- US20240047951A1 - Apparatus for distributing supply of power to loads - Google Patents
- The present disclosure relates to an apparatus ( 100 ) for distributing supply of power to one or more loads, the apparatus includes a switchboard ( 102 ) that includes one or more first connectors ( 106 ), configured to supply power to corresponding one or more loads, and configured to receive an input power supply, one or more smart-devices ( 104 ) associated with corresponding one or more loads, and electrically couple with corresponding one or more first connectors. A processor ( 114 ) configured to receive, the input pertaining to parameters of power to be supplied to the associated load, and operate a regulator to supply power to the corresponding coupled first connector according to the received parameters, wherein the power supplied to the corresponding coupled first connector is transmitted to the associated load to operate the associated load.
- patents.google.com
Next Home
Bengaluru, India
Making innovative Smart Home devices for modern homes. Founded and built the flagship SmartBoard® device from ground up (hardware, firmware, mobile and cloud apps) with a fabulous team.
Technical Co-Founder
Feb 2016—Nov 2024
Next Home Cloud
Next Home Cloud serves as the backend application and infrastructure for seamless interaction between IoT devices, client applications, and third-party systems. It provides core functionality for Authentication & Authorization, IoT device management, Home and Member management, OAuth, and secure third-party access to customer resources.
Key backend technologies include Django, Django REST Framework, Celery, and Eclipse Paho. The application is fully containerized using Docker and deployed on a Kubernetes cluster hosted on Linode Cloud Computing for robust and scalable orchestration.
The project achieved the following outcomes:
- Ensure that the architecture was resilient and scalable
- No vendor lock-in
- Served more than 500 users and 2000+ IoT devices
- Processed & stored 100 million data points from IoT devices across 4 years
Next Home App (iOS and Android)
The Next Home App empowers users to manage their devices, invite home members, set automations, integrate with voice assistants, and view energy usage insights.
Built with Flutter for both Android and iOS platforms, the app seamlessly connects with Next Home Cloud services and leverages Firebase products such as Analytics, Messaging, Performance Monitoring, and Crashlytics for enhanced functionality and reliability.
The app is live and available for download:
- App Store: https://apps.apple.com/by/app/next-home/id1507798204
- Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=next.home
The project achieved the following outcomes:
- On-boarded 500+ users and 2000+ IoT devices
- One codebase for multiple platforms, with “native-like” use and feel
- Unique Smart Home UI elements, loved by users
SmartBoard®
The SmartBoard® is Next Home’s flagship IoT device, a patented (details in publication section below) smart electrical switchboard that redefines home control with a modular, lego-like design for easy appliance management.
As the product architect, I took a multidisciplinary approach, integrating electronics, electrical, mechanical, and firmware aspects to ensure a seamless design. I also contributed directly to firmware development, enabling the device’s intelligent functionality.
This innovation blends versatility, modern design, and intuitive control for an enhanced smart home experience.
Following are some of the outcome of the project:
- Developed a unique product from concept to commercialization
- Produced and sold over 2,000 production devices
- Patented technology
