Smart Dust Collection System for Textile Industries

The accumulation of dust and lint in textile manufacturing environments presents a dual threat: deteriorating worker health and reduced machinery efficiency. This paper presents the design and evaluation of a Smart Dust Collector Bot tailored for textile industries. Built using an ESP8266 Node MCU microcontroller, this mobile robot integrates a high-speed suction fan, IR proximity sensors for obstacle avoidance, and IoT-based remote control using the Blynk platform. Unlike static dust extraction systems, this bot autonomously navigates textile floors, collects airborne lint and fiber, and stores them in a waterfilled chamber. The system eliminates manual intervention, reduces operational costs, and enhances air quality. Testing in simulated factory conditions confirmed its efficacy in collecting dust and avoiding obstacles in real time. Future enhancements include integration with dust level sensors, automated path planning, and selfcharging mechanisms.