Posted by New Delhi: The Indian Railways has been taking several steps to improve cleanliness in trains, stations. However, the smell emanating from the toilets of trains remains a major concern for the authorities and for the general public. As per reports, the Railways is planning to use technology to get rid of the problem.
The Indian Railways is set to test IoT-based technology to smell foul odour through detectors. The report also stated that Mumbai-based startup Viliso Technologies has been finalised for the test project. The authorities will implement the technology in some coaches to test the feature.
The IoT-based technology uses smart systems to identify foul smells. The sensors are enabled to pick up volatile compounds and molecules in the air and thereafter the data is transmitted to a central hub. The hub then examines the information and triggers automated responses, such as alerting sanitation crews for cleaning when foul smells are detected. This type of monitoring enables the officials to take swift action and improve odour control.
Viliso Technologies is a startup that has few IoT-based products that help in better sanitation. It is an IoT based electronic device that monitors Odour, Total Volatile Organic Compound (TVOC), temperature and humidity.
Gandhvedh detects unpleasant odour emanating from toilets predominantly due to human urine and faeces. People usually avoid using toilets due to unpleasant odour emanating from it. Our product helps users to identify toilets that carry unpleasant smell.
Through its unique dashboard, chart views and mobile alerts, Gandhvedh provides information to Community based organisations, NGOs and Government about the condition of toilets they are maintaining.
It sends alerts through mobile notifications when the air quality is bad. It also enables the users to monitor real time data from any part of the world.