Design and Development of a Mobile Application for the Efficient Management and Identification of Solid Waste in North Lima
Design and Development of a Mobile Application for the Efficient Management and Identification of Solid Waste in North Lima |
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| © 2025 by IJETT Journal | ||
| Volume-73 Issue-1 |
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| Year of Publication : 2025 | ||
| Author : Beatriz Ambrosio-Santiago, Paico- Campos, Meyluz Monica |
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| DOI : 10.14445/22315381/IJETT-V73I1P104 | ||
How to Cite?
Beatriz Ambrosio-Santiago, Paico- Campos, Meyluz Monica, "Design and Development of a Mobile Application for the Efficient Management and Identification of Solid Waste in North Lima," International Journal of Engineering Trends and Technology, vol. 73, no. 1, pp. 54-67, 2025. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.14445/22315381/IJETT-V73I1P104
Abstract
This paper presents the design and development of a mobile application for solid waste management in Lima Norte, Peru. The region faces significant waste accumulation, sanitation, and public health challenges due to rapid urbanization and inadequate waste disposal practices. The studio combines design thinking and Lean Startup methodologies to understand user needs, prototype solutions iteratively, and validate them effectively. The app allows users to report waste, identify recyclable materials through image recognition, and make general recommendations on waste management. The survey results of 50 potential users indicate a positive response towards the app, with high usability and usability scores. The image sorting model, trained with Teachable Machine and implemented with TensorFlow Lite, accurately identifies waste types from user-submitted photos. The discussions highlight the app's potential impact on waste management in North Lima, along with recommendations for future improvements and collaborations with local authorities. The study underscores the importance of leveraging mobile technology to address environmental challenges and promote community engagement in waste management efforts.
Keywords
Solid waste, Technological innovation, Design thinking, Lean startup, Mobile app.
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