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Unload Junk: A Mobile Application for Recyclable Waste Scheduled Pickup

by V. Padmapriya, Ranganath B.S., S. Uma
International Journal of Computer Applications
Foundation of Computer Science (FCS), NY, USA
Volume 186 - Number 22
Year of Publication: 2024
Authors: V. Padmapriya, Ranganath B.S., S. Uma
10.5120/ijca2024923658

V. Padmapriya, Ranganath B.S., S. Uma . Unload Junk: A Mobile Application for Recyclable Waste Scheduled Pickup. International Journal of Computer Applications. 186, 22 ( May 2024), 25-30. DOI=10.5120/ijca2024923658

@article{ 10.5120/ijca2024923658,
author = { V. Padmapriya, Ranganath B.S., S. Uma },
title = { Unload Junk: A Mobile Application for Recyclable Waste Scheduled Pickup },
journal = { International Journal of Computer Applications },
issue_date = { May 2024 },
volume = { 186 },
number = { 22 },
month = { May },
year = { 2024 },
issn = { 0975-8887 },
pages = { 25-30 },
numpages = {9},
url = { https://ijcaonline.org/archives/volume186/number22/unload-junk-a-mobile-application-for-recyclable-waste-scheduled-pickup/ },
doi = { 10.5120/ijca2024923658 },
publisher = {Foundation of Computer Science (FCS), NY, USA},
address = {New York, USA}
}
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%A V. Padmapriya
%A Ranganath B.S.
%A S. Uma
%T Unload Junk: A Mobile Application for Recyclable Waste Scheduled Pickup
%J International Journal of Computer Applications
%@ 0975-8887
%V 186
%N 22
%P 25-30
%D 2024
%I Foundation of Computer Science (FCS), NY, USA
Abstract

Globally, large populations are migrating and settling in urban areas. Urban settling is a notable phenomenon in this decade. Rapid urbanization has brought in several challenges. One significant challenge identified in urban areas is the management of Solid Waste. Solid Waste Management (SWM) involves waste collection, segregation, recycling, and disposal. The municipal and government authorities are putting their best efforts into educating people about segregation and disposing of waste. In addition to the wet, dry, and biomedical waste, it is found that domestic, and commercial outlets and industries in urban areas are generating recyclable waste. These recyclable wastes are termed Scrap Waste. The scrap waste includes metal parts like motors, chains, brass items, and iron, and building construction wastes like bricks and vehicle and office space disposed batteries, etc. that are recyclable and reusable. Scrap waste management needs a specialized way of segregation and disposal to the right people/industry that can recycle and help reuse this waste. Poorly managed scrap poses safety risks and environmental hazards, amplifying the significance of effective scrap management. Sustainable practices and cutting-edge technologies, such as mobile apps and real-time data, contribute to a cleaner environment, economic prospects, and sustainable development. This paper presents a mobile application Unload Junk that is designed to manage the scheduled pick of scrap waste from waste generators. This connects the waste generators to recyclers. This mobile application aims to automate scrap pickup scheduling and coordination in Bangalore. Further, this application helps in scrap management, arising from collection methods, communication barriers, and marketplace constraints.

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Index Terms

Computer Science
Information Sciences

Keywords

Mobile Application Recycling Scheduled pickup Scrap Waste Solid Waste Management Sustainability.