Impact Factor (2025): 6.9
DOI Prefix: 10.47001/IRJIET
Waste
management is a major environmental challenge faced by modern society due to
rapid urbanization and population growth. Improper segregation of waste results
in pollution, health hazards, and inefficient recycling processes. This paper
presents the design and implementation of an Automated Waste Segregation System
that automatically separates waste into wet, dry, and metallic categories using
sensors and a microcontroller. The proposed system uses a moisture sensor to
identify wet waste, a metal sensor to detect metallic objects, and a control
unit to classify dry waste. Based on sensor inputs, a motor-driven mechanism
directs the waste into the appropriate bin. This system minimizes human
intervention, improves waste handling efficiency, and supports sustainable
waste management practices. The project is cost-effective, easy to implement,
and suitable for applications such as smart cities, public places, and
residential areas. Solid waste management has become a critical challenge due
to rapid urbanization and increasing population. Improper segregation of waste
at the source results in environmental pollution, health hazards, and inefficient
recycling processes. This paper presents the design and implementation of an
Automated Waste Segregation System that separates waste into wet, dry, and
metallic categories using sensors and a microcontroller. The proposed system
utilizes a moisture sensor to identify wet waste and a metal sensor to detect
metallic objects, while dry waste is classified by elimination. An
Arduino-based control unit processes the sensor inputs and actuates servo
motors to direct waste into the respective bins. The system reduces human
intervention, improves segregation accuracy, and ensures hygienic waste
handling. Experimental results indicate that the system is efficient,
cost-effective, and suitable for small-scale applications such as residential
areas, institutions, and public places. The proposed solution supports
sustainable waste management practices and can be further enhanced with
IoT-based monitoring and intelligent classification techniques.
Country : India
IRJIET, Volume 9, Issue 12, December 2025 pp. 68-71