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RoboBrew: The Fully Autonomous Coffee Machine

Anthony Achkar1, Maroun Hannoun1, Rita Younes1, Jose Javier Serrano Olmedo2 and Roy Abi Zeid Daou1
  • 1 Department of Mechatronics Engineering, Faculty of Engineering-Polytech, Université La Sagesse, Furn El Chebbak, Lebanon
  • 2 Laboratory of Bio Instrumentation and Nano Medicine, Center for Biomedical Technology, Universidad Politecnica de Madrid, Madrid, Spain

Abstract

Robotics has emerged in several domains in the current century. However, in the restoration field, mainly in coffee shops, applications are still limited. Therefore, RoboBrew presents a groundbreaking fully automated system poised to transform the restaurant and coffee industries into a new era. At its core, RoboBrew features an advanced coffee maker system designed to deliver exceptional performance. This system precisely doses coffee beans to ensure consistency in every brew, while a cutting-edge robot arm manages cup handling with high precision. Customers interact with a user-friendly LCD interface to place their orders, and RoboBrew efficiently moves the cup through the preparation process, from placement to delivery. The system's objectives include precise dosing, temperature regulation, robotic coordination, and seamless system integration to achieve a quick, effective, and delicious coffee experience. Initially considering stainless steel for durability and hygiene, the choice of premium plastic and wood materials balances cost-effectiveness with performance. Testing reveals that RoboBrew performs admirably in all aspects except response time, with no significant errors observed and a cost of less than 500 US dollars, far below competing systems. This system enhances customer satisfaction, and operational efficiency, and provides valuable insights into robotics and automation. RoboBrew not only supports academic and professional goals but also innovates the coffee industry, delivering a superior coffee experience through advanced technology.

Journal of Mechatronics and Robotics
Volume 8 No. 1, 2024, 31-38

DOI: https://doi.org/10.3844/jmrsp.2024.31.38

Submitted On: 26 August 2024 Published On: 1 October 2024

How to Cite: Achkar, A., Hannoun, M., Younes, R., Olmedo, J. J. S. & Daou, R. A. Z. (2024). RoboBrew: The Fully Autonomous Coffee Machine. Journal of Mechatronics and Robotics, 8(1), 31-38. https://doi.org/10.3844/jmrsp.2024.31.38

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Keywords

  • Coffee Machine
  • User-Friendly Interface
  • Robotics System
  • Automation in Restauration Systems High-Precision