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Waste Image Classification Prototype

Classify waste images into categories such as paper, plastic, metal and organic for a recycling demo.

LevelCollege / Intermediate Duration5 Weeks Components₹1,000–₹3,000 CodingHigh
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Waste Image Classification Prototype

Project overview

Classify waste images into categories such as paper, plastic, metal and organic for a recycling demo.

Classify waste images into categories such as paper, plastic, metal and organic for a recycling demo.

Components / materials required

✓Laptop
✓Python
✓TensorFlow/PyTorch
✓Public waste image dataset

What the project demonstrates

✓Multi-class image classifier
✓Prediction confidence
✓Upload interface
✓Error analysis

Suggested build plan

01

Dataset preparation

Organise classes.

02

Training

Use transfer learning.

03

Evaluation

Compare class performance.

04

Demo

Upload image and show prediction.

Learning outcomes

✓Create multi-class classifiers
✓Use transfer learning
✓Analyse errors
✓Connect AI to sustainability
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