Solar Powered Autonomous Floor Cleaning Robot
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.15662/IJEETR.2026.0802109Keywords:
Internet of Things (IoT), ESP32 microcontroller, NodeMCU, Smart Cleaning Robot, Automated Charging Dock, Motor Driver, IR Sensor, Relay Circuit, Vacuum Cleaning, IoT MonitoringAbstract
In this paper, an IoT-enabled autonomous cleaning robot is presented with a dual-module structure to ensure real-time efficiency in operation and autonomous energy supply. The primary module is based on an ESP32 microcontroller to ensure sensor fusion, wireless communication, and actuation control of the vacuum and wet cleaning functionalities through geared motor driver modules. Additionally, a solar powered and an intelligent automated docking station based on a NodeMCU where the robot is charge autonomously, microcontroller utilizes IR sensors to ensure autonomous supply to the system through relay-based chargers. The integration with IoT platforms allows remote monitoring of system performance and battery status through voltage sensors. Experimental results show that the autonomous cleaning system increases efficiency in operation with reduced human intervention. The system is cost-effective and can be applied in both domestic and industrial environments.
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