International Research Journal of Engineering and Technology (IRJET) e-ISSN: 2395-0056 Volume: 11 Issue: 05 | May 2024
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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE-BASED SMART DRAINAGE CLEANING ROBOT G. Hemalatha1, Akileshwaran2, Aarya Vardhan3, Vishal Kumar 4, Parthiban 5 1Lecturer, Dept. of Mechatronics, PSG Polytechnic College, Tamil Nadu, India
2345Student Scholar, Dept. of Mechatronics, PSG Polytechnic College, Tamil Nadu, India
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Abstract - The waste and gases produced by drainage are
very harmful to humans because of various illnesses that are spreading among people and the environment. Drainage maintenance and monitoring are currently performed manually. Because the presence of harmful gases in the drainage system might influence labor, it is not safe. This project, "Artificial Intelligence-Based Smart Drainage Cleaning Robot,” uses automation to simplify the procedure, eliminate the drawbacks, and protect worker lives. The artificial intelligence-based smart drainage cleaning robot is designed with an Arduino, an ESP8266 microcontroller, a DC gear motor, a robotic arm, a camera, and a GPS module. It is used to locate and clear blockages in drainage systems by using a pick-and-place mechanism. It uses hand recognition for picking and placing to clear the blockage. The designed robot is intelligent enough to cover both simple and complex paths as per requirements, which makes it usable in all possible conditions.
Fig -1: Block Diagram
2. Hardware
Key Words: Drainage cleaning, Artificial intelligence, Robotics, Automation, Worker safety, Efficiency, Arduino, ESP8266, Pick-and-place mechanism, Blockage detection.
2.1 ESP8266 Node MCU is built on the mature ESP8266 technology to take advantage of the abundant resources available on the web. Node MCU has ESP-12-based serial Wi-Fi integrated onboard to provide GPIO, PWM, ADC, I2C, and 1-WIRE resources. It also has a built-in USB-TTL serial with super-reliable industrial-grade CH340 for superior stability on all supported platforms. This module is one of the cheapest available Wi-Fi modules on the market. V3, or Version 3, is the latest version of this module. This tutorial, however, will facilitate connecting all the versions of ESP8266 Node MCU, i.e., V1, V2, or V3.
1. INTRODUCTION The "Artificial Intelligence-Based Drainage Cleaning Robot" offers a transformative solution to simplify drainage maintenance while safeguarding workers from hazardous waste and gases. Powered by an Arduino, ESP8266 microcontroller, DC gear motor, robotic arm, camera, and GPS module, this innovative robot employs a pick-and-place mechanism to clear blockages within drainage systems. Its intelligent design ensures maximum cleaning efficiency and is capable of navigating both simple and complex paths with ease. Automating the cleaning process significantly reduces the risks associated with manual labor, thereby minimizing the spread of diseases and protecting worker health. This project represents a vital step forward in enhancing the safety and efficacy of drainage maintenance operations. With its advanced features and adaptability, the "Artificial Intelligence-Based Smart Drainage Cleaning Robot" promises to revolutionize the industry, offering a sustainable and efficient solution to a critical environmental and public health challenge."
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Fig -2 Node MCU
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