Project

• The rising popularity of mocktails and dirty sodas in Utah has created demand for more consistent and efficient preparation methods.
• Many of these beverages are currently mixed by hand, leading to variation in taste, portion size, and ingredient ratios.
• SipSynth is an automated drink dispenser designed to deliver consistent, flavorful mocktails and dirty sodas with minimal user effort.
• The system uses an embedded microcontroller, peristaltic pumps, and a user interface to select and dispense pre-programmed drink recipes.
• This project aims to explore embedded systems integration while offering a fun and culturally relevant solution for beverage automation.

System

Methods

• Uses a STM32- STM32 Nucleo-L476RG microcontroller programmed in C.
• Peristaltic pumps controlled via the controller for accurate dispensing.
• Simple LCD and button interface for drink selection.
• Predefined recipes mapped to pump timings for easy execution.

Conclusion

SipSynth proves that embedded systems can enhance everyday experiences—making beverage prep easier and more engaging.

What Was Learned

• Improved timing logic
• Fluid control
• Embedded UI
• Integrating hardware and software into a singular system

What’s next

• Enable drink customization
• Add more flavors/pumps
• Make cleaning modular and simple
• Add touchscreen or app interface
• Sensor feedback for levels and error checking