A robot for collecting and removing household waste in the community

Abstract

A robot for collecting and transporting household waste in a residential complex, comprising a container (1) wherein the upper surface of the container (1) is open, the lower part of the container (1) is attached to a drive mechanism (2), and a sensor module (3) is mounted on the front side wall of the container (1) near the lower position. A loudspeaker system (4) is permanently installed at the middle position of each of the left and right side walls of the container (1). An emergency stop switch (5) is mounted on the upper surface of the container (1) near the rear. A control mechanism (6) is mounted on the rear of the container (1) and is wirelessly connected to the call button (7).

Description

TECHNICAL AREA

[0001] The present utility model solution relates to the field of waste disposal technology and in particular to a robot for collecting and transporting household waste in residential areas. TECHNICAL BACKGROUND

[0002] Household waste consists of solid waste generated in everyday life and is divided into four categories: kitchen waste, recyclables, hazardous waste, and other waste. Its disposal involves three phases – collection, transport, and final treatment – ​​with resources ultimately being reused through incineration, landfilling, or composting.

[0003] Currently, residents mostly take their own waste to the recycling bins and dispose of it there. However, due to the aging population and increased care for disadvantaged groups, significant difficulties and safety risks arise when elderly people or people with disabilities have to transport the waste themselves. Furthermore, many residents forgo waste disposal altogether due to a lack of time. Another issue is that existing waste disposal models rely on manual, scheduled collections and cannot meet the immediate needs of households, as they lack personalized services for everyday life. Therefore, we propose a robot for collecting household waste in the residential complex to address these problems. CONTENTS OF THE PRESENT APPLICATION(1) Technical problems solved

[0004] To overcome the disadvantages of existing technology, the present utility model solution provides a robot for collecting and transporting household waste in residential areas, which solves the problems described in the previous section. (2) Technical solution

[0005] To achieve the aforementioned objectives, the present utility model solution implements the following technical solution: A robot for collecting and transporting household waste in a residential complex, consisting of an open-topped container. A drive unit is mounted on the bottom of the container. A sensor unit is located in the front side panel, near the bottom edge. A speaker is integrated into the center of both the left and right side panels. An emergency stop switch is installed on the top of the container, near the rear edge. A control mechanism, wirelessly connected to the doorbell button, is permanently mounted on the rear of the housing.

[0006] Furthermore, the housing construction includes a frame and side panels that are attached to the frame edge and the underside.

[0007] The drive mechanism consists of a drive motor, an impeller, and a four-wheel drive. Drive mechanisms are attached to the lower side wall of the housing at the center left and right positions, with the left and right drive motors arranged in a mirror image. Impellers are mounted on the output shafts of the drive motors. Four-wheel drive units are attached to the lower surface of the housing at the center front and rear positions, also arranged in a mirror image.

[0008] In addition, the detection unit includes a cable tracing module and an ultrasonic sensor, which are arranged from bottom to top on the front side wall of the housing near the lower position, with the cable tracing module tilted downwards.

[0009] In addition, the control unit includes a battery, a controller and a drive module, which are attached sequentially from bottom to top on the back of the housing.

[0010] In addition, an LED display is attached to the front of the controller.

[0011] In addition, the controller is electrically connected to the loudspeaker system, the emergency stop switch, the drive motor, the line module, the ultrasonic sensor, the battery, the drive module and the LED display elements. (3) Beneficial effects

[0012] Compared to existing technologies, the present utility model solution offers a robot for collecting and transporting household waste in residential areas, which offers the following advantages: In this utility model solution, a signal is sent to the control unit via the doorbell. Upon receiving the information, the control unit activates the drive and sensor unit, causing the container to move to the entrance and be collected there. This closes the gap in waste collection – the so-called "last mile" – and better meets the needs of elderly people and disadvantaged groups. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS Fig. shows the main view of the present utility model solution. Fig. shows the rear view of the present utility model solution. Fig. shows the corrosive structure of this utility model. Fig. shows the schematic representation of the control system structure according to the present utility model solution.

