Abstract
Manual cleaning of vertical glass surfaces on multi-storey buildings involves significant safety risks and high labour costs. Wall-climbing robots that adhere to smooth surfaces and carry cleaning tools offer a safer, more efficient alternative for routine maintenance.
This project develops a Design and Fabrication of Vertically Wall Climbing Glass Cleaning Robot. Vacuum-based adhesion keeps the robot attached to the glass while drive motors propel it across the surface. Cleaning brushes or microfibre pads remove dirt and water is optionally sprayed. Key subsystems include the vacuum generation and cup system, locomotion mechanism, cleaning module, lightweight frame and control electronics. The unit demonstrates practical application of adhesion technology, mobile robotics and mechatronic integration suitable for academic evaluation.
It is an excellent final-year project for Mechanical, Mechatronics, Robotics, Production and Manufacturing Engineering students, combining fabrication, vacuum systems and autonomous surface cleaning concepts.
