The customized tea maker is an innovative device designed to enhance the tea brewing experience. By combining mechanical structures and electronic control, this system automates the tea-making process, allowing users to customize their tea preferences. Whether you're a tea enthusiast or simply looking for a fun project, this DIY tea maker is worth exploring.
- Customization: The microcontroller enables users to tailor their tea according to personal preferences. With a fully automated process, there's no need to wait in queues.
- Heating System: The tea maker heats water to the optimal temperature. When an order is selected, a temperature sensor ensures the water reaches the desired level.
- Flask System: Prevents heat loss during the brewing process.
- Automatic Cup Releasing: An IR sensor detects cup placement. If a cup is not properly positioned, the Bluetooth module signals the automated cup-releasing system to release the necessary cups.
- Tea Separation Mechanism:
- Step 1: Initial condition with closed separation blades.
- Step 2: Upper blade opens, allowing tea/coffee/sugar powder to fall into the space between blades.
- Step 3: Separates 1 teaspoon of powder.
- Step 4: Lower blade opens, depositing 1 teaspoon of powder into the cup.
- Repeat steps based on user beverage selection.
- Measuring System: Servo-controlled separation blades ensure precise measurements.
- Filter System: After hot water passes through the tea leaf filter, waste leaves are disposed of in a collection bin.
- Sensors:
- IR Sensor: Detects cup placement.
- Ultrasonic Sensor: Measures water level and ensures accurate tea pouring.
- Temperature Sensor: Regulates water heating.
- Weight Sensor: Calculates container weights and monitors tea wastage.
- Real-Time Clock (RTC) Module: Manages timing and process duration.
- GSM Module: Sends tea count and refill alerts to the counter.
- Bluetooth Module: Communicates cup placement status to the cup releaser.
- Create a clone of this repository.
- Assemble and configure the necessary hardware (servos, sensors, etc.).
- Programme the microcontroller with the Arduino code.
- Enjoy your customized tea!!
Feel free to adapt and improve this project. Happy tea-making! 🍵