An IoT Based RFID Enabled Automatic Waste Segregator and Monitoring System

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The increasing population has led to a significant environmental issue: the proper disposal of a combination of biodegradable and non-biodegradable garbage. This issue is expected to persist as the global population continues to expand. The issue of waste treatment and management is a significant global concern across all geographical areas. The magnitude of its detrimental effects on our society and its environment is immense. The consequences of our haphazard and unregulated garbage disposal practices have become a significant issue for the well-being of both humans and the biodiversity of plant and animal species. By employing appropriate methods of segregation, it is possible to reuse and recycle trash efficiently. Indian Railways carries a daily average of 23 million passengers in India. This project presents a feasible prototype of an automated garbage segregator that efficiently manages the entire system using a microcontroller. The device is equipped with a range of sensors, primarily including an infrared (IR) sensor for detecting the presence of trash, a moisture sensor for detecting water content in the waste, and a metal sensor for detecting metallic waste. Therefore, these sensors are used to detect and identify the specific type of trash that is being disposed of. The microcontroller can regulate and oversee all operations of the system, including the proper disposal of garbage into certain bins categorized by metal, moist, and other materials. The project also focuses on implementing an incentive system that encourages the public to maintain a clean environment. It is achieved using a user-friendly RFID card scanning device, which rewards individuals with points for their efforts in disposing of waste properly. In addition, the entire system is supervised via the Wi-Fi module. The objective of this project is to offer a cost-efficient and financially viable alternative for waste management, therefore guaranteeing a pristine and healthful atmosphere. This application is a highly efficient tool for managing and organizing waste, as well as for separating different types of waste.