Trash Capture Technologies
Trash Capture Technologies
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Trash Capture Technologies Presentation - Dr. Maha Haji and Dr. Sunny Jung, Cornell University
Trash Capture Technologies Presentation - Dr. Maha Haji and Dr. Sunny Jung, Cornell University
Microplastic_intro_outreach.pdfvideo1031332397.mp4Nets
Nets
Inventor Boyan Slat is on a mission to rid oceans of plastic. His team at The Ocean Cleanup designs and deploys systems that pull trash from the open ocean. Now, he’s stopping the pollution at its source: rivers where plastic is easier to catch, like those in Kingston Harbor, Jamaica.
Filter Feeding Robots
Filter Feeding Robots
Inspired by the whale shark, the WasteShark is a small autonomous surface vessel (ASV) that excels in efficiently handling aquatic waste. Featuring a sleek yet robust design reminiscent of a small catamaran with a centrally positioned basket between the hulls, the WasteShark integrates a diverse array of sensors and cutting-edge technologies. This thoughtful combination enables seamless navigation and meticulous cleaning of water bodies, guaranteeing a highly effective waste management solution.
Conveyor Belts
Conveyor Belts
Meet Mr. Trash Wheel, an innovative waste collection invention and well-loved member of the Baltimore community. Located in the heart of Baltimore Harbor, Mr. Trash Wheel is a marvel of engineering and environmental stewardship that tirelessly works to remove trash and debris from the waterway. Through solar and hydro-power, Mr. Trash Wheel is cleaning up the harbor one piece of trash at a time.
Bubble Barriers
Bubble Barriers
Bubble Barriers capture plastic in waterways with bubbles. We create a bubble curtain by pumping air through a perforated tube on the bottom of the waterway. The bubble curtain creates an upward current which directs the plastics to the surface. By placing the Bubble Barrier diagonally in the river, the natural flow will push the plastic waste to the side and into the catchment system.
In Drain Traps
In Drain Traps
The EnviroPod LittaTrap is a catch basin insert that sits inside the stormwater drain and catches plastic & litter caught up in the stormwater runoff before it can reach rivers, lakes and oceans.
The LittaTrap's 5mm mesh basket is designed to capture and retain 100% of plastic and other debris over 5mm.
waste-in-our-waters-community-toolkit-for-aquatic-litter-removal.pdfWaste in Our Waters: A Community Toolkit for Aquatic Litter Removal is a step-by-step guide for addressing litter in your community, both before and after it reaches your local waterway.
Created by River Network, this guide offers a variety of strategies, activities, and specific devices to help address aquatic litter in your community. Waste in Our Waters walks you through assessing your community’s aquatic litter issues, planning a cleanup effort, choosing a litter capture device, responsibly disposing of the waste you collect, and more.
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