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174 articles for “Waste collection”
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Smart Drainage Cleaning System: A Technological Intervention for Occupational Health and Urban Sanitation
Abstract: Manual drainage maintenance in urban environments remains a hazardous task, exposing sanitation workers to toxic gases, infections, and life-threatening accidents. This paper presents the development of an automated 12V Smart Drainage Cleaning System designed to eliminate manual scavenging and enhance cleaning efficiency. The robotic model operates on a 12V DC power supply, integrating an ultrasonic sensor for real time obstacle detection and automated navigation within narrow drainage pathways. The core …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 16–27 Read article
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Iot Based Automated Garbage Segragation System And Level Indication To Corporation
Abstract: The issue of maintaining clean cosmopolises is becoming increasingly important as smart cosmopolises emerge. The amount of scrap generated is excessive, and the labor-intensive physical labor required to make it is extremely tiresome. As technology advances in all areas, automated methods might be promoted to assist with the scrap pile. The purpose of the trash segregator is to make it easier to dispose of collected waste. Three lockers—one for wet …
Published in Journal of Microcontroller Engineering and Applications · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 Read article
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Pre-Procurement Electronic Waste Management Practices in Public Offices: The case of Hawassa City, Ethiopia
Abstract: Introduction:Aim: This study aims to assess the electronic waste (e-waste) management practices in governmental offices in Hawassa City, Ethiopia, with a particular focus on the pre-procurement stages. The study seeks to identify how these offices handle e-waste and the challenges they encounter in managing it effectively.Study Design: A cross-sectional study design was used to gather and evaluate data on e-waste management practices in public offices.Place and Duration of Study: The …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Noise and Pollution Control · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Coastal Steward: Developing an Ultra-Efficient Beach Cleaning Device
Abstract: Car Our project's goal is to create a beach cleaning machine that is both economical and effective in order to lower the expenses and labor involved in using conventional beach cleaning techniques. Our device is easy to transport and operate because it can fit in a car's trunk. Ecofriendliness has been given top priority, and we have made sure that replacement parts are available locally. Our inspiration for this project …
Published in Journal of Mechatronics and Automation · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 44–48 Read article
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Closing the Loop: Innovative Strategies for Circular Economy and Sustainable Waste Management
Abstract: Africa’s growing waste crisis, especially in rapidly expanding cities across Nigeria, has made it increasingly clear that traditional “take–make–dispose” systems can no longer support sustainable development. This paper explores how shifting to a circular economy (CE) can transform waste from a persistent challenge into a valuable resource. Instead of seeing waste as an endpoint, the circular economy model encourages designing products for longer lifespans, rethinking consumption patterns, and recovering materials …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 123–139 Read article
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Recycling of Plastic Waste Using Mini Shredder
Abstract: In the current situation, plastic use is expanding daily, leading to a significant environmental problem. Plastics can negatively affect soil organisms in a variety of ways through complex interactions. For example, it has been found that microplastics seep into the soil and change its physical makeup, which lowers the soil's ability to hold water. Particularly in India, people generate 26,000 tons of plastic waste every day which is equivalent to …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 426–435 Read article
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Automatic Waste Segregator and Monitoring System
Abstract: Rapid increase in population has led to improper waste management in metro cities and urban areas which has resulted in spreading of diseases. It is estimated that 2.02 billion tones of municipal solid waste was generated universally in 2006. The segregation, transport, handling and disposal of waste must be managed properly to minimize the risks to the public, and the environment. An efficient method to dispose the waste has been …
Published in Journal of Microcontroller Engineering and Applications · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Innovative Waste Management Solutions for Building Sustainable Cities and Enhancing Community Resilience
Abstract: The swift growth of urban areas presents considerable difficulties in waste management, as conventional disposal techniques lead to environmental harm. This study explores innovative green technologies designed to transform urban waste into valuable biomaterials and biofuels, fostering a circular economy and environmental conservation. The focus is on real-time monitoring systems, RFID-enabled waste tracking, and IoT-based platforms, which optimize waste collection and segregation, enabling efficient recovery of materials for biofuel production. …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Planning and Development Architecture · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 25–32 Read article
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Design And Implementation of A Smart Dustbin System Integrated With Solar Panel For Sustainable Waste Management
Abstract: India is a rapidly developing country in the world. As a growing economy it is important to manage its waste. In India on an average 64 million tons of detritus is produced which ranks 5th in the global scenario. Nowadays in many localities garbage is thrown around arbitrarily and roads are full of litter. These unplanned things cause many problems and sometimes it may cause hazardous diseases. With the potential …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Municipal Material Management
Abstract: The increase in global prosperity and population has led to a significant rise in the generation of Municipal Solid Waste (MSW), posing serious threats to public health and the environment. This study explores the global state of MSW generation, composition, and management strategies, comparing the effectiveness of various technologies across 59 developed and developing countries. A total of 19 criteria for the selection of MSW management technologies are discussed, highlighting …
