Intelligent waste management system with genre-specific RFID-encoded recycling bags dispenser

Abstract

An Intelligent Waste Management System with Genre-Specific RFID-Encoded Recycling Bags Dispenser comprises an innovative solution to address the complex challenges of waste management in multi-story buildings. The system introduces a dispensary device strategically located on each floor, offering tenants genre-specific recycling bags, each embedded with a unique RFID tag. These tags, composed of a "OHG" prefix, a 16-character alphanumeric GUID, and a genre suffix, enable precise waste sorting and tracking. Tenants use a mobile application to select their desired genre and purchase corresponding bags, with the app recording bag usage and associating each BoxID with the purchasing tenant. Waste disposal chutes or hopper doors are equipped with RFID readers that exclusively accept bags generated by the dispensary device, preventing the use of inadequate bags prone to rupture. The system promotes compliance with waste disposal guidelines, rewarding tenants who adhere to proper waste sorting practices and ensuring accountability for non-compliance.

Description

Intelligent Waste Management System with Genre-Specific RFID- Encoded Recycling Bags DispenserBackground and Field of the Invention

[0001] Field of the Invention

[0002] The present invention pertains to the field of waste management and recycling systems, specifically addressing the challenges associated with efficient waste disposal and responsible recycling practices within multi-story buildings or similar environments.

[0003] Background of the Invention

[0004] The management of waste and recyclables in multi-story buildings has long been a concern due to the complex logistics involved. Traditionally, tenants in such buildings often encounter difficulties in segregating recyclables from general waste, leading to inefficiencies in recycling and environmental concerns. Inefficient waste disposal methods can result in contamination, increased disposal costs, and contribute to environmental pollution.

[0005] Challenges and issues associated with traditional waste management systems in multi-story buildings include:

[0006] Inefficient Sorting: Tenants frequently encounter difficulties in correctly sorting recyclables from general waste, leading to cross-contamination and the degradation of recyclable materials.

[0007] Accountability: Existing systems often lack accountability, making it challenging to monitor and enforce responsible waste disposal practices among tenants.

[0008] Environmental Impact: Inefficient waste management practices contribute to pollution, escalate disposal costs, and hinder the progress toward a sustainable and environmentally friendly waste disposal system.

[0009] The present invention addresses these challenges by introducing an intelligent waste management system that leverages technology and accountability to revolutionize waste disposal and recycling practices within multi-story buildings.Brief Description of Drawings:

[0010] Figure 1 shows a single use waste disposal distribution vending machine with genre selections and user pairing elements to a mobile device.

[0011] Figure 2 shows a hopper door gravity chute waste access portal with a user interface and a corresponding single use disposable waste container with means of identification.

[0012] Figure 3 shows a gravity chute waste access room with a person obtaining a single use disposable waste container from a vending distribution device located within close proximity of said gravity chute waste access portal.Detailed Description of Drawings:

[0013] Figure 1 shows a single use, color coded, single waste genre, disposable waste container distribution machine (21) which contains a plurality of colored single use, color coded, genre specific disposable waste containing elements (39) whereby said distribution machine (21) has a first user interface (22) with a plurality of waste genre selections (23) whereby a user may select the single use, color coded, single waste genre, disposable waste container (39) genre such as "Plastic", "Metal", "Glass", " Paper" or "General Waste" in which the distribution machine (21)digitally imprints an identification of RFID and or QR Code (27) hereinafter referred to as the "BoxID". The said distribution machine (21) interacts with an app on a user mobile device which creates a relationship of the BoxID (27) and the user App (35) creating a link between the BoxID (27) and the user who will dispose of the single use, color coded, single waste genre, disposable container (39) purchased via mobile app (35) from a single use, color coded, single waste genre, disposable waste container distribution machine (21) into a close proximity gravity chute (100 Figure 3) hopper door access point (55 Figure 2).

[0014] Figure 2 shows a locked (59) hopper door access point (55) with a user interface (63) having a direct link to a BoxID (71, 27) affixed to a single use, color coded, single waste genre, disposable waste container (39) whereby said BoxID (71,27) is scanned by a scanner (66) that only grants access to the hopper door (55) unlocking the electric strike (59) allowing the user to discard the ingle use, color coded, single waste genre, disposable waste container (39) into the hopper door waste portal (55).

