Sweeping the floor is a tedious job, requiring three steps: 1. sweeping up debris with a broom, 2. transferring the collected debris to a dustpan, and 3. placing the debris in a trash can. At each step, the trash is scattered a little bit at a time.

Bruno" is a dustbin that makes sweeping a little less tedious. It has a function that automatically picks up trash, eliminating the dusting step (2) from the sweeping procedure.

Bruno" trash cans that reduce the need for sweeping
Bruno" trash cans that reduce the need for sweeping

In addition to the trash suction port, the bottom of the "Bruno" is equipped with a motion sensor and a brightness sensor. These sensors detect the broom and automatically vacuum the dust. The suctioned trash is placed in a trash bag inside the trash can and can be easily disposed of during normal trash disposal.

The bottom of the "Bruno" is equipped with a sensor that detects the broom and automatically suctions the debris.
The bottom of the "Bruno" is equipped with a sensor that detects the broom and automatically suctions the debris.

Garbage can be placed in an internal garbage bag.
Garbage can be placed in an internal garbage bag.

A motion sensor is also attached to the top of the trash can, allowing the lid to open automatically when a hand is placed near it.

Motion sensor automatically opens the lid
Motion sensor automatically opens the lid

Bruno" also comes with a push notification function for trash disposal via smartphone. If the garbage collection day and garbage duty are entered in advance, a message is sent to the person on duty instructing him or her to throw out the garbage.

Garbage disposal push notification function
Garbage disposal push notification function

These functions are powered by the built-in battery. The battery lasts about one month under normal use.

Connect position for charging
Connect position for charging

Poubelle, the developer of "Bruno," is currently raising funds on Kickstarter for the commercialization of the product. At the time of writing, $159 is available for one "Bruno". The price will increase in the second half of the campaign, with the commercial price at $248 at the end of the campaign. Shipping is expected to be around October 2015.