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An Innovative Concept for an Intelligent Organic Waste Collection Bin that Rewards Users in Oman

Al-Azhar Muslem Khalfan Masieid Al-ShukairiBachelor in Mechanical, Engineering Department, UTAS Ibra, Sultanate of OmanAhmed Abdullah Saud Rashid Al-AmriBachelor in Mechanical, Engineering Department, UTAS Ibra, Sultanate of OmanAli Said Ali Shahdad Al-BalushiBachelor in Mechanical, Engineering Department, UTAS Ibra, Sultanate of OmanSalim Abdallah Mohammed Said Al MashaykhiBachelor in Mechanical, Engineering Department, UTAS Ibra, Sultanate of OmanChethan Godlumane RameshLecturer, Engineering Department, UTAS Ibra, Sultanate of OmanSalim Obaid Sakin Al-TalaiiTechnician, Engineering Department, UTAS Ibra, Sultanate of OmanRajababu NatarajanTechnician, Engineering Department, UTAS Ibra, Sultanate of OmanDr. Ramesh PalanisamyLecturer, IT Department, UTAS Ibra, Sultanate of Oman

Vol 8 No 1 (2024): Volume 8, Issue 1, January 2024 | Pages: 188-195

International Research Journal of Innovations in Engineering and Technology

OPEN ACCESS | Research Article | Published Date: 13-02-2024

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Abstract

As urbanization accelerates in Oman, efficient organic waste management becomes a critical challenge. This paper presents the design and development of a novel Smart Organic Waste Collection bin (SOWCB) equipped with an innovative reward system to encourage and incentivize users for responsible waste disposal in Oman. The SOWCB integrates renewable energy and sensor technologies, including RFID, load sensors, and ultrasonic sensors connected to microcontrollers to monitor and optimize the waste collection process. The innovative reward system embedded in the design offers users tangible incentives for their environmentally responsible behaviour. Further, this incentive shall be claimed by the users from the sponsors in exchange for exposure to their business ads displayed through the bin. The development involves a multidisciplinary approach incorporating 2D and 3D design using Autodesk Inventor software, mechanical fabrication, and electronic and software engineering. The paper details the bin's novel technical aspects, scope for implementation and possible outcomes. The research evaluates the effectiveness of the proposed system through pilot studies conducted in selected areas of Oman, providing insights into user acceptance, system reliability and overall organic waste management improvements. This research aligns with Be'ah's vision "to conserve the environment of our beautiful Oman for our future generations".

Keywords

Organic waste, SOWCB, Solar energy, sensors, reward


Citation of this Article

Al-Azhar Muslem Khalfan Masieid Al-Shukairi, Ahmed Abdullah Saud Rashid Al-Amri, Ali Said Ali Shahdad Al-Balushi, Salim Abdallah Mohammed Said Al Mashaykhi, Chethan Godlumane Ramesh, Salim Obaid Sakin Al-Talaii, Rajababu Natarajan, Dr. Ramesh Palanisamy, “An Innovative Concept for an Intelligent Organic Waste Collection Bin that Rewards Users in Oman” Published in International Research Journal of Innovations in Engineering and Technology - IRJIET, Volume 8, Issue 1, pp 188-195, January 2024. Article DOI https://doi.org/10.47001/IRJIET/2024.801023

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