Diseño e implementación de un prototipo de basurero inteligente con energía fotovoltaica sostenible para la clasificación de residuos de botellas plásticas, latas y tetrapack en la isla san Cristóbal provincia de Galápagos

Abstract

This work presents the design and implementation of a smart trash bin prototype powered by photovoltaic energy, aimed at the automatic classification of recyclable waste such as plastic bottles, cans, and tetrapack containers. The system uses a neural network trained with images under various lighting conditions, angles, and object states to ensure accurate classification. Waste detection is carried out by photoelectric sensors, and physical sorting is performed by servomotors. The prototype is energetically self-sustaining due to the use of a solar panel, and its structure is made of stainless areas to ensure durability in high-salinity environments like San Cristobal Island in the Galapagos. Additionally, the integration of a remote communication module is proposed for monitoring and predictive maintenance. This development contributes to responsible solid waste management in ecologically sensitive areas.