[0013] Figure: 1. Housing; 101. Frame; 102. Side plates; 2. Drive mechanism; 201. Drive motor; 202. Drive wheels; 203. All-wheel drive; 3. Sensor module; 301. Guidance module; 302. Ultrasonic sensor; 4. Speaker; 5. Emergency stop switch; 6. Control mechanism; 601. Battery; 602. Control unit; 603. Drive module; 7. Bell; 8. LED indicator. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0014] The technical solution according to the exemplary embodiments of the present utility model solution is described clearly and completely below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described exemplary embodiments represent only a portion of the possible embodiments of the present utility model solution, but not its entire range. All further embodiments developed by a person skilled in the art without creative effort are protected under the present utility model. Example

[0015] As in the Fig. As shown, an embodiment of the present utility models comprises a robot for collecting and transporting household waste in a residential complex, consisting of a container 1 with an open top. A drive mechanism 2 is attached to the underside of the container 1. A sensor 3 is mounted in the front side wall of the container 1, near the lower edge. Loudspeakers 4 are embedded in the center of the left and right side walls of the container 1. An emergency stop switch 5 is mounted on the upper surface of the housing 1, near the rear, which stops the control unit 6 and thus brings the robot to a standstill. The control unit 6 is permanently mounted on the rear of the housing 1 and is wirelessly connected to the call button 7. The call button 7 is a publicly known call button commonly used in hotels.

[0016] How Fig. As shown, in some embodiments the housing unit 1 comprises a frame 101 and side plates 102 which are attached to the frame 101 at the bottom and at the side edges.

[0017] In this embodiment, the frame 101 and the side panel 102 form a waste container 1. A scale can be attached to the bottom of the container to prevent the waste weight from exceeding the transport limit. An overflow sensor can also be installed on the top to prevent waste from falling out of the container. A laser sensor can be used to measure the waste level in the container 1.

[0018] How Fig. As shown, in some embodiments, the drive device 2 comprises a drive motor 201, an impeller 202, and a four-wheel assembly 203. A drive device 2 is attached to the lower side wall of the housing 1, near the center left and right positions. The drive motors 201 are arranged symmetrically on the left and right, and an impeller 202 is mounted on the output shaft of each drive motor 201. Universal wheels 203, arranged symmetrically to each other, are attached to the lower surface of the housing 1 at the center front and rear.

[0019] In this embodiment, the output shaft of the drive motor 201 rotates the drive wheels 202, which, together with the all-wheel drive wheels 203, move the housing 1. Due to the differential drive effect between the front and rear drive motors 201, the rotational speeds of the left and right drive wheels 202 differ, thus steering the housing 1.

[0020] How Fig. As shown, in some embodiments the induction mechanism 3 comprises a line tracing module 301 and an ultrasonic sensor 302, which are arranged from bottom to top on the front side wall of the housing 1 near the lower position, with the line tracing module 301 inclined downwards.

[0021] In this embodiment, the line monitoring module 301 serves to detect guide lines. 20 mm thick black guide lines are laid in the building corridors, along which the module 301 moves. The ultrasonic sensor 302 has a detection range of 0.02 m to 4 m. Upon detecting pedestrians, objects, or other obstacles in front of it, it stops immediately and transmits the information to the control unit 6. This then activates the loudspeakers 4 to sound an alarm. After the obstacle is removed, the movement resumes; the line tracing module 301 uses a linear CCD module of type TSL1401.

[0022] How Fig. As shown, in some embodiments the control unit 6 comprises a battery 601, a controller 602 and a drive module 603, which are attached sequentially from bottom to top on the back of the housing 1.

[0023] In this embodiment, the battery 601 uses a 12V lithium-ion battery and supplies power to all electrical components via the controller 602. The controller 602, using the drive module 603, controls the speed of the left and right drive motors 201. Furthermore, the controller 602 can be connected to a smartphone app to organize waste collection in real time or by scheduling. The controller 602 is based on the Arduino MEGA and integrates sensors as well as a 7-signal module for the doorbell.

[0024] How Fig. As shown, in some embodiments an LED indicator 8 is attached to the front side of the controller 602.

[0025] In this embodiment, the LED indicator 8 serves to indicate the operating status.

[0026] How Fig.As shown, in some embodiments the controller 602 is electrically connected to the loudspeaker 4, the emergency stop switch 5, the drive motor 201, the line module 301, the ultrasonic sensor 302, the battery 601 and the drive module 603.

[0027] In this embodiment, the controller 602 controls the operation of the loudspeakers 4, the emergency stop switch 5, the drive motor 201, the line module 301, the ultrasonic sensor 302, the battery 601 and the drive module 603.

