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The document outlines a project proposal for an Arduino-Based Sorting System designed to automate the separation of colored and white clothes using a color sensor. The system aims to save time and prevent laundry errors by accurately sorting clothes into designated bins, making it suitable for homes and small laundry operations. It highlights the project's significance in improving everyday tasks through technology while acknowledging limitations such as the need for individual clothing placement and challenges with patterned or poorly lit items.

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The document outlines a project proposal for an Arduino-Based Sorting System designed to automate the separation of colored and white clothes using a color sensor. The system aims to save time and prevent laundry errors by accurately sorting clothes into designated bins, making it suitable for homes and small laundry operations. It highlights the project's significance in improving everyday tasks through technology while acknowledging limitations such as the need for individual clothing placement and challenges with patterned or poorly lit items.

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LEMERY COLLEGES

A. Bonifacio St., Bagong Sikat, Lemery, Batangas 4209

SCHOOL OF COMPUTER STUDIES


SOCIETY OF EXEMPLARY LEADERS AND ENABLERS OF COMPUTING AND TECHNOLOGY

PROJECT TITLE PROPOSAL FORM

A. Proposed Arduino Project


“Arduino-Based Sorting System for Separating Colored and White Clothes Using Color Sensor”

B. Group No. & Members


8

Jocelyn B. Tabucon

Ella Maxinne Caibigan

Ghecel M. Cornejo

C. Project Description
Sorting clothes before washing is a time-consuming task, especially when separating white and colored clothes.
Mistakes can cause white clothes to get stained if washed with darker-colored items. This project, called the Arduino-
Based Sorting System for Separating Colored and White Clothes, is designed to make sorting faster and more
accurate.

The system starts by placing the clothes individually on the sensor for scanning, a TCS3200 color sensor scans each
piece of clothing to detect its color. This sensor acts as the system's eyes, determining whether the fabric is white or
colored. The color information is then sent to an Arduino microcontroller, which serves as the brain of the system. The
Arduino processes the data and decides where the clothing should go. the Arduino controls a servo motor responsible for
moving a sorting mechanism inside the box. If the clothing is white, the servo motor shifts to guide it into the "white" bin.
If the clothing is colored, the motor moves to direct it into the "colored" bin.

This automated system ensures that each piece of clothing is sorted accurately and preventing the common laundry
mishap of mixing whites with colors. It is a hassle-free solution for organizing laundry, preventing whites from
accidentally getting mixed with colors.

This project aims to save time, prevent common laundry errors, and make the sorting process easier for users. It is
ideal for homes, laundromats, or any small-scale laundry operations. The system is designed to be simple, dependable, and
user-friendly, and it is requiring only minimal effort from the user.

“Prime mover for advancement of Real-Life Information and Communication


Technology Education in Southern Luzon.”
LEMERY COLLEGES
A. Bonifacio St., Bagong Sikat, Lemery, Batangas 4209

SCHOOL OF COMPUTER STUDIES


SOCIETY OF EXEMPLARY LEADERS AND ENABLERS OF COMPUTING AND TECHNOLOGY

D. Parts Required & Description


Arduino: Acts as the brain of the system, controlling all the components.

Color Sensor (e.g., TCS3200): Detects the color of the fabric.

Servo Motor/Stepper Motor: Moves the sorting mechanism to direct the clothes into the appropriate bin.

Conveyor Belt (Optional): Moves the clothes under the sensor for detection.

Power Supply: Provides energy to the entire system.

Bins: Separate compartments for white and colored clothes.

Push Button or Start Switch: Allows the user to start the sorting process.

E. Significance of the Study

This sorting system is important because it solves a simple but common problem in households. By automating the
separation of white and colored clothes, it helps save time and prevents mistakes like mixing colors with whites. This
can protect clothing from damage, like staining, and makes laundry preparation much easier.

The project shows how technology can be used in everyday life to make chores less tiring. It helps users avoid the
stress of sorting by providing an accurate and easy-to-use solution. This system can be useful in homes where laundry is
done regularly, as well as in laundromats and small businesses that deal with laundry services. It is also an eco-friendly
option because proper sorting ensures clothes are washed more efficiently, reducing waste and energy.

Beyond the convenience, this project encourages the use of simple automation to improve basic tasks. It can be
expanded or adapted to include other sorting features in the future, like separating clothes by material type or size.

F. Scope and Limitation of the Study

The scope of this project includes creating a working system that automatically sorts clothes into two categories:
white and colored. It is designed for household use but can also work in laundromats or small laundry businesses. The
system uses a color sensor to identify the color of clothes, and an Arduino to control the sorting mechanism. Clothes
are placed individually on the sensor for scanning, and the sorting mechanism directs them into separate bins based on
the results.

However, the system has some limitations. It works best when clothes are placed one at a time and may not

“Prime mover for advancement of Real-Life Information and Communication


Technology Education in Southern Luzon.”
LEMERY COLLEGES
A. Bonifacio St., Bagong Sikat, Lemery, Batangas 4209

SCHOOL OF COMPUTER STUDIES


manage folded or overlapping items accurately. The color sensor might struggle in poor lighting or with clothes that
SOCIETY OF EXEMPLARY LEADERS AND ENABLERS OF COMPUTING AND TECHNOLOGY
have patterns, mixed colors, or very light shades. It cannot separate clothes based on material type (e.g., cotton vs.
synthetic) or detect specific features like delicate items or small pieces. Additionally, the system is intended for small
to medium laundry loads and may need modifications to manage large-scale or industrial operations. Despite these
limitations, this project offers a practical solution for automating the sorting process in homes and small businesses. It
simplifies laundry preparation and helps users avoid mistakes that could damage their clothes.

G. References

“Prime mover for advancement of Real-Life Information and Communication


Technology Education in Southern Luzon.”

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