Italian robotic start-up Carbonium was exhibiting at Maker Faire Rome 2023, showcasing their beach cleaning robot Sandy.
Sandy is an autonomous, low-cost, and environmentally friendly rover that can remove even the most deeply ingrained trash from the sand. The project’s goal is to use robotics for environmental good and is looking for a quick, low-cost way to clean the coast while protecting the local ecosystem and collecting environmental data.Â
The rover travels on the beach by itself, dodging obstacles while collecting rubbish it comes across and disposing of it. Artificial intelligence algorithms sift the sand and separate the garbage from the pebbles and shells, ensuring the surrounding landscape is not disturbed.