The Design of the IoT-based Smart Bin System

Abstract

Waste management is one of the major problems facing the world today. The trash spillover from garbage/trash/dust bins and the waste handling facilities creates unnecessary waste that needs to be managed. For example, in certain areas, trash spillover generates pollution as well as various hazardous situations. In this regard, unmanaged trash may be the root cause of spreading various diseases as well as creating huge waste management and health issues. To overcome the challenges, as well as maintain public health and cleanliness, this paper proposes the design of an Internet-of-Things (IoTs) based garbage monitoring system that measures the level of garbage in the bins and alerts the relevant stakeholders. It uses an ultrasonic sensor, load sensor, Arduino board, GPS Module, buzzer, and a motor and trash bin (with lid) to design the system. A sensor network was used to collect the levels in the trash bins and remotely trigger the required controls using IoTs. An ultrasonic sensor is interfaced with an Arduino board to check the level of trash and display the data on a dashboard. The administrator will then execute the required notification and dispatch authorized action. In this regard, waste management will be efficient, and overspill managed.