Fixing the Trash Compactor
Fixing the Trash Compactor
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This Solar-Powered trash compactor has a few fatal flaws in its design making it more of a hindrance than useful. It claims to have a "Wifi connection" which allows it to remotely request emptying when it is full. However, clearly it is unable to do so, likely because it has run out of power since the top of the compactor is itself being used as storage, blocking the solar panel. Additionally, this makes it unsanitary, along with the fact that the compactor door must be hand operated.
My Solution:
My Solution:
To the left is a drawing of a potential solution to improve the usability and functionality of this Solar-Powered trash compactor.
The top of the compactor has been angled at 30 degrees to make sure and debris that ends up on top falls to the side and doesn't block the solar panel.
Next, there is a red LED indicator which indicates that the compactor is full and needs emptying. This both alerts users to not attempt to put any trash into the compactor, and also alerts facilities management to empty the compactor.
This system is also tied to a locking mechanism on the door of the compactor. This will lock the door when it detects that the compactor needs emptying.
Finally, a foot operated lever is added to the bottom of the compactor so that users do not have to use their hands to open the door. This is both more convenient and more hygienic.
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