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174 articles for “Waste collection”
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An Internet of Things Waste Collection System
Abstract: Waste littering has been the most problem in some beautiful cities today. However, the waste management agencies' poor management of waste made some cities unattractive, such as cities like Aba in Nigeria and the current state of Port Harcourt city. The automatic waste collector system is a smart waste system to manage and control the littering of waste all over the environment. The automatic waste control system automatically opens and …
Published in Journal of Microcontroller Engineering and Applications · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 30–40 Read article
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Reuse of Wastewater Collected from Railway Station for Agriculture Purpose
Abstract: United nation has estimated that till we reach 2050, around 5 billion people were facing acute water scarcity problem worldwide. Due to unparalleled growth in India, increased water supply & sanitation coverage leads to release of increasing volumes of wastewater discharged into wastewater streams, our aim is to reuse that wastewater discharging out of railway station streams economically for agriculture purpose. For that we have collected & tested various samples …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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PHYSIOCHEMICAL ANALYSIS OF WASTE WATER COLLECTED FROM THREE MAJOR RIVERS IN MONSOON SEASON FROM PALAKKAD
Abstract: Various waste management techniques were implemented in India have failed due to various reasons, the major reasons are industrial growth and urbanization. The pollution impacts on aquatic communities can be observed directly to the industrialized centres, which discharges series of chemical pollutants to effluent systems.. These wastes mainly encompasses a broad range of contaminants such as petroleum hydrocarbons, chlorinated hydrocarbons and heavy metals, various acids, alkalis, dyes and other chemicals …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 51–55 Read article
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Surface Level and Underwater Waste Removal System
Abstract: The paper introduces novel approach for surface and underwater waste collection, impact of water pollution can be devastating, affecting aquatic ecosystems, human health, and economies. Pollutants can harm aquatic plants and animals, disrupt ecosystems, and degrade water quality, making it unsafe for drinking, swimming, and other activities. Waterborne illnesses can also spread because of contaminated water, impacting groups of people who depend on tainted water supplies for hygiene and drinking. …
Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 30–35 Read article
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Smart Waste Management System Using IoT and KNN
Abstract: Smart Cities are being developed with the goal of providing a comfortable living environment for humans. One of the services these cities will offer is eco-friendly waste collection and processing. This study proposes an Internet of Things (IoT)-based system architecture designed to enable dynamic waste collection and delivery to processing plants or designated waste disposal sites. Traditionally, waste collection was managed in a relatively static manner using conventional operations research …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Embedded System & Applications · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 42–46 Read article
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Solid Waste Management System in Pabna Municipality of Bangladesh: A Case Study
Abstract: The increasing quantity of solid waste is a growing environmental problem in many developing countries like Bangladesh. Solid waste is indiscriminately dumped on roadsides, near dustbins and into open drains thus leading to serious health risk and degradation of living environment for people of most cities like Pabna. This paper presents the existing solid waste management system of Pabna municipality. Primary data were collected from householders and waste workers through …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 18–24 Read article
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AI, Robotics, and the Future of Waste Management: A Systematic Review of Advanced Collection and Sorting Systems
Abstract: The rapid growth of cities and rise in population have made waste management a major concern that calls for innovative and efficient solutions. Conventional waste collecting techniques are dangerous, time-consuming, and frequently ineffective. The development of automated waste management systems powered by cutting-edge technology like robotics, deep learning, artificial intelligence (AI), and the Internet of Things (IoT) is examined in this study. Vision-based systems, convolutional neural networks (CNN) for garbage …
Published in International Journal of Robotics and Automation in Mechanics · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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AWPRATOR: Autonomous Waste Picking Robot and Tracking of Routes
Abstract: Traditional waste management systems, especially in urban and semi-urban areas, relies heavily on manual methods like manual collection of waste, and fossil-fuel based garbage trucks. These methods often face many challenges such as inefficient high dependency on human labor, inefficient planning of routes, health risk for sanitation workers, lack of adaptability, real-time decision making. With the increase in the number of smart cities, the need for intelligent, autonomous, and eco-friendly …
Published in International Journal of Advanced Robotics and Automation Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 13–21 Read article
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DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT OF A POND SURFACE CLEANING ROBOT WITH SOLAR POWER INTEGRATION
Abstract: There has been a significant increase in water pollution with waste products such as plastic waste, leaves, algae, paper waste, and organic waste as a result of the rapid pace of urbanization and wrong waste disposal practices. This results in poor water quality and environmental hazards among others. Conventional systems for cleaning ponds use man-power and fuel-operated machines that are not only labor intensive and time consuming but are not …
Published in Journal of Mechatronics and Automation · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 14–21 Read article
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Integration of IoT and Robotics for Smart Industrial Waste Management: Design and Implementation of an Automated Collection System
Abstract: All types of drainage issues are resolved by the Automatic Industrial Hazardous and Waste Collecting Machine. Washing, which also encourages blockage-free drains and a constant flow of drain water. Sewage water needs to be separated in the present period due to sufficient sewage to maintain environmental cleanliness. Both humans and the environment are severely harmed by the garbage and pollutants generated by industry and the areas around cities. Using auto …
