My Final Project
My final projects it's going to be smart dog house. I chose this project because there isn't a smart dog house in Mexico, and I believe it could be a good idea to create one where not only the pet can enter, but one where it feels comfortable, with a sufficiently spacious area so it doesn't feel confined. Additionally, addressing the issues of food and water won't be a problem since they will constantly refill when running low. Besides the pet's comfort, the owner will also be able to monitor them from inside the house with a strategically placed camera covering the entire interior. Furthermore, there will be a sensor at the entrance to detect whether the pet is inside or not.
This house will be very useful for any time when the owner has to go out and the pet is left alone. With this house the pet will have a safe place to sleep, food and water when the pet requires it along with a camera with which you can see if the pet is in the house.
Why for dogs?
Because I have a dog named Nina aka "Gorda," and it would be interesting to see how she adapts to her new conditions in the smart house compared to a typical dog house sold at a veterinary clinic. Also, it's to assess its potential for improvement in the future.
She is Nina and me
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Research
In 2017, Visual Communications Company (VCC) developed a product similar to the one I am working on, albeit with different features. One of these distinctions is that VCC's product offers temperature regulation, whereas it lacks an automatic system for refilling pet food and water when they are running low. Here you can read the description of the producto of VCC
What would I need to make this project?
To carry out this project, I will utilize 3D modeling, 3D printing, computer-controlled machine, laser cutting, embedded programming, various types of boards, and assorted electronic components. Here are some of them:
Components
| 2 | Presence sensor |
| 1 | water sensor |
| 1 | Weight sensor |
| 1 | Camera |
Sketch
This is a sketch of what my final project would be like.
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