🗑️ Smart Trash Bin (IoT-Based)

🗑️ Smart Trash Bin (IoT-Based)

An IoT-based smart trash bin that opens automatically using an ultrasonic sensor and servo motor controlled by a Raspberry Pi. Designed for touchless, hygienic waste disposal in homes, schools, hospitals, and public places.

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📸 Circuit Diagram

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🧠 Features

• 🤖 Automatic lid control using distance sensing
• 🔊 Ultrasonic sensor to detect hand proximity
• ⚙️ Servo motor to open/close the bin lid
• 🧾 Python script to handle sensor input and motor output
• 🌐 IoT concept – part of smart city and automation systems

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🛠️ Hardware Required

• Raspberry Pi (any model with GPIO)
• HC-SR04 Ultrasonic Sensor
• SG90 Servo Motor
• Jumper wires
• Breadboard
• Power source
• Dustbin with attachable lid

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💻 Software / Tools

• Python 3.x
• GPIO library for Raspberry Pi
• Tinkercad (for simulation/design)
• GitHub (version control & documentation)

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🚀 How to Run

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/yourusername/smart-trash-bin.git
   cd smart-trash-bin

2. Install dependencies:

   pip install -r requirements.txt

3. Run the Python script:

   python smart_trash_bin.py

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📂 File Structure

smart-trash-bin/
├── smart_trash_bin.py
├── requirements.txt
├── LICENSE
├── README.md
└── docs/
    ├── circuit diagram.png
    └── notes.md

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📜 License

This project is licensed under the MIT License.
Feel free to use, modify, and distribute it for educational purposes.

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🙋‍♂️ Author

Jalaluddin Khan
BSCS Student | Pakistan 🇵🇰
GitHub: @jalaluddin-firetps://github.com/jalaluddin-fire)