Abinraj k,
1Adithya Bose,
Vaishnavi Anil,
Akhil S,
Amal Ashok,
Viji Chandran,
- UG Scholars, College of Engineering , Perumon, India
- UG Scholars, College of Engineering , Perumon, India
- UG Scholars, College of Engineering , Perumon, India
- UG Scholars, College of Engineering , Perumon, India
- UG Scholars, College of Engineering , Perumon, India
- Assistant Professor, College of Engineering , Perumon, India
Abstract
The paper introduces novel approach for surface and underwater waste collection, impact of water pollution can be devastating, affecting aquatic ecosystems, human health, and economies. Pollutants can harm aquatic plants and animals, disrupt ecosystems, and degrade water quality, making it unsafe for drinking, swimming, and other activities. Waterborne illnesses can also spread because of contaminated water, impacting groups of people who depend on tainted water supplies for hygiene and drinking. However, despite these efforts, water pollution remains a significant global challenge, requiring continued collaboration and innovation to safeguard water resources for future generations. Water pollution caused by plastic debris has become a pressing environmental issue globally There is no efficient method to resolve this issue. So, we introduce this concept of surface and underwater cleaning mechanism to reduce this scenario. The strategy combines two distinct yet synergistic technologies: bubble barriers for underwater waste collection and conveyor belts for efficient surface-level waste management. The aim is to create a sustainable, scalable solution that tackles both surface and underwater waste in water bodies, contributing to cleaner and healthier aquatic ecosystems. The underwater waste collection component utilizes a bubble barrier system strategically positioned in water bodies. The system generates a curtain of bubbles using compressed air, creating a barrier that directs underwater waste towards the water surface. Simultaneously, the surface-level waste collection employs conveyor belts positioned on the water’s surface. These belts capture floating trash, litter, and other pollutants as they travel continuously over the water thanks to motors. The collected waste is then transferred to designated disposal sites, mitigating the risk of recontamination and streamlining the waste removal process
Keywords: Bubble barriers technology, Conveyer belt
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Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics
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| Received | May 21, 2024 |
| Accepted | July 5, 2024 |
| Published | August 14, 2024 |