Use a Computer to replace Circuit Boards

[gatewood]

Hello everyone!

I've come across a washing machine with a damaged circuit board thats way to pricey to warrant replacement, so, I remembered a concept I had some years ago.

Is it possible, feasible or at least, worthwhile to completely bypass the circuitry of some machines and appliances with your own, and have it controlled with a commercial computer?

 

[ramussons]

You don't need a commercial "computer" per say. You can use on of these:

https://all3dp.com/1/single-board-computer-raspberry-pi-alternative/

 

[Harald Kapp]

The challenge is going to adapt all the sensors and actuators in the appliance and writing a suitable control program.

 

[Frankchie]

Hello everyone!

I've come across a washing machine with a damaged circuit board thats way to pricey to warrant replacement, so, I remembered a concept I had some years ago.

Is it possible, feasible or at least, worthwhile to completely bypass the circuitry of some machines and appliances with your own, and have it controlled with a commercial computer?

Making a DIY washing machine control board is a tall order. Usually you can buy used boards on ebay for a reasonable price.
Frank