# SmartCube **SmartCube** is a compact and customizable desk toy using the ESP8266 D1 Mini. It features a rechargeable power supply, three input buttons, an SSD1306 OLED display for user interface, and a piezo buzzer for sound. ![SmartCube](https://git.kopic.hr/tomislav/SmartCubeV1/raw/branch/main/hardware/pictures/cubez.jpg) --- ## Features - **Microcontroller**: ESP8266 D1 Mini (WeMos) - **Display**: SSD1306 OLED (128x64 resolution) - **Input**: Three push buttons - **Sound**: Piezo buzzer for audio feedback - **Power**: 14250 rechargeable battery with TP4056 charging module - **Case**: 3D-printable design included in `/hardware` directory --- ## Bill of Materials | **Component** | **Quantity** | **Description** | **Notes** | |---------------------------|--------------|-------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------| | ESP8266 D1 Mini | 1 | Microcontroller module | Base of the SmartCube | | SSD1306 OLED Display | 1 | 128x64 resolution, I2C interface | Ensure proper wiring for SDA/SCL | | 14250 Rechargeable Battery| 1 | Lithium-ion battery | For powering the cube | | TP4056 Module | 1 | Charging and protection circuit | For battery management | | Push Buttons | 3 | Tactile push buttons | Used for user input | | Piezo Buzzer | 1 | Active buzzer | Provides audio feedback | | Resistors (10kΩ) | 3 | Pull-down resistors for buttons | Ensures stable button input | | Wires / Dupont Connectors | Several | For connections | Ensure reliable wiring | | Enclosure | 1 | 3D-printed or custom-made case | For housing the components | --- ## Pin Connections ### OLED Display Settings ```c #define SCREEN_WIDTH 128 #define SCREEN_HEIGHT 64 #define OLED_RESET -1 #define FRAMERATE 8 ``` The OLED display is connected via I2C to the D1 Mini: - **SDA**: D2 (GPIO4) - **SCL**: D1 (GPIO5) ### Buttons and Buzzer ```c #define PIN_BTN_L 12 // D6 #define PIN_BTN_M 13 // D7 #define PIN_BTN_R 15 // D8 #define PIN_BUZZER 0 // D3 ``` - Button Left (PIN_BTN_L): GPIO12 - Button Middle (PIN_BTN_M): GPIO13 - Button Right (PIN_BTN_R): GPIO15 - Piezo Buzzer (PIN_BUZZER): GPIO0 --- ## Assembly Instructions 1. **Power Supply Setup**: - Connect the 14250 battery to the TP4056 module for safe charging and protection. - Wire the output of the TP4056 to the **3.3V pin** on the D1 Mini to power the device. - Connect the **5V output pin** from the D1 Mini to the **input port** on the TP4056 module to enable charging functionality. 2. **OLED Display**: Solder connections for SDA (D2, GPIO4) and SCL (D1, GPIO5) to the respective pins on the D1 Mini. 3. **Buttons**: Attach each button to the specified GPIO pins with pull-down resistors to ensure reliable input. 4. **Buzzer**: Connect the piezo buzzer to GPIO0. Ensure proper polarity. 5. **Enclosure (Optional)**: Assemble all components in a secure housing. --- ## Demo Code Explanation The provided demo code demonstrates the main features of the SmartCube, focusing on system initialization, button handling, OLED display output, and WiFi management. Below is a breakdown of its components: ### Key Features 1. **WiFi Management**: - The `cubeWifiManager` class manages WiFi connectivity seamlessly. - If no known WiFi network is available, it starts a configuration portal and creates an access point (AP), allowing users to connect the SmartCube to a network from another WiFi-enabled device. - The OLED display shows the access point details, such as the AP name and IP address, making the setup process user-friendly and accessible. 2. **Button Handling**: - Buttons are mapped to specific GPIO pins: `PIN_BTN_L` (Left), `PIN_BTN_M` (Middle), and `PIN_BTN_R` (Right). - The `cubeButtonHandler()` function, executed in the `loop()`, monitors and interprets button presses, differentiating between short and long presses. #### Default Button Actions - **Right Button**: - *Short Press*: Turns the OLED display **on** (if previously off). - *Long Press*: Turns the OLED display **off**, helping conserve power. - **Left + Middle Buttons (Simultaneous Long Press)**: - Triggers an ESP8266 reboot, effectively restarting the device. --- ## Notes - This is still a work in progress - Ensure all connections are secure to avoid malfunction. - Test the circuit thoroughly before placing it in the enclosure. - Handle the battery with care to prevent damage. For questions or additional details, feel free to reach out! ---