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The mission of this project is to address the multi-faceted problem of autonomous surface mopping and vacuuming
The mission of this project is to address the multi-faceted problem of autonomous surface mopping and vacuuming
A brief history
A brief history
AutonoMop was developed by our team as a response to the COVID-19 pandemic. In order to relieve some of the pressure on the maintenance staff on the UT Martin campus, AutonoMop was designed to vacuum and mop the floors of one hallway in the Engineering and Physical Sciences building.
The proposed cleaning surface in the Engineering and Physical Sciences building is shown in orange.
Where we are today
Where we are today
The first prototype of AutonoMop was constructed during the spring semester of 2021. It is fully functioning, and after the switches are activated, it autonomously vacuums and mops the cleaning surface. It navigates in a zig-zag pattern using ultrasonic sensors and an Arduino Mega that controls the mecanum wheels and brushes. Custom designed shafts help the brushes remove dirt and debris from the floor while squeegees direct water to a vacuum that collects dirty water for filtration and reuse. The process module boasts a custom made reservoir with a 3-gallon capacity for water and 42 inches of vacuum power to remove both dry debris and dirty water with the same vacuum.
A front view of AutonoMop that shows the ultrasonic sensors and the beater brush at the front.
A semi-top view of AutonoMop showing the process module and some of the three-compartment reservoir.
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