Published in International Journal of Sustainability · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 11–15 Read article
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Design and Estimation of Biogas Plant For Canteen Waste: A Case Study of RD’s Rajgad Technical Campus, Dhangwadi, Bhor, Pune
Abstract: Today's economy and society rely on energy. In the end, conventional fossil fuels like oil will run out, and an alternate primary energy source will be required to close the widening gap between rising demand and declining supply. Biogas is a great energy source in light of rising petroleum prices, declining foreign exchange reserves, and the rupee-dollar exchange rate. Organic matter breaks down to produce biogas, a fuel. The primary …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 17, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Smart Dustbin with Scrap Crusher for Office Premises
Abstract: AbstractWaste management has become a vital issue today. Daily observation has shown that waste often gets accumulated due to irregular removal of waste from the dustbin. A solution to such a problem is a ‘Smart Dustbin’. This will help to overcome the negligence either shown by people to throw the waste in dustbin or by the authorities to clear the dustbin at regular interval of time. The smart dustbin has …
Published in Recent Trends in Electronics Communication Systems · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 28–34 Read article
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Polymer-Integrated Smart Biomedical Waste Management System Using AI and Sensor-Based Segregation
Abstract: Biomedical waste, which comes from healthcare facilities like hospitals, clinics, and labs, includes both infectious and non-infectious materials. This can range from sharps and pathological waste to pharmaceutical leftovers and general medical trash. If this waste isn't handled, sorted, and disposed of properly, it can pose serious contamination risks, leading to infections, workplace hazards, environmental damage, and public health emergencies. Traditional biomedical waste management often relies on manual sorting, which …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 4, 2025 · pp. 172–184 Read article
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Effect of Size of Crushed Ceramic Tiles as Fine Aggregates in Cement Composites
Abstract: Recent studies have shown marked upsurge of waste production where ceramic contributes to 30% waste production in ceramic industry. Research on ceramic waste as partial substitute for fine aggregate has not been fully exploited. A focused investigation is made to check whether the ceramic waste having particle size same and lesser than fine aggregates as partial substitute in cement mortar and concrete. Ceramic waste collected is crushed into required sizes …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 46–53 Read article
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Strength and Durability Properties of Metakaolin Amalgamated High Performance Concrete
Abstract: In past three decades, it is inevitably for the development of high strength concrete (HSC) and high performance concrete (HPC) is progressively enhanced, since these concrete are widely used throughout the world in most prominent projects like oil, bridges, multi-storey buildings and nuclear industries etc. In meticulous, the amalgamation of supplementary cementing material (SCM) or pozzolanic materials is vital when high strength and durability become the most desired properties of …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 36–44 Read article
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Management of Waste Generated in Steel Rerolling Industries of Nepal
Abstract: The study on nature and management of waste generated in iron & steel industries of Nepal provides an overview of the nature and type of waste generated and their current management practices. The purpose of the study was to identify the nature of waste generated in iron and steel industries of Nepal and recommend appropriate measures for its management. For this study, five iron & steel industries were visited to …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Nursing Bed with Integrated Toilet
Abstract: The nursing bed with integrated toilet is an new innovation in the healthcare sector .Our idea focuses on the patients who are unable to walk and are bedridden due to the some illness or injuries .There have been made many attempts to develop a better toileting aid for bedridden patients to replace conventional incontinence products such as absorbent products, indwelling urinary catheters, and bedpans, although without much success. Automatic urine …
Published in Journal of Mechatronics and Automation · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 66–73 Read article
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A Systematic Study of AI-Powered Robotics for Ocean Cleanup of Plastics
Abstract: The escalating crisis of plastic pollution in marine ecosystems demands innovative solutions beyond conventional cleanup methods. This paper presents a systematic study of artificial intelligence (AI)-powered robotics for ocean plastic cleanup, evaluating their efficiency, technological advancements, and challenges. Autonomous systems, such as AI-driven surface drones (ASVs), underwater robots (autonomous underwater vehicles/remotely operated vehicles [AUVs/ROVs]), and swarm robotics, leverage machine learning (ML) and computer vision to detect, classify, and collect plastic …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Robotics · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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A Review on Sustainable Building with Recycled Concrete
Abstract: There are various advantages of using high strength concrete as it not only reduces the structural dimension but also help in gaining cost cutting and more profits in high rise structure with reduction of dead load, and self-weight of the structure, also help in reducing the formwork area and cost saving due to smaller foundations beds. Beside this rise in construction industry with the help of concrete, there are huge …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 7–11 Read article
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Innovative Garbage Sorting Solutions for the Glass Industry
Abstract: One of the main factors contributing to global pollution, which is increasingly becoming a serious health concern, is the growing amount of trash in our cities. Furthermore, the continuous exposure of garbage collectors to solid waste can result in health issues and labor scarcity. We provide a novel solution to these problems: an autonomous trash collector that can go around and look for rubbish. Trash is collected by the automatic …
Published in Journal of Microelectronics and Solid State Devices · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 9–17 Read article