Brewing Beer with Zephyr, Android and Thingsboard
Explore the innovative intersection of home brewing and IoT technology in this conference talk. Discover how Christian Hirsch developed "brewce," a custom electronic setup for home brewing beer using Zephyr RTOS, Android, and Thingsboard. Learn about the four key components: a modified induction cooker, temperature sensor, pump control, and smartphone app. Gain insights into the reverse engineering process, firmware development, and Bluetooth Low Energy integration that allows precise control of the mashing procedure. Understand the challenges faced and solutions implemented in creating this smart brewing system. Delve into the technical details of how traditional brewing techniques are enhanced through modern embedded systems and mobile technology.