Nekili

Cleans up litter from spaces like sides of roads, leaving behind a healthy environment.

Litter, in countries like mine, can be found nearly everywhere, and this is the problem I am trying to solve. Everyone who lives in the country is inevitably affected by this, especially those who have to clean it or live in it. The cause of this problem is non-biodegradable wastes, the lack of care for the environment, and the absence of cleaners. The litter can lead to respiratory and gastric diseases. 

A spider-like robot that collects litter on the streets. Made of durable metal such as steel or aluminum, with high torqued motors to carry the weight of the litter, an extendible gripper to grab the trash, and a replaceable bag to collect the waste in. Small cameras that mimic spider eyes, and AI to distinguish garbage from the surroundings. 8 legs with wheels on the heels for motion, and joints to adjust its height

It serves the people living in littered countries, especially those living closer to the litter. It helps keep their environment tidy and hygienic.

Ananya Annush is a student in year 11, who has a flair for technology and wants to pursue computer science.

Tarun Menon is an 18-year-old, who helped with ideas for motion.

We are looking at making a prototype in the near future.

It is something that will inspire new ideas and I believe it will be used widely since litter is a global problem.