Swiss Engineer Builds AI-Powered Bug Zapper That Tracks Every Kill

A Swiss engineer has built a smart bug zapper that counts its kills. Nicolas Boichat designed the device to track how many insects it eliminates. The data is then shown on a custom online dashboard for easy monitoring. The project began as a test of AI’s ability to grasp basic electrical engineering. Boichat used an ESP32-C6 microcontroller to power the system. This tiny computer detects voltage spikes each time a bug is zapped.

The zapper works passively, without moving parts. An antenna picks up electromagnetic pulses when an insect flies near the electric grid. The microcontroller records each zap and updates the kill count in real time. All the collected data is sent to a personalised dashboard. Users can check how many bugs the device has caught over time. The setup combines simple electronics with smart tracking for practical use.

The bug zapper’s design proves that AI can assist with basic engineering tasks. It also offers a hands-off way to monitor insect control. The project’s code and instructions are available for others to build their own versions.