Smart Bin

Abstract

The 21st century is the era of the digital world and advanced technologies. This chapter contributes to the Swachh Bharat mission by presenting the concept of smart bin using IoT. The Smart bin presented in this chapter is GPS-enabled and comprises sensors and a camera. A prototype for the proposed model is analysed, and network architecture is designed to communicate the critical information. The proposed system will update the status and condition of the bin to the nearest authority to improve the city's pollution and cleanliness. The prototype is deployed using a microcontroller Raspberry Pi and Google Maps to obtain the bins' real-time location. IoT fill-level sensors will help the garbage carrying truck in identify the nearest empty container without wasting time and resources. Google Maps will help in sensing the optimised routes to the drivers. The microcontroller will be used to integrate the different devices and cameras to provide real-time bin collection, overflowing/under flowing state and tracking information, and suggestions and notifications for effective disposal.