the trash picked to be metallic, non-metallic and transparent are put or thrown into corresponding partition of the trash dustbin.
Project ObjectivesThe main objectives of this Project are:
- To design an IOT based trash collecting robot that works in two modes (manual mode and autonomous mode).
- To design a robotic tray with proper fabrication.
- To design the cleaning mechanism in the robot.
- To install a segregation system in robot where it automatically segregate metallic (all types), non-metallic and transparent objects.
- To charge the robot wirelessly using a solar energy power source that makes the system eco-friendly.
First, we design the structure with proper mechanical measurements. Then, we must design the low weight Robotic Vehicle. Vehicle design consists of two portions; on upper portion of vehicle solar panel is placed. Although on lower portion of vehicle robotic arm body is placed, sensors, microcontroller, battery, wheels, motor driver is placed.
Next robotic arm of low weight material such as aluminium or Acrylic with proper fabrication is designed. Now, place the tray at the front of the vehicle. Then, adjust the wheels with the gear motors. Place the controller at its place and all required components such as motor drivers, sensors, servo motors for robotic arm, solar panel with battery.
The main component of the project is microcontroller which is Arduino ATMEGA. It is an open-source and reprogrammable device which is capable of sensing and controlling different objects according to the program burned in it. It is programmed by using Arduino IDE software using C/C++ computer languages. Everything which is used in this project relates to Arduino At-mega. With this module every movement of robotic vehicle is controlled within 360-degree space of vehicle. Also, sensors functioning, robotic arm movement is also designed using Arduino IDE software code and burned into Arduino At-mega microcontroller chip using USB cable. It is basically the brain of our project.
They best source of renewable and long-lasting energy is solar energy. Solar energy is produced by using sunlight. A solar panel is composed of photovoltaic cells that are electrically connected. The energy is driven from the sun using panels and then converts it into electrical energy. For this useful purpose, we must use batteries to store the energy. This energy is used for supply/power to the system.
We must install different types of sensors depending upon the type of trash in the robotic tray i.e. to separate the metallic trash metal proximity sensor is used and to for the plastic transparent material trash IR sensor is used. There are 6 ultrasonic sensors which are installed in the front of robot which are used for different purposes such as to detect the obstacle and trash. And to move forward, backward and to move left side or right side these set of ultrasonic sensors are used.
After all the components place, now verify the connections and transfer the code to the microcontroller. Burn the code in the microcontroller with the USB cable. Now, by giving power to the microcontroller, the robot will start.
Benefits of the ProjectIn many nations, daily waste of houses is on the peak. The primary reason for the rise in waste from houses is that people have adopted throw-away culture and that is why pollution is increasing day by day. Pollution is a big issue that becomes a threat for human life. Pollution increases subsequently with increase in population. Throwing of garbage at public places must be strictly banned to avoid pollution. Manual waste collection and segregation of waste materials is still done in many countries. According to survey garbage collectors are still extensively employed in the gathering and disposing of solid waste. They are facing many skin infections, allergic disorders, respiratory and gastrointestinal problems. To resolving a solution of waste collection with minimum human power, a self-driving trash collector robot is designed.
This robot will help to collect the trash from public locations routinely and also to segregate that trash for recycling purpose. The robot tray designed is used to accumulate exclusive samples of trash from public places. The bin is also attached with the robot where the segregation of the samples of trash made possible. Also the brushes established at the lowest stage which might be used to clean debris and dirt debris.
Technical Details of Final DeliverableFirst, we design the structure with proper mechanical measurements. Then, we must design the low weight Robotic Vehicle. Vehicle design consists of two portions; on upper portion of vehicle solar panel is placed. Although on lower portion of vehicle robotic arm body is placed, sensors, microcontroller, battery, wheels, motor driver is placed.
Next robotic arm of low weight material such as aluminium or Acrylic with proper fabrication is designed. Now, place the tray at the front of the vehicle. Then, adjust the wheels with the gear motors. Place the controller at its place and all required components such as motor drivers, sensors, servo motors for robotic arm, solar panel with battery.
The main component of the project is microcontroller which is Arduino ATMEGA. It is an open-source and reprogrammable device which is capable of sensing and controlling different objects according to the program burned in it. It is programmed by using Arduino IDE software using C/C++ computer languages. Everything which is used in this project relates to Arduino At-mega. With this module every movement of robotic vehicle is controlled within 360-degree space of vehicle. Also, sensors functioning, robotic arm movement is also designed using Arduino IDE software code and burned into Arduino At-mega microcontroller chip using USB cable. It is basically the brain of our project.
They best source of renewable and long-lasting energy is solar energy. Solar energy is produced by using sunlight. A solar panel is composed of photovoltaic cells that are electrically connected. The energy is driven from the sun using panels and then converts it into electrical energy. For this useful purpose, we must use batteries to store the energy. This energy is used for supply/power to the system.
We must install different types of sensors depending upon the type of trash in the robotic tray i.e. to separate the metallic trash metal proximity sensor is used and to for the plastic transparent material trash IR sensor is used. There are ultrasonic sensors which are installed in the front of robot which are used for different purposes such as to detect the obstacle and trash. And to move forward, backward and to move left side or right side these set of ultrasonic sensors are used.
After all the components place, now verify the connections and transfer the code to the microcontroller. Burn the code in the microcontroller with the USB cable. Now, by giving power to the microcontroller, the robot will start.
Final Deliverable of the Project HW/SW integrated systemCore Industry HealthOther IndustriesCore Technology Internet of Things (IoT)Other TechnologiesSustainable Development Goals Good Health and Well-Being for PeopleRequired Resources| Item Name | Type | No. of Units | Per Unit Cost (in Rs) | Total (in Rs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total in (Rs) | 80000 | |||
| Aluminium Prototype | Equipment | 1 | 10000 | 10000 |
| Arduino AtMega | Equipment | 4200 | 1 | 4200 |
| DC Gear Motors | Equipment | 2000 | 6 | 12000 |
| Servo Tower Motors | Equipment | 800 | 6 | 4800 |
| Metal Detector Sensors | Equipment | 7980 | 2 | 15960 |
| Ultrasonic Sensors | Equipment | 200 | 8 | 1600 |
| Infrared Sensors | Equipment | 130 | 4 | 520 |
| Motor Drivers | Equipment | 500 | 4 | 2000 |
| Solar Panel Plates | Equipment | 5000 | 2 | 10000 |
| VOLTA 12V Battery | Equipment | 4000 | 1 | 4000 |
| Charger Controllers | Equipment | 4000 | 1 | 4000 |
| Bluetooth Module | Equipment | 250 | 1 | 250 |
| Cleaning Brushes | Equipment | 670 | 1 | 670 |
| Stationary | Miscellaneous | 5000 | 1 | 5000 |
| Printing | Miscellaneous | 5000 | 1 | 5000 |