Smart compactor controller

A smart controller for remote diagnostics, monitoring, troubleshooting, and control of a waste compactor comprising:

• a computer device including a display interface and a microprocessor loaded with 1 to 4 firmware programs configured to interface with and control multiple, preexisting, original equipment manufacturer (OEM) waste compactor types;
• a sensor array including a load sensor configured to measure material fullness, a vibration sensor configured to detect motor irregularities, a temperature sensor configured to monitor for overheating, and a pressure sensor configured for hydraulic system diagnostics;
• a communications module configured for two-way wireless connectivity using at least one of a long-range wide area network (LoRaWAN) or Bluetooth technology, wherein the microprocessor, executing the 1 to 4 firmware programs, is configured to:
• monitor fullness of the waste compactor in real-time by analyzing data from the sensor array to determine when a fullness threshold is reached and transmit an alert via the communications module to a remote device;
• perform diagnostics monitoring by analyzing real-time and historical data from the sensor array to detect operational anomalies including excessive temperature, motor strain, and hydraulic oil leaks and to generate predictive maintenance alerts;
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• execute remote troubleshooting via the two-way wireless connectivity to resolve operational issues including controlling an on/off power switch and adjusting pressure settings of a hydraulic system.