Circular economy recycling process simulation using oneM2M communication framework : a step towards digital twins | |
| Author | Sarker, Shreya |
| Call Number | AIT RSPR no.TC-24-02 |
| Subject(s) | Circular economy Machine-to-machine communications |
| Note | A research study submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements the degree of Master of Engineering in Telecommunications |
| Publisher | Asian Institute of Technology |
| Abstract | The Circular Economy (CE) promotes sustainable development through resource optimization, waste reduction, and recycling. However, efficient waste management in urban settings presents challenges related to scalability, data accuracy, and communication efficiency. This thesis presents a novel approach by integrating the oneM2M communication framework with the Pub/Sub protocol to enhance waste management systems. The research involves a comprehensive network simulation using OMNET++ with C++ to model a smart waste collection network comprising 32 smart bins, 4 trucks, and a central warehouse, all interconnected through a hierarchical gateway system. Each bin registers with a local gateway, which then communicates with a central gateway that manages subscription tables and semantic routing for efficient data transmission, including bin IDs, fill levels, and location coordinates. Due to the unavailability of real-world data, hypothetical daily waste disposal rates were used in the simulation. However, the framework is designed to be adaptable for future implementations with real datasets, enabling the development of a digital twin for CE applications. The results generated from the OMNET++ simulation demonstrate the potential of this integrated approach to deliver scalable, efficient, timely, and accurate waste management systems. This work not only highlights the potential of these technologies to improve sustainability but also lays the groundwork for future applications of digital twin technology in the management of circular economies. |
| Year | 2024 |
| Type | Research Study Project Report (RSPR) |
| School | School of Engineering and Technology |
| Department | Department of Information and Communications Technologies (DICT) |
| Academic Program/FoS | Telecommunications (TC) |
| Chairperson(s) | Teerapat Sanguankotchakorn |
| Examination Committee(s) | Poompat Saengudomlert;Attaphongse Taparugssanagorn |
| Scholarship Donor(s) | AIT Scholarship |
| Degree | Research Studies Project Report (M. Eng.) - Asian Institute of Technology, 2024 |