[0015] Figure 3 shows a gravity chute access room (69) with a user interacting with a single use, color coded, single waste genre, disposable waste container distribution machine (21) obtaining a single use, color coded, single waste genre, disposable waste container (39) which said user places their genre of specific waste into the said single use, color coded, single waste genre, disposable waste container (39) before discarding it into the hopper door waste portal (55). Said hopper door waste portal (55) is the access portal to the gravity chute (100) where the single use, color coded, single waste genre, disposable waste container travels down the chute to the collection room (not shown but implied).Summary of the InventionThe "Intelligent Waste Management System with Genre-Specific RFID-Encoded Recycling Bags Dispenser" is a groundbreaking solution aimed at improving waste management in high-rise buildings. The system is centered around a dispenser device, strategically placed on every floor, which provides tenants with genre-specific recycling bags, each equipped with a unique RFID tag.

[0016] Key Features:

[0017] Genre-Specific Recycling Bags: The dispensary device offers tenants the choice of genre-specific bags, categorized into Paper (PPR), Plastic (PLA), Metal (MTL), Glass (GLS), and General Waste (GW). These bags are color-coded for easy identification.

[0018] Unique RFID Tags: Each recycling bag is encoded with a distinctive RFID tag, comprising a prefix "CHG" followed by a 16-character alphanumeric GUID and a suffix indicating the genre. For instance, "CHG0A134G787B797PPR" signifies a Paper genre bag.

[0019] Mobile Application Integration: Tenants use a mobile application to select their preferred genre and purchase the corresponding bag. The app tracks bag usage and associates each BoxID with the purchasing tenant, ensuring accountability.

[0020] RFID Reader Control: The waste disposal chute or hopper door is equipped with an RFID reader that only accepts bags generated by the dispensary device. This control prevents the use of substandard bags that might rupture, causing pollution.

[0021] Compliance and Rewards: The system encourages waste disposal compliance. Tenants who use the correct genre-specific bags are eligible for rewards, while those who do not follow guidelines may receive reprimands.

[0022] Environmental Impact: By ensuring the use of bags with suitable thickness for safe waste disposal, the system minimizes the risk of bag ruptures, preventing toxic waste environments and enhancing recycling efficiency.

[0023] Enhanced Recycling: The RFID-tagged bags not only facilitate responsible waste disposal but also enable efficient waste tracking and sorting, contributing to a greener and more sustainable environment.

[0024] In conclusion, the "Intelligent Waste Management System with Genre-Specific RFID-Encoded Recycling Bags Dispenser" revolutionizes waste management in multi-story buildings. By combining technology, accountability, and environmental responsibility, this system offers a comprehensive solution to the challenges of waste disposal in high-rise structures, ultimately promoting a cleaner, healthier planet.

[0025] The "Intelligent Waste Management System with Genre-Specific RFID-Encoded Recycling Bags Dispenser" offers a user-friendly and technologically advanced solution to the challenges of waste management in multi-story buildings. The system combines the following key features:

[0026] Genre-Specific Bag Selection: Tenants can easily select the appropriate genrespecific recycling bag via a mobile application, ensuring the correct categorization of waste.

[0027] RFID Authentication: The system employs RFID-encoded bags and RFID readers to authenticate and enforce compliance with chosen waste genres, promoting responsible recycling practices.

[0028] Usage Tracking and Rewards: A mobile application continuously tracks tenant bag usage, incentivizing responsible recycling behavior and providing valuable data for improved waste management.

[0029] Thickness-Optimized Bags: The system dispenses bags engineered with optimized thickness to prevent ruptures and environmental hazards.

[0030] Enhanced Recycling Efficiency: RFID-tagged bags facilitate precise waste tracking and sorting, enhancing overall recycling efficiency.

[0031] By implementing this preferred embodiment of the invention, multi-story buildings can significantly improve their waste management practices, contribute to a more sustainable environment, and promote responsible recycling behavior among tenants. The core concepts and functionalities of this embodiment serve as a model for transforming traditional waste management systems into efficient, accountable, and environmentally conscious solutions.Methods of Preferred Embodiment

[0032] The following description details the preferred embodiment of the "Intelligent Waste Management System with Genre-Specific RFID-Encoded Recycling Bags Dispenser" to illustrate the invention's operational principles and capabilities. It should be noted that these methods are exemplary and not intended to limit the scope of the invention.

