Microprocessor System for Thermal Food Process Monitoring Based on Zigbee Technology

Krassimir Kolev

Abstract: This paper presents a novel microprocessor system for thermal food process monitoring based on new wireless technology. The paper presents a low-cost and highly versatile temperature-monitoring system applicable to all phases of thermal food processing. The design diagram of the microprocessor system is synthesized. The operating principle of the microprocessor system is explained. The microprocessor system for thermal food process monitoring is implemented by new embedded microcontroller CC2430 with x51 core of the Texas Instruments. The schematic diagram is given. An algorithm diagram on the microprocessor system for thermal food process monitoring is synthesized. Analyses of the proposed microprocessor system are made. The system has been tested under laboratory conditions and in real-world operational applications. Recommendations for maintenance are given.

Keywords: microprocessor system, food processing, thermal monitoring, Zigbee