Published in International Journal of Advanced Control and System Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 26–34 Read article
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Smart Dustbin for Household Using Internet of Things (IoT)
Abstract: This article, titled “Smart Dustbin for Household Using Internet of Things (IoT)”, introduces an innovative solution to manage household waste effectively. In today's fast-paced world, many individuals find it challenging to dispose of garbage regularly due to busy schedules. This IoT-based system aims to address this issue by employing sensors and connectivity to monitor the fill-level of dustbins in real time. By utilizing ultrasonic sensors and microcontrollers like the ESP32, …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 38–48 Read article
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Garbage Classifier Using Arduino
Abstract: In today's era, where prioritizing sustainable methods of waste disposal is crucial, a pioneering initiative titled "Garbage Collection using Arduino Nano " stands out as a revolutionary approach to refining the traditional, labor-intensive methods of household waste collection. Utilizing the Arduino Nano microcontroller, this project introduces a sophisticated waste management system equipped with diverse sensors and mechanisms. Through the automation of waste collection, this avant-garde system not only enhances efficiency …
Published in Journal of Mechatronics and Automation · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 18–23 Read article
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Instant Response Garbage Disposal Using Android Application
Abstract: Solid waste is a major concern for government bodies and is a consequence of development, modernization, and urbanization. It refers to anything that is not a gas or liquid and poses a serious threat to the natural environment. Solid waste is a type of refuse that can accumulate in a certain area for an extended period of time if not properly managed. The waste can persist in the environment until …
Published in International Journal of Mobile Computing Technology · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 18–24 Read article
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Smart Ways to Manage Waste with AI and IOT: A Review
Abstract: Rapid urban growth and population have led to exponential growth in municipal solid waste over traditional inefficient waste management systems (collection / segregation / disposal). This paper reviews the convergence of Internet-of- Things (IoT) and artificial intelligence (AI), seen as two potential smart techniques to launch smarter waste management. The research reports important applications for AI and IoT in waste classification, waste collection optimization, waste-to-energy as well as smart bin …
Published in International Journal of Advanced Control and System Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 26–31 Read article
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Quantification and Forecasting of Plastic waste in Gorakhpur city, India
Abstract: Plastic pollution is one of the biggest environmental threats faced by human society, especially in cities like Gorakhpur, which have minimal resources for waste management but a very high amount of waste that keeps on increasing day by day. The purpose of this research is to determine the total amount of plastic waste (PW) generated in Gorakhpur city and forecast plastic waste generation. The snowball sampling method was used for …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 946–962 Read article
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E-Dustbin
Abstract: A major problem with our present society is the soild waste management, as it disturbs both the human health and affects the environment. Monitoring of those wastes is one of the major problem of the present. The traditional method of solving this issue is by making use of huge trash cans in public places and ulitizing the role of human scavengers, which is time consuming in nature. This paper proposes …
Published in Journal of Mechatronics and Automation · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Management of Ship-Generated Pollution in Nigerian Seaports
Abstract: The impact of ship-borne pollution in Nigeria’s seaport is alarming. Following the guidelines of the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL). This study identifies the types of ship-generated waste; evaluates the availability of waste reception facilities in Nigerian seaports, examining the costs of operation waste reception facilities in the Nigerian Seaports; examines the management of ship waste collection processes in the Nigerian Seaports; investigates the implementation …
Published in International Journal of Pollution: Prevention & Control · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 23–42 Read article
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Trash Collection and Sanitization Robot (Trashbot)
Abstract: Today, the world is facing a major garbage crisis and looking at smarter ways for overcoming the garbage assortment problem. This paper focuses on presenting a robot which is capable of collecting and segregating waste into different category. It is one of the innovative concept used in several industries and public areas for collecting waste and makes our place neat and clean [3]. The robot can travel in the predetermined …
Published in Journal of Electronic Design Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 33–38 Read article
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Artificial Intelligence Enhanced Waste Sorting and Classification System for Urban Recycling
Abstract: This study explores the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) to enhance waste management efficiency within urban environments. Rapid urbanization has resulted in a surge of municipal waste, which current systems often struggle to manage effectively. The proposed AI-enhanced waste sorting and classification system aims to optimize waste collection routes and accurately forecast waste generation trends, thereby reducing operational costs, fuel consumption, and traffic congestion. Additionally, AI-driven …
Published in Current Trends in Signal Processing · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 23–32 Read article
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Envirosense Nexus: IoT-Driven Precision Waste Management for Urban Sustainability
Abstract: In modern urban environments, the improper handling of waste has become a significant issue, particularly due to insufficient and inefficient management of trash collection. This growing problem is leading to unhygienic conditions and pollution, requiring the introduction of smart waste disposal systems. To address this, we propose the development of an Internet of Things (IoT)-based intelligent trash bin that can autonomously detect, monitor, and report its waste levels. The system …
Published in International Journal of Robotics and Automation in Mechanics · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 26–31 Read article