Smart Trash Can Auto-Open Kit - GPS Boundary Fence & Obstacle Avoidance
GPS Touchless Trash Can Auto-Open Kit with Arduino Mega - Boundary Following & Obstacle Avoidance
Every part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.
What if your trash can could autonomously navigate to a collection point, staying within a virtual fence, avoiding obstacles, and logging its every move? This advanced kit lets you build a touchless bin that uses GPS coordinates to define its permitted area, ultrasonic sensors to detect and dodge objects, and an SD card to record its path. You'll transform a simple bin into an intelligent robotic platform that demonstrates core principles of autonomous navigation and data logging.
What You'll Build
You'll build a fully functional waste bin that opens automatically when approached, but also moves autonomously within a GPS-defined boundary. Equipped with three HC-SR04 sensors for 360� obstacle detection, the bin avoids collisions while navigating to pre-set waypoints. The entire journey - location, sensor readings, and motor actions - is logged to an SD card for analysis, making this a complete embedded systems project.
What You'll Learn
- Implementing GPS waypoint navigation with the NEO-6M and Arduino Mega
- Fusing data from multiple ultrasonic sensors for reliable obstacle avoidance
- Controlling DC motors with L298N drivers for precise movement
- Logging real-time sensor and location data to a MicroSD card
Kit Contents
| Component | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Arduino Mega 2560 | 1 |
| NEO-6M GPS Module | 1 |
| HC-SR04 Ultrasonic Sensor | 3 |
| L298N Motor Driver | 2 |
| 12V DC Motor | 2 |
| MicroSD Card Module | 1 |
| LM2596 Buck Converter | 1 |
| 12V 5Ah SLA Battery | 1 |
| XT60 Connector Pair | 1 |
| 100nF Ceramic Capacitors | 10 |
| PCB Prototype Board | 3 |
| Soldering Iron (25W) | 1 |
| Solder Wire (50g) | 1 |
Why Buy This Kit Instead of Sourcing Parts Separately
| Factor | Sourcing Separately | Compoden Kit |
|---|---|---|
| Compatibility checks | You verify every part | Pre-tested as a system |
| Build support | Forums and scattered tutorials | AI companion trained on this exact project |
| Time to first working build | Days of debugging | Hours, with step-by-step guidance |
| Shipping coordination | Multiple sellers, multiple delays | One shipment from Bengaluru in 3-5 days |
Who This Kit Is For
Engineering students pursuing B.Tech in ECE, EEE, or Mechatronics will find this kit directly applicable to final-year projects and Smart India Hackathon challenges. It's also ideal for robotics club members at IITs, NITs, VIT, or BITS Pilani who need a sophisticated robotics platform for workshops or competitions. If you've tinkered with Arduino before and want a project that combines navigation, sensor fusion, and data logging, this kit is your next step.
Built and Backed by Compoden
Every Compoden kit ships with an AI build companion trained on this exact project - accessible via a QR code on the box, with WhatsApp and email backup. We've spent 10 years building projects for makers, schools, and institutions across India. If a part fails because of a manufacturing defect, replace it free within 7 days.
What if I get stuck during the build?
The AI build companion provides step-by-step guidance, and you can reach our support team via WhatsApp for quick troubleshooting.
How do I set up the GPS virtual fence?
The companion guides you through configuring waypoints using the NEO-6M and Arduino IDE; a sample fence is pre-loaded for testing.
Will the bin work outdoors?
Yes, the kit is designed for outdoor navigation with the GPS module and robust 12V SLA battery, but avoid rain or wet conditions.
Can I modify the code to add more sensors?
Absolutely. The kit includes proto boards and spare I/O on the Arduino Mega; the companion suggests expansion options.
Touchless Bin - GPS boundary following with obstacle avoidance. Stays within virtual fence. Logs path to SD.
What's in this kit
Choose your assembly option:
- Soldering Kit - 25W soldering iron, 60/40 solder wire, flux, and small perfboard for permanent assembly.
- Breadboard Combo - 800-point full-size breadboard with 65-piece jumper wire pack for solderless prototyping.
Shipping Information
- Prepaid Orders: ₹75 for orders up to ₹999, FREE shipping above ₹999
- COD Orders: ₹125 shipping + ₹50 COD fee = ₹175 total
- Delivery Timeline: Dispatch in 1-2 days, delivery in 2-7 days depending on location
Returns & Warranty
- 7-Day Return: Manufacturing defects only (approval required)
- Warranty: 7 days from delivery
- Non-Returnable: Batteries, consumables, cut wires, clearance items