E-Waste Detection and Collection assistance system using YOLOv5

E-waste, or electronic waste, encompasses electrical and electronic equipment that’s outdated, unwanted, or broken. When electronics are mishandled during disposal, these chemicals end up in soil, water, and air. A majority of the E-waste producers in India are either unable to or unaware about how to dispose of the generated waste and this creates a threat of them being disposed of in an incorrect manner which has severe environmental consequences. The detection of E-waste is the fundamental step for safely disposing and recycling this waste to minimize its impact on the environment. This study proposes a system that uses YOLOv5, to identify and classify E-waste and a portal to connect the waste producers and collectors, making the collection process more accessible. The ultimate goal is to apply technology for effectively disposing waste and minimizing the harmful impacts of incorrect or no disposal.