[0033] Genre-Specific Bag Selection:

[0034] Tenant initiates the process by accessing a mobile application specifically designed for waste management.

[0035] Within the application, the tenant selects their preferred waste genre, such asPaper (PPR), Plastic (PLA), Metal (MTL), Glass (GLS), or General Waste (GW).

[0036] Bag Purchase and BoxID Generation:

[0037] Upon selecting the genre, the application provides the tenant with the option to purchase the corresponding genre-specific recycling bag.

[0038] Upon purchase confirmation, the dispensary device located on the tenant's floor generates a unique RFID-encoded BoxID for the bag.

[0039] The BoxID comprises a "CHG" prefix, a 16-character alphanumeric GUID, and a genre suffix that matches the tenant's selection (e.g., "CHG0A134G787B797PPR" for Paper genre).

[0040] Tenant Bag Association:

[0041] The mobile application associates the generated BoxID with the tenant's account, creating a link between the tenant and the bag for accountability purposes.

[0042] RFID Authentication:

[0043] To dispose of waste, the tenant approaches the waste disposal chute or hopper door equipped with an RFID reader.

[0044] The RFID reader authenticates the BoxID on the recycling bag to ensure its compliance with the chosen waste genre.

[0045] Waste Disposal and Compliance:

[0046] If the RFID authentication confirms compliance, the chute or hopper door allows the tenant to deposit their waste into the designated bin.

[0047] Non-compliance triggers an alert within the system, which may result in reprimands or other measures.

[0048] Usage Tracking and Rewards:

[0049] The mobile application continuously tracks the tenant's bag usage, providing valuable data on recycling habits.

[0050] Tenants who consistently follow proper waste disposal guidelines and use the correct genre-specific bags are eligible for rewards or incentives.

[0051] Thickness-Optimized Bags:

[0052] The recycling bags dispensed by the device are engineered with a thickness optimized to withstand impact, preventing ruptures and the creation of toxic waste environments.

[0053] Enhanced Recycling Efficiency:

[0054] The RFID-tagged bags facilitate precise waste tracking and sorting, enhancing the overall efficiency of the recycling process.

[0055] Environmental Impact:

[0056] The implementation of this preferred embodiment contributes to the reduction of pollution, safer waste disposal, and a more sustainable environment.

[0057] In summary, the "Intelligent Waste Management System with Genre-Specific RFID-Encoded Recycling Bags Dispenser" operates through a series of user-friendly steps, combining technology, compliance, and accountability to revolutionize waste management in multi-story buildings and promote responsible recycling practices. This preferred embodiment serves as a model for implementing the invention's core concepts and functionalities.

Claims

We Claim:Claim 1. A waste management system comprising: a dispensary device located on each floor of a multi-story building; and a mobile application enabling tenants to select a preferred waste genre from a group consisting of Paper (PPR), Plastic (PLA), Metal (MTL), Glass (GLS), and General Waste (GW), wherein the dispensary device generating genre-specific recycling bags, each embedded with a unique RFID tag, and the RFID tag on each bag comprising a "CHG" prefix, a 16-character alphanumeric GUID, and a genre suffix corresponding to the tenant's selected waste genre.Claim 2. The system of Claim 1, further comprising: a mobile application that associates the generated BoxID with the tenant's account to track bag usage, the mobile application recording the tenant's selected waste genre for each bag purchase.Claim 3. The system of Claim 1, further comprising: an RFID reader integrated with waste disposal chutes or hopper doors, the RFID reader authenticating the BoxID on the recycling bag, the system allowing waste disposal only if the RFID authentication confirms compliance with the selected waste genre.Claim 4. The system of Claim 2, further comprising: a rewards system within the mobile application, eligibility for rewards or incentives for tenants who consistently follow proper waste disposal guidelines and use the correct genre-specific bags.Claim 5. The system of Claim 1, wherein the recycling bags dispensed by the dispensary device are engineered with a thickness optimized to withstand impact, preventing ruptures and toxic waste environments.Claim 6. The system of Claim 1, wherein the RFID-tagged bags facilitate precise waste tracking and sorting, enhancing the overall efficiency of the recycling process.Claim 7. The system of Claim 1, contributing to the reduction of pollution and safer waste disposal, thereby promoting a more sustainable environment.

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