Design and Ergonomic Work Posture Evaluation of Garbage Disposal Pushcart

Garbage management is a continually growing problem both at global and regional frontiers. Solid waste arises from human, animal, and industrial activities. User-friendly products are essential for garbage collectors and residents to improve the utility. In this study, the main concerns are addressed to design an economically frugal garbage transportation cart which would be viable for commercialization. The new design is engineered keeping in mind present-day conditions and is built to cater to the needs of the pourakarmikas. The ease of operation of the proposed model will increase efficiency by reducing effort and hence the fatigue on the operator. The revolutionary changes that are proposed to be incorporated in the new model are as simple as replacing steel with aluminum where ever necessary, yet having a significant impact on the overall ergonomics. Other such pivotal changes are equipping the cart with an economic motor and a battery to provide assistance in maneuvering the cart on challenging terrain. Also, a braking system is proposed to be integrated into the cart to prevent undue movement of the cart. A turntable to make the bins instantly accessible is also added which reduces the time while loading and unloading of garbage.