Design of Autonomous Line-Following Robot for Sterilization Process

Abstract

Manual sterilization processes can be time-consuming and labour intensive. Sterilizing equipment and surfaces manually can take a lot of time and effort, especially if the warehouse is large and there are many items to sterilize. Manual sterilization processes can be dangerous if proper safety measures are not taken. For example, workers may be exposed to harsh chemicals can cause burning of the eyes, nose, throat and respiratory tract and can result in blindness and lung damage due to the presence of hypochlorite and quaternary ammonia compounds in the chemicals used for sterilization process. This project presents a novel approach for the sterilization of surfaces using a line follower robot with Bluetooth control, employing a mopping method. The robot is designed to navigate a pre-determined path using a IR sensor and sterilize the surface by mopping it with a disinfectant solution. The robot is equipped with a Bluetooth module that allows it to be controlled remotely using a mobile application. Overall, line follower robots offer a safe, efficient, and consistent solution for the sterilization process, making them an ideal choice for various industries, including healthcare, food processing, and warehousing.