River Cleaning Robot Using Solar Power

Authors: Assistant Professor Pavitra M. Badiger, Ms. Saipooja S. Sunagar, Ms. Vaishnavi B. Wadageri, Ms. Swati R. Patil, Ms. Veronica

Abstract: River pollution caused by floating waste is a critical environmental issue. Manual cleanup is time-consuming, expensive, and often ineffective for large water bodies. This study presents a solar-powered robotic system designed to collect floating debris from river surfaces. The robot operates using renewable energy and includes a conveyor mechanism for waste collection, DC motors for propulsion, and Bluetooth for remote control. The prototype demonstrates an eco-friendly, low-cost solution for continuous surface waste management in rivers. Future versions aim to incorporate autonomous navigation and AI-based classification to avoid harming aquatic life.