International Research Journal of Engineering and Technology (IRJET)
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Volume: 12 Issue: 04 | Apr 2025
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Solar based garbage cleaning and surveillance boat Mannam Deepika 1, G.Latha 2, Popuri Abhinav 3, Orsu srinivasarao 4 Nallamothu krishna prasad5 1Student & AMRITA SAI INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
2Assistant Professor & AMRITA SAI INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY 3Student & AMRITA SAI INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY 4Student & AMRITA SAI INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY 5Student & AMRITA SAI INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
---------------------------------------------------------------------***--------------------------------------------------------------------1.INTRODUCTION Abstract The increasing levels of water pollution caused by improper waste disposal and lack of continuous monitoring in water bodies have posed serious threats to marine ecosystems, human health, and water-based economic activities. Traditional garbage collection systems in lakes, rivers, and coastal waters are often manual, laborintensive, and inefficient, especially in remote or hazardous locations. In addition, surveillance of these water bodies to track pollution levels, illegal dumping, or safety concerns is generally minimal due to high operational costs and limitations of accessibility. To address these challenges, the present project proposes the design and development of a Solar Based Garbage Cleaning and Surveillance Boat that operates autonomously or semi-autonomously using clean solar energy and is equipped with garbage collection mechanisms and surveillance capabilities.
Water bodies such as rivers, lakes, and coastal areas are crucial to the ecological balance of our planet. They serve as a habitat for aquatic life, provide drinking water for millions, support agriculture and industry, and offer recreation and transportation routes. However, the increasing pace of urbanization, industrial growth, and human negligence has led to a significant degradation of these water bodies. One of the most pressing issues is the accumulation of solid waste—particularly plastic and nonbiodegradable materials—on the surface of lakes, rivers, and oceans. This floating debris not only affects the aesthetic appeal of these environments but also poses serious threats to aquatic ecosystems and human health. Waste materials clog the flow of water, disturb aquatic flora and fauna, and release harmful chemicals as they degrade. Moreover, the spread of disease, contamination of drinking water sources, and loss of biodiversity are some of the detrimental consequences of water pollution caused by garbage accumulation.
The proposed boat is powered by solar panels that harvest renewable energy from sunlight, making the system eco-friendly and reducing its dependency on fossil fuels. The harvested solar energy is stored in onboard rechargeable batteries and utilized to power the boat’s propulsion system, garbage collection mechanism, onboard sensors, surveillance camera, and microcontroller units. The adoption of solar energy ensures sustainable and uninterrupted operation during daylight hours, while energy-efficient components and battery backup guarantee extended functioning during low-light conditions.
Keywords: Solar-powered boat, Garbage cleaning robot,
Despite efforts by government and nongovernment organizations to clean up polluted water bodies, most traditional methods rely heavily on manual labor and are limited in scale, efficiency, and reach. Manual cleaning is not only time-consuming but also poses health and safety risks to workers. Moreover, remote or hazardous areas are often left unattended due to difficulty in access or insufficient manpower. In addition to garbage cleaning, there is a dire need for continuous monitoring and surveillance of these water bodies to prevent illegal dumping, track pollution levels, and respond promptly to emergencies such as oil spills or toxic discharges. However, deploying manned surveillance systems across vast or remote water areas is neither economically feasible nor operationally efficient.
Water surface cleaning, Renewable energy, Surveillance system, Arduino-based system, IoT in environmental monitoring, Aquatic waste management, Eco-friendly technology, Autonomous surface vehicle (ASV), Embedded systems, Solar energy harvesting, Environmental sustainability, Marine pollution control, Real-time monitoring.
To address these limitations, the integration of renewable energy, automation, and remote sensing technologies presents a transformative solution. The development of autonomous or semi-autonomous systems powered by sustainable energy sources like solar power can drastically improve both garbage collection and
The boat is integrated with a garbage collection unit, typically consisting of a conveyor belt or mesh-based trap system mounted on the front or sides of the vessel.
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