Smart waste-collecting robot; a major achievement by Iranian researchers to save the seas

Pars Today - A team of young Iranian engineers has successfully designed and built an intelligent robot to collect recyclable waste from coastal beaches.

An Iranian startup team, aiming to protect the environment and reduce plastic pollution on beaches, has designed and built a robot that automatically collects recyclable waste from the shore. According to Pars Today, citing ISNA, this robot uses a brush connected on one side to a motor and on the other to a holder to separate waste from the sand. A DC motor is responsible for rotating the brush and plays a key role in the robot's mechanical operation.

In the electronic design, an Arduino Mega board has been used as the robot's main "brain," and four ultrasonic sensors serve as its intelligent "eyes" to detect obstacles and waste.

To power the robot, three lithium batteries are connected in series in the power supply section, while a high-performance brush handles the primary task of waste collection.

The Arduino Mega shield board was designed using Altium Designer software, and dedicated shields were created for the LCD display and sensors to simplify component installation and wiring. Additionally, XH socket wires were used to ensure clean and precise connections, making the robot's wiring process easier.

According to members of this Iranian team, their ultimate goal is to help clean beaches and raise awareness about the harmful effects of plastic waste on the environment and marine wildlife.

Coastal beaches are among the most beautiful yet fragile natural ecosystems on Earth. However, they now face a serious threat: plastic waste. According to a United Nations report, over 11 million tons of plastic enter the oceans annually, with a significant portion entering through coastal areas.

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