April 28 th 2010

introduction Documentation Structural Framework David Leung Testing Sensors Software Scott Hsieh Fritz Lapastora Mechanical Components Power Unit Jeremy Lau Mike Kume Overall Electrical Mechanical Team Structure

introduction The problem and our solution. Top down description of the individual components. motivation system overview business perspective As a company, Timeline Budget Marketing Strategies Further Developments future work Topics Covered conclusions questions Closing Remarks and Q&A Session

Trash Cans introduction motivation the problems environment our solution system overview business perspective future work conclusions questions

Recycle Bins introduction motivation the problems environment our solution system overview business perspective future work conclusions questions

Lecture Halls introduction motivation the problems environment our solution system overview business perspective future work conclusions questions

Problems 1) Misplaced recyclables and garbage introduction motivation the problems environment our solution system overview business perspective future work conclusions questions 2) Lack of motivation or incentive

35 million water bottles annually  Metro Vancouver landfills Only 13% of bottles are recycled Recycling 10kg of plastic bottles eliminates 3.3kg of carbon emissions Recycling 10kg of aluminum cans eliminates 37kg of carbon emission introduction motivation the problem environment our solution system overview business perspective future work conclusions questions Environmental Concerns

introduction motivation the problem environment our solution system overview business perspective future work conclusions questions Current Solution? Only conjoins 3 bins into an awkward shape.

Enhanced Recycling Bin Sorts them into separate bins introduction motivation the problem environment our solution system overview business perspective future work conclusions questions Our Solution Identifies 1) Aluminium Cans 2) Glass Bottles 3) Plastic Bottles 4) Garbage

introduction motivation the problem environment our solution system overview business perspective future work conclusions questions Our Solution 1)Reacquire Recyclables Sorts inserted refuse Filters out garbage Recapture recyclables 2)Provide Incentive Technological appeal On-spot deposit return

introduction motivation system overview general design interface scanning mechanical power business perspective future work conclusions questions General methodology and concept

Initialization and Human Interface introduction motivation system overview general design interface scanning mechanical power business perspective future work conclusions questions Key requirements include: any interaction to remain minimal and intuitive status of capacity visible safety of user These issues were addressed by: Reverse biased LED proximity sensor providing four 5x7 LED displays proximity sensors across oriface

Scanning Methods Radio Frequency Identification SeeedStudio RDM630 operation 125kHz Beat Frequency Oscillator magnetic induction principle operating 3kHz Laser Profiling 12 multiplexed 3 volts 12 photo 10kΩ to 120kΩ range number of pairs limits resolution Pressure Testing Rack and Pinion System Process information through optical encoder introduction motivation system overview general design interface scanning mechanical power business perspective future work conclusions questions

Test Chamber Chamber materials pvc for cyclinder acrylic and steel rods adhesive introduction motivation system overview general design interface scanning mechanical power business perspective future work conclusions questions Component Layout maximum coverage minimum interference

introduction motivation system overview general design interface scanning mechanical power business perspective future work conclusions questions Managing the refuse Sorting Chute controlled by servo motor 180° rotation 5 volts Storage Cells 4 separate cells sized individually based on probability and size capacity monitored by software counter

introduction motivation system overview general design interface scanning mechanical power business perspective future work conclusions questions Orifice Door

introduction motivation system overview general design interface scanning mechanical power business perspective future work conclusions questions Trap Door

introduction motivation system overview general design interface scanning mechanical power business perspective future work conclusions questions Coin Dispenser

\ introduction motivation system overview general design interface scanning sorting and storage power business perspective future work conclusions questions Solar Panel

introduction motivation system overview business perspective timeline budget marketing future work conclusions questions Project Timeline

introduction motivation system overview business perspective timeline budget marketing future work conclusions questions Project Finances ELECTRICAL Laser Grid Profiling$51 Pressure Testing$82 Solar Charging Panels $350 BFO Components$31 RFID System and Microcontroller$198 Sub Total$712 MECHANICAL Sorting Mechanisms$323 Trapdoor$10 Orifice$2 Framework$80 Storage $103 Sub Total$518 MISCELLANEOUS Adhesive, Fasteners, Supplies$84 TOTAL$1314 Funding ESSEF $ (received) WIGHTON (applied) 510 Innovations members Budget projected cost $1, (with full housing) adjusted cost $1, costs up to date are within estimation

introduction motivation system overview business perspective timeline budget marketing future work conclusions questions Direct Consumer 1)Motivate users to recycle 2)Increase interest in green technologies Target Market: Municipalities Benefits 1)Improves image and reputation Environmentally conscious Interest in sustainability Green commitment 2)Monetary Value Funding Kickbacks Exemptions

introduction motivation system overview business perspective timeline budget marketing future work conclusions questions “Greenest City Action Plan” 2009 “Zero Waste Challenge” 2020 to reduce solid waste per capita by 40% Market Strategy Vancouver, BC -Mayor Gregor Robertson Human Health Green Economy Green Communities

introduction motivation system overview business perspective timeline budget marketing future work conclusions questions Competitors ManualRecycle TechEnviroBankGreen Bin

nct introduction motivation system overview business perspective future work conclusions questions Overall system fully enclosed weather proof housing expand acceptable recycling library customized PCB improve material quality Scanning Methods increase laser grid resolution improve pressure sensing system Power Requirements increase battery capacity increase solar panel size Wireless communication for maintenance Further development

introduction background system overview business perspective future work conclusions questions Final thoughts Managed to build a working prototype and display proof of concept. Meets essential requirements of functional specifications. We actually learned something – on a technical perspective and on a business perspective There is a potential for our product. There is a huge market for greener technologies. Responsibility as engineers and as a people to look after our environment.

introduction background system overview business perspective future work conclusions questions Any(more) questions?