Design Summary (DRAFT 2)

According to the article “Seabin Using Plastic to Fight Plastics” (2019), The Seabin Project highlights the consequences of microplastics (2-5mm) in the ecosystem and discusses the benefits of the Seabins as a holistic solution to the pollutants in the sea. The article mentions that many sea-creatures ingest microplastics as it resembles their food source with its size and appearance. Microplastics also gather organic waste at an accelerated rate compared to other inorganic particles which have acute detrimental effects on the marine environment. The article explains that Seabins function by ingesting water within its vicinity and traps any detritus through its filtration system to counter pollution. The article also claims that by integrating sensors onto the Seabin, it is able to double up as a monitoring device, allowing more comprehensive studies on its effectiveness and potential improvements. Because of the accessibility, simplicity and dynamic functions of the Seabin, it is a favorable method of marine pollution countermeasures used by governments all around the world.