Telangana govt school teacher develops ‘Bluetooth-controlled floor cleaning robot’

The robot uses a Bluetooth controller, ultrasonic sensors for obstacle avoidance, and solar panels for renewable energy integration

Mahabubabad: Exploring physics through robotics and renewable energy, a government school teacher developed an innovative robotic floor cleaner to demonstrate fundamental concepts of physics to his students.

A physical science teacher at the Zilla Parishad Secondary School, Penugonda mandal in the district, Dr V Gurunadha Rao developed the ‘Bluetooth-controlled floor cleaning robot’ with obstacle avoidance and renewable energy integration.

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He explained that the robot uses a Bluetooth controller, ultrasonic sensors for obstacle avoidance, and solar panels for renewable energy integration, offering a real-world example of how robotics and energy efficiency could intersect.
His exhibit has been selected for the State-Level Science Exhibition, which will be held at Shri Vile Parle Kelavani Mandal’s (SVKM) Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS) Jadcherla campus from January 7 to 9. The project is seen as a powerful tool for teaching fundamental physics concepts such as Newton’s second law of motion, kinetic energy, force, friction, and solar energy.

Speaking to Telangana Today Dr Gurunadha Rao explained that his project aims to bring innovative solutions into the classroom, making complex scientific concepts accessible and engaging for students.

This exhibit is intended to demonstrate how robotics could serve as an educational tool not only to teach physics concepts but also to inspire a deeper understanding of how renewable energy could be integrated into real-world applications.

“Physics is not just a subject in textbooks; it is the foundation of the technology that drives the modern world. By using this robot as a tool, students can be taught how the principles they learn in class are directly related to the technologies shaping humankind’s future,” he stated.
The exhibit highlights the growing importance of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education besides offering insights into renewable energy solutions and their practical applications.

DEO Dr A Ravinder Reddy and school headmaster K Yadagiri appreciated the project made by Dr Gurunadha Rao. The robot project has the chance to be selected for the Southern India Science Fair to be held in Puducherry from January 21 to 25.

The State-Level Science Exhibition is being organised jointly by Rashtriya Bal Vaigyanik Pradarshini (NCERT) and the State-Level Exhibition and Project Competition (SLEPC) under the Inspire Awards.