International Research Journal of Engineering and Technology (IRJET) Volume: 12 Issue: 04 |Apr 2025
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An Intelligent System to Manage Garbage in Cities Dr Parameswaran T 1, Sheshadri M O 2, Bindushree N 3, Greeshma N 4, Shraddha N 5 1 Associate Professor, Dept. of Computer Science & Engineering, CMR University, Bengaluru. 2345 UG Student, Dept. of Computer and Communication Engineering, CMR University, Bengaluru.
---------------------------------------------------------------------***--------------------------------------------------------------------Abstract - The increasing population and rapid urbanization have led to challenges in the waste management systems, particularly in densely populated areas. Traditional waste collection systems are facing issues such as inefficiency, overfilled bins, and delays in waste collection, which can result to environmental hazards. To state these issues, the Smart Waste Dustbin System was developed using Internet of Things (IoT) technology. This system integrates various sensors (IR, rain, and ultrasonic) with an ESP32 microcontroller to create an intelligent waste management solution capable of sorting waste, monitoring bin fullness, and providing real-time location tracking. The sensor is often used to measure the level of waste in the bin, providing data on whether the bin is empty, halffilled, or full. The servo motor is activated to sort waste into the appropriate compartment based on the type detected. The system also integrates GPS technology to track the location of the bin in real-time, which is useful for waste collection services and tracking waste disposal activities
Bin Fullness Monitoring: The ultrasonic sensor continuously measures the distance to the waste level inside the bin, determining whether the bin is empty, half-filled, or full. This data helps optimize the waste collection process by preventing overflows and reducing unnecessary waste collection trips Real-tine Status Updates: Through integration with the Blynk app, users can monitor the status of the waste bin. They can receive real-time updates regarding the type of waste, bin fullness, and even the location of the bin using GPS technology. Location Tracking: The GPS module provides precise location coordinates of the bin, making it easier for waste collection teams to locate bins that require attention. This feature is particularly useful for urban areas with numerous waste bins spread across large regions. The core components of the system include the ESP32 microcontroller, which serves as the brain of the system, IR and rain sensors for detecting waste type, ultrasonic sensors for monitoring bin fullness, servo motors for sorting waste, and the GPS module for location tracking. These components work in conjunction to ensure the system operates seamlessly, sending real-time data to the Blynk app and triggering alerts when necessary.
Key Words: Smart Waste Dustbin, Waste detector, IR Sensor, ultrasonic, ESP32 microcontroller, Internet of Things, GPS location
INTRODUCTION
This system provides an efficient and automated approach to managing urban waste, contributing to cleaner cities and more sustainable waste practices. By implementing IoT solutions, it reduces the dependency on manual and optimizes the waste
With the rapid growth of urban populations and the increasing rate of waste generation, efficient waste management work has become a significant challenge in cities worldwide. Traditional waste management methods, such as manual collection and sorting, are often inefficient, timeconsuming, and prone to human error. as a result, waste bins frequently overflow causing sanitation issues, environmental pollution, and higher costs for municipalities
collection process, making it both cost-effective and environmentally friendly. Furthermore, the real-time data and monitoring capabilities allow for better decision-making and planning in waste management operations.
In this context, the Smart Waste Dustbin System presents an innovative solution by utilizing Internet of Things (IoT) technologies to automate waste detection, sorting, and monitoring. By incorporating sensors, a microcontroller, and wireless communication, this system enhances the efficiency of waste management in smart cities.
In summary, the Smart Waste Dustbin System is designed to modernize waste management by incorporating automation, realtime monitoring, and location tracking. It exemplifies the potential of IoT technology to solve pressing urban issues and plays a vital and important role in the development of smart cities where technology is integrated into everyday life for greater convenience, sustainability, and efficiency.
The system is designed to achieve the following goals: Automated Waste Sorting: Using IR sensors and rain sensors, the system identifies and classifies the waste as either dry (non-biodegradable) or wet (biodegradable). The waste is automatically sorted into appropriate compartments via a servomotor, thus simplifying the recycling process.
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