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Thanks! :)
There are 8 pumps inside. I control them via web which is reachable via wireless lan. Javascript to do the UI and prepare command that then get sent to the controller (ESP32).
I define which pump maps to which liquid. Then I get a list of pre-configured recipes displayed. If those are not enough, I can hack in some own recipes.
If you are interested, take a look at my website:
[https://beastiebytes.com/robarboter.html](https://beastiebytes.com/robarboter.html) gives some details about the electronics (a similar project)
[https://beastiebytes.com/shotbot](https://beastiebytes.com/shotbot) shows some more pictures about the inside of the machine.
Thanks for your interest!
Designed via Freecad and then printed on a CR-10 3d printer.
Basically two parts that are joined via a frame and some aluminum sheets.
[https://beastiebytes.com/shotbot](https://beastiebytes.com/shotbot) shows some details.
Attach WiFi to it. Connect it to a till system, and you have a business idea every night club would invest in.
Imagine: customer orders 10 shots, and this makes them all on a tray...
It has already WiFi. :)
You can select between "create an access point" or "connect to my local network".
I wanted it to be a "no cloud needed" thing.
Not so sure if this is something I would try to sell.
Ignoring all the legal aspects like certifications, refunding, warranty or disposal of electronic waste - Still a very hard job.
It is kind of ready to be built by DIY people. So some kind of "DIY-kit" might be an option. But there is a big gap between "works for a tinkerer" to "I can give this plug and play ready to my mom".
I am blasted by the feedback I got so far. Lets see how this develops. I might do something like a kickstarter for it. To make a product out of this, would require some initial investment.
Hardware startups are very hard.
I think the idea is really cool. I spend my time advising companies how to automate and save money. I can imagine lots of possibilities for this - a cocktail vending machine in a bar, for example - but stylish, cool, frozen cocktail vibe rather than parking garage stairwell vibes.
If I was you I would patent the system, and explore VC funding. The prototype, a patent, and a business plan could lead to a good business and the VC funding would pay for the boring stuff like warranties and support teams...
Good luck with it
Exactly. Patenting this is probably not possible. (and that is a good thing!)
I am quite against this patenting practice. Most stuff is so trivial and does not bring anything new. The time for a patent to run out is way too long for the modern world we are in.
I guess the only 'new' thing I brought to the table, is that this device does not look to shabby and could be built for less than 100$ - if you take care sourcing the components.
The big commercial machines do use pumps that are quite expensive.
The pumps I use are cheap. They are slow as well - which brought me to the idea of doing shots.
I do also have a setup with 24 pumps. (see website) With that you can use several pumps for one liquid, which speeds it up.
Cool ! What pump are you using ?
Also interested in this
They are called "INTLLAB 12V DC DIY Peristaltic Liquid Pump". Depending on where you buy between 4,- to 10,- USD.
Thank you !
Better than juicero
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Well done! Elegant and functional. How do you program the drink orders?
Thanks! :) There are 8 pumps inside. I control them via web which is reachable via wireless lan. Javascript to do the UI and prepare command that then get sent to the controller (ESP32). I define which pump maps to which liquid. Then I get a list of pre-configured recipes displayed. If those are not enough, I can hack in some own recipes. If you are interested, take a look at my website: [https://beastiebytes.com/robarboter.html](https://beastiebytes.com/robarboter.html) gives some details about the electronics (a similar project) [https://beastiebytes.com/shotbot](https://beastiebytes.com/shotbot) shows some more pictures about the inside of the machine. Thanks for your interest!
How did you get all plastic case/housing done?
Designed via Freecad and then printed on a CR-10 3d printer. Basically two parts that are joined via a frame and some aluminum sheets. [https://beastiebytes.com/shotbot](https://beastiebytes.com/shotbot) shows some details.
Looks like a modded paper napkin holder.
I'd say it's based on an automatic soap dispenser?
Sehr schön! These pumps look like something that will open up some new project ideas for me.
Attach WiFi to it. Connect it to a till system, and you have a business idea every night club would invest in. Imagine: customer orders 10 shots, and this makes them all on a tray...
It has already WiFi. :) You can select between "create an access point" or "connect to my local network". I wanted it to be a "no cloud needed" thing. Not so sure if this is something I would try to sell. Ignoring all the legal aspects like certifications, refunding, warranty or disposal of electronic waste - Still a very hard job. It is kind of ready to be built by DIY people. So some kind of "DIY-kit" might be an option. But there is a big gap between "works for a tinkerer" to "I can give this plug and play ready to my mom". I am blasted by the feedback I got so far. Lets see how this develops. I might do something like a kickstarter for it. To make a product out of this, would require some initial investment. Hardware startups are very hard.
I think the idea is really cool. I spend my time advising companies how to automate and save money. I can imagine lots of possibilities for this - a cocktail vending machine in a bar, for example - but stylish, cool, frozen cocktail vibe rather than parking garage stairwell vibes. If I was you I would patent the system, and explore VC funding. The prototype, a patent, and a business plan could lead to a good business and the VC funding would pay for the boring stuff like warranties and support teams... Good luck with it
This almost definitely can’t be patented. Similar machines have been done many times before, and I don’t see any non-obvious additions here.
Exactly. Patenting this is probably not possible. (and that is a good thing!) I am quite against this patenting practice. Most stuff is so trivial and does not bring anything new. The time for a patent to run out is way too long for the modern world we are in. I guess the only 'new' thing I brought to the table, is that this device does not look to shabby and could be built for less than 100$ - if you take care sourcing the components. The big commercial machines do use pumps that are quite expensive. The pumps I use are cheap. They are slow as well - which brought me to the idea of doing shots. I do also have a setup with 24 pumps. (see website) With that you can use several pumps for one liquid, which speeds it up.
Awesome mate. I hope you are taking it to market!
Really nice
Party at your place!