[0028] During operation, pressing button 7 of the call bell sends a signal to the controller 602 in the control mechanism 6. This activates the corresponding electrical components, causing the line induction module 301 in the induction mechanism 3 to detect the black guide loop. Subsequently, the output shaft of the drive motor 201 in the drive mechanism 2 sets the rollers 202 in rotation. The propulsion circuits 202 work together with the all-wheel drive wheels 203 to move the housing 1. The differential drive motors 201 cause the left and right propulsion circuits 202 to rotate at different speeds, thus controlling the housing 1 and allowing it to move along the black guide line. An ultrasonic sensor 302 detects obstacles such as pedestrians or debris in the path and immediately stops the drive. This information is forwarded to the controller 602, which then activates the loudspeakers 4 to sound an alarm.Once the obstacle is removed, the movement continues. As soon as speaker 4 is positioned at the entrance, the voice message "Please place the waste down" is played. The waste is placed in container 1, which is then returned to the collection point via drive mechanism 2, thus ensuring collection directly in front of the entrance. Closing the gap in the residential waste collection system enables better service for the elderly and disadvantaged populations.

[0029] In summary, the community waste collection robot uses the drive unit 2 to move the container body 1. With the help of the doorbell 7, the sensor unit 3, and the control unit 6, the container body 1 is brought to the front door to bridge the last meter of the waste collection route. This improves service for elderly people and disadvantaged groups.

[0030] Finally, it should be noted that the examples mentioned above merely represent preferred embodiments of the present utility model solution and do not limit it. Although the present solution has been explained in detail with reference to the examples given, those skilled in the field may further develop the technical solutions described in these examples or replace individual technical features with equivalent variants. All modifications, equivalent replacements, or improvements made in the spirit and according to the principles of the present utility model solution shall be subject to the scope of protection of this utility model solution. SUMMARY

[0031] The present utility model solution relates to the field of waste disposal technology and specifically to a robot for collecting and transporting household waste. The robot comprises a housing body to the lower surface of which a drive unit is attached. This unit consists of a drive motor, an impeller, and all-wheel drive. A sensor unit, consisting of a guide rail detection module and an ultrasonic sensor, is mounted on the front side wall of the housing, near the bottom. Speakers are permanently installed in the middle of the left and right side walls of the housing. An emergency stop switch is mounted on the upper surface of the housing, near the rear. A control mechanism, consisting of a battery, a control unit, and a drive module, is attached to the rear of the housing and is wirelessly connected to the emergency call button.A drive system moves the container box, while a ringtone triggers sensors and control systems to open the door for waste collection. This closes the existing gap in waste disposal – the so-called "last mile" – and better meets the needs of elderly people and disadvantaged groups.

Claims

[1] A robot for collecting and transporting household waste in a residential complex, comprising a container (1) wherein the upper surface of the container (1) is open, the lower part of the container (1) is attached to a drive mechanism (2), and a sensor module (3) is mounted on the front side wall of the container (1) near the lower position. A loudspeaker system (4) is permanently installed at the middle position of each of the left and right side walls of the housing (1). An emergency stop switch (5) is mounted on the upper surface of the housing (1) near the rear. A control mechanism (6) is mounted on the rear of the housing (1) and is wirelessly connected to the call button (7). [2] A robot for collecting and transporting household waste according to claim 1, characterized by, that the container chamber (1) consists of a frame (101) and side plates (102), wherein the side plates (102) are attached to the frame (101) on the outside and on the underside. [3] A robot for collecting and transporting household waste according to claim 1, characterized by The drive device (2) comprises a drive motor (201), a treadmill (202), and an all-wheel drive (203), wherein the drive device (2) is attached to the lower side wall of the housing (1) near the central left and right positions, and the left and right drive motors (201) are arranged in a mirror image. Propulsion wheels (202) are attached to the output shaft of each drive motor (201). All-wheel drive wheels (203) are attached to the underside of the housing (1) at the central front and rear, with the front and rear all-wheel drive wheels (203) arranged in a mirror image. [4] A robot for collecting and transporting household waste according to claim 1, characterized by The sensor module (3) comprises a guideline module (301) and an ultrasonic sensor (302), wherein the guideline module (301) and the ultrasonic sensor (302) are arranged from bottom to top on the front side wall of the housing (1) near the lower position. The line monitoring module (301) is arranged inclined downwards. [5] A robot for collecting and transporting household waste according to claim 1, characterized by , that the control unit (6) consists of a battery (601), a control unit (602) and a drive module (603), wherein the battery (601), the control unit (602) and the drive module (603) are attached sequentially from bottom to top on the rear of the housing (1). [6] A robot for collecting and disposing of household waste in the community according to claim 5, characterized by, that an LED indicator (8) is attached to the front of the control unit (602). [7] A robot for collecting and transporting household waste according to claim 5, characterized by , that the controller (602) is electrically connected to the loudspeaker system (4), the emergency stop switch (5), the drive motor (201), the line module (301), the ultrasonic sensor (302), the battery (601), the drive module (603) and the LED indicator lights (8).

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