Automated smoothie vending
An automated vending concept combining ingredient handling, dispensing, cleaning cycles, and cashless payment integration.
The project
Coordinate the steps of beverage preparation in a compact self-service machine.
Product highlights
- ESP32-based mixing, blending, and dispensing control.
- Refrigerated storage, self-rinsing, and RO water filtration in the documented design.
- Stripe Terminal integration for a cashless payment workflow.
How we approached it
For a connected device like the Automated smoothie vending, we start with the control logic that must always work, then add connectivity on top. The design, built on ESP32, Stripe Terminal, keeps essential functions local, so the product still behaves safely if Wi-Fi or the app is unavailable.
Inputs, outputs and user feedback are mapped before firmware starts, and each interface is tested on real hardware rather than in simulation alone. Updates are planned with a rollback path, as described in our fail-safe OTA guide.
Technology at a glance
| Discipline | Commercial automation |
|---|---|
| Key technology | ESP32, Dispensing control, Stripe Terminal |
| Type of work | Connected device |
Questions about this project
What technology did SixSol use for Automated smoothie vending?
The project used ESP32, Stripe Terminal. ESP32-based mixing, blending, and dispensing control.
Can SixSol build a similar connected device?
Yes. Share your goal, any existing hardware or code, and the constraints you know. We start with a scoped first milestone and a working build. Learn more about our IoT development service.
Project context
Presented as the documented engineering scope, without food-safety certification or measured hygiene claims.
Inside the project.
Product, board, and interface visuals from the project portfolio.
