[Billfred]

Arefin - Thanks.

Jay - You're right--this is what I get for growing up in a state with no deposit. Ignore that part if you're in that kind of state.

Barry - I see two options. Either respectfully ask for them to throw other trash elsewhere, or create another bin on the robot for that sort of trash. (I know they make skinny wastebaskets, and it's not like this robot has to be 36x30x60.) As for the content of the cans, I figure that you'd likely want to wash the cans before taking them in. (Run them through a car wash before bagging? Someone with experience in this, feel free to give ideas.)

NoodleKnight - Very. The best way around it I could think of was to make the enclosure for the crusher and can holder detachable from the drivetrain (which you'd want protected from the outside world anyway). Disconnect the electronics powering the crusher (and any other nifty lights), and you should be able to hose it out.

Stud Man Dan - The kids are underage, and 1293 is one year old, making both underage. This won't be a problem.