To ensure precise and accurate readings, these sensor employ the emission of sound waves, which measure the time taken for these waves to rebound and thus helps in determining the fill level. When a bin’s pre-set fill level surpasses the established threshold, an event is triggered within the cloud-based system. This information is then used to optimise waste collection and disposal and prevent it from being mishandled or disposed of improperly.

Radio Frequency Identification Technology

There is a huge manpower utilized in waste tracking in hospitals in terms of weighing, tagging, and using barcoding stickers in each bags as per the existing BMW guidelines. This can be avoided by using RFID coded bags i.e., Radio frequency identification technology.

To realize this application, a properly designed rugged RFID tag is attached to the waste bins. It contains all user/owner information. RFID reader collects the digital data and this encoded data is collected in database to track the process. An RFID reader/antenna embedded into the truck captures the tag IDs of each waste bin. The data collected from the RFID tags can be linked with a time stamp, type of container, weight of the container, and customer information. The data can be either sent to a host computer using wireless protocols or the data can also be stored in the truck on board computer and later transferred to a central waste management system for data processing.

Smart Bins Management System’

The primary aim of this system is to introduce a waste sorting system that is streamlined. Using colour-coding simplifies the waste disposal process for users, making it easier to dispose of waste correctly as per the guidelines. It integrates cutting-edge sensor technology within the bins, facilitating automated garbage sorting. The proposed sensors can discern the type of discarded trash, diminishing users’ need to manually select the appropriate bin and promoting the maintenance of a sanitary atmosphere. It gives real-time feedback mechanism that serves as an educational tool for users, fostering and reinforcing appropriate waste categorisation practices. It can gather data about the various types and volumes of waste. Subsequently, the collected data is transmitted to a centralised system or cloud-based database for analysis. The customisation of the colour-coding system based on the guidelines allows for its alignment with the regulations. Waste management authorities can remotely monitor the fill levels of the smart bins, optimising collection routes, reducing operational costs, and minimising environmental impact. This helps to maintain a sustainable environment. A mobile app can be used to monitor this process remotely.