SweepUp Stairs

Jood Hamdallah; Saleh Sawalha

SweepUp Stairs

dc.contributor.author	Jood Hamdallah
dc.contributor.author	Saleh Sawalha
dc.date.accessioned	2025-07-14T08:47:59Z
dc.date.available	2025-07-14T08:47:59Z
dc.date.issued	2025
dc.description.abstract	This project aims to create an autonomous stair-cleaning robot capable of detecting, climbing, and cleaning stairs efficiently. Cleaning stairs manually takes a lot of time and effort, especially in buildings with many floors. Most robotic vacuum cleaners are only made for flat surfaces and cannot clean stairs. This project solves that problem by creating a robot that can move up stairs while cleaning them efficiently. The robot uses an OAK-D camera to detect stairs accurately and guide movement. It is controlled by Arduino and Raspberry Pi, which manage the motors, sensors, and cleaning functions. Smart navigation and detection sensors help the robot move smoothly and maintain balance. The cleaning system includes rotating brushes and dust collectors to remove dust and dirt from each step automatically, reducing the need for manual work. Tests showed that the robot can detect stairs, climb them, and clean effectively. However, some chal- lenges were found, such as high power consumption and heavy weight. Even with these issues, the robot achieved its main goal and proved that stair cleaning can be automated. Future improvements could include making the robot go down stairs, improving battery life, and adapting it for outdoor stairs. This project shows how robotics can make cleaning easier, save time, and provide a practical solution for both homes and businesses.
dc.identifier.uri	https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11888/20225
dc.supervisor	Dr. Manar Qamhieh
dc.title	SweepUp Stairs