Next-Gen IoT Smart Waste Bin with Ultrasonic-IR Sensing and Real-Time Location Alerts

Abstract

Garbage bins remain uncollected for long periods of time putting the lives of marketeers at risk in an event that there is Cholera outbreak especially during the rainy season. This happens because the Kitwe City Council does not have a system that monitors the garbage levels and notifies the Central Office. In order to avoid such a situation, this project proposes the design and implementation of a GPS and IOT Based Garbage and Waste Collection Bin Overflow Management System using GPS and IOT technology in providing real time information on the status of the garbage bins, i.e. when they are full so that appropriate action can be carried out. The GPS-enabled smart trash management system with real-time location tracking describes a modern waste management solution. The system uses GPS technology to monitor and manage trash disposal efficiently. Real-time location tracking enables waste collectors to optimize routes and schedule pickups, reducing operational costs and environmental impact. The system's smart features enable automated notifications, ensuring timely waste collection and reducing overflow issues. By utilizing advanced technology, this system aims to enhance waste management practices and promote sustainability in urban environments. The system notifies the person (Truck Driver) in charge of garbage collection by sending alerts into the IOT server and telling them where the full bin is exactly located. This development will ultimately save a lot of time especially when the council does not have to go and check the level of garbage in the bin. Besides, it will timely prevent the overflow of garbage due to the fact that garbage will be collected on time.