DIY Smart Outlet Plug

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The smart 220V outlet plug represents a leap forward in home automation technology, seamlessly bridging the gap between traditional electrical appliances and the digital age. With the ability to connect to a dedicated mobile app, this intelligent outlet plug empowers users with unprecedented control and convenience. Whether you're at home or on the go, the app allows you to remotely monitor and manage your connected devices, turning them on or off with just a tap on your smartphone screen. Gone are the days of worrying about whether you left an appliance on or need to physically unplug devices. Additionally, the outlet plug can be programmed to schedule operations, helping you save energy and reduce electricity bills. The smart 220V outlet plug not only enhances your home's efficiency but also brings a new level of convenience and peace of mind to your daily life.

In this project and tutorial, I'm using a Smart Power Outlet Plug Enclosure, the LK-EU01 sold by LK Shiny Enclosure, here. The smart hardware electronics I designed in KiCad, prototyped and tested myself, are available on this GitHub repository. If you like to know more about this DIY enclosure, here's the direct email contact.

PCB Layout

This hardware electronics I ordered fabrication from Seed Studio Fusion , who are supporting this project by providing their hardware fabrication services cost-free,

Circuit Schematic

Hardware Specifications

• ExpressIF single core XTensa LX7 microcontroller, the ESP32 C3, with 4Mb of storage
• Power consumption meter
• Power Scheduler to take advantage of the lower price of electricity during late night time
• 2.4GHz Wireless Radio (WWIFI, BLutooth and all others)
• Fully compatible and a direct fit and installation with the WR5P module from Tuya

Visit this project repository on my Github. Link below:
https://github.com/aeonSolutions/AeonLabs-HomeAutomation-110-220V-AC-Smart-Power-Outlet-Socket-LK-EU01

✓ 🟡The next iteration of this project will include USB-C to Serial UART connectivity for simple, easy, and for dummies programming of the firmware and also extreme low power consumption when in sleep mode. only ~320nA !

If you want to know more about this smart device, for instance, to know how to install one, send me a message on GitHub, or the Discord server. Links above and below.

Buy the Smart Outlet Plug
The Smart Outlet Plug for Power Scheduling and Power Consumption Monitoring can be found on one of the many repositories I maintain on GitHub, named "Home Automation", and it can be bought on Tindie.com. Click here to buy one.

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About the sponsor
Seeed Studio Fusion partially sponsored this project with their PCBA Service, Offering comprehensive PCB manufacturing, prototype PCB assembly, and more. Their services cover everything from PCB fabrication, parts sourcing, and assembly, to testing. Seeed Co-create Program can assist you in bringing your product to market with expert guidance and business networking.

About the author
Miguel, an experienced professional in scientific research and smart technology solutions, adeptly combines hardware and software expertise. He has a 5-year bachelor's in civil engineering. A 2-year master in smart carbon fiber composites. A second master in machine learning and artificial intelligence. More than 30 years of experience in computer science and programming. More than 5 years in hardware electronics design (see noteworthy accomplishments here). This project is part of Miguel's effort, and work, to promote "Do It Yourself" projects, open innovation, and startup entrepreneurship using open methods for reverse-engineer, design, and prototype open software solutions, and open hardware electronics solutions.

The PCB Design Files provided on GitHub for anyone to use, are free with a Creative Commons share-alike non-commercial license. If you like this Smart Device or use it, please consider sponsoring Miguel's work Github, buy me a cup of coffee, a slice of pizza, or a book to help me study, eat, and think to work on new PCB design files.

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