River Cleanup Boat v1.1

Problem Statement

Many small rivers and water bodies in India are polluted with surface-level trash due to cultural celebrations, lack of awareness, and improper disposal. This garbage disrupts the aquatic ecosystem and negatively affects fishermen's livelihoods, as waste gets entangled in fishing nets, reducing their income and impacting the local economy.   

Contributors

Ahana Kanoi, Ahyaan Bondre, Vivek Carvelho

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About River Cleanup Boat v1.1

Solution

  A Bluetooth-controlled Arduino-based device that uses motors and a mounted net to clean floating garbage on rivers. It can change direction via app commands and is designed with locally available materials to maximize accessibility and sustainability. 

Additional Info

Idea: A sustainable, smart, and efficient river-cleaning device that removes surface-level garbage in small water bodies, supporting the marine ecological balance and the economic well-being of fishermen. Objectives of the Project: Collect floating garbage from the water surface Use a buoyant base made of PVC pipes and foam Integrate motors for directional movement toward trash Control the motors using Bluetooth and a mobile app Attach a net for garbage collection Mount electrical components on acrylic bases for protection Ensure affordability and usability in rural or low-resource areas

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