S. Rathish

KPR Institute of Engineering and Technology

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S. Rathish is a researcher at the forefront of sustainable automation, specializing in the integration of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies with environmental engineering. Their most notable contribution is the development of an "Automatic Garbage Collector using Sensors and Internet of Things," a pioneering system that reimagines waste management through autonomous robotics. This work seamlessly combines a line-follower robot, ESP32 microcontroller, ultrasonic sensors, and a servo-driven electromagnetic mechanism to detect, collect, and transport trash without human intervention. By eliminating manual labor in waste collection, Rathish’s design addresses critical challenges in urban sanitation and smart city infrastructure. Though early in its citation impact, the project has garnered attention for its practical, low-cost approach to automating a pressing environmental issue. Rathish’s research bridges the gap between embedded systems and ecological sustainability, offering a scalable blueprint for cleaner, more efficient communities. Their work exemplifies how IoT and robotics can transform everyday utilities, marking them as an innovator in applied engineering for the public good.