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Development of an Improved Solid Waste Collection System using Smart Sensors

World Journal of Electrical and Electronic Engineering | Vol 1, Issue 1

Table 1. Test Result of the System.

UnitLogic StateMicrocontroller Ongoing OperationWaste Container StatusOutput of the System as Displayed by the LCD Panel
     
Motion sensingLow  SSWM system in operation
MotionSensingHighChecking fill level of waste containerNot fullOpening for waste disposal
Motion sensingHighChecking fill level of waste containerFullContainer full check elsewhere
Level sensing(both LDR)HighActivating DC motorNot fullOpening for waste disposal
Level sensing(both LDR)LowActivating GSM moduleFullContainer full check elsewhere
GSM moduleHighSMS sending in progressFullWaiting for waste evacuation
Evacuation buttonLowActivating DC motorFullOpening for waste evacuation
Evacuation buttonLowActivating DC motorEmptyClosing cabin