PROJECT
e-Shisha
A rechargeable electric hookah head – replacing burning coals with smart, safe heating.
Overview
e-Shisha is a rechargeable electric heating element designed to replace traditional burning coals in hookah (nargila) smoking. The system consists of two main components: a powered base that sits under the hookah and a detachable heating element that replaces the coal on top.
The base houses interchangeable 14.4 V / 6,000 mAh batteries, a control PCBA, an RGB LED status ring, and a pick-up microphone that detects inhalation via the characteristic bubbling sound — automatically switching between standby and smoking modes.
The heating element features three independently powered coils inside a heavy-duty ceramic housing with a stainless-steel tobacco holder and a protective metal cover. The modular design supports continuous 4–5 hour sessions and is built for both home use and commercial café environments.
ATI was responsible for the full product development scope – from requirements definition and electronic design through mechanical engineering, prototyping, DFM, and production preparation.
Highlights
Smart Heating
Three independently controlled coils replace traditional coals with precise, consistent heat.
Auto-Detect Inhalation
Built-in pick-up microphone detects bubbling to automatically switch between standby and smoking modes.
Rechargeable Power
Interchangeable 14.4 V / 6,000 mAh battery packs for cordless operation up to 4–5 hours.
RGB Status Ring
LED ring indicates mode (blue = initiation, red = smoking, green = standby) and battery level.
Safety First
Ceramic insulation housing, safety switch, and cool-touch metal cover with integrated handle.
Full Electronics
Custom PCBA managing coil power, microphone input, LED ring, and safety signals.
Specifications
Electric hookah heating system
Amal Aslan
14.4 V, 6,000–6,500 mAh (interchangeable)
14 A
170 mm
~80 mm diameter × ~100 mm height
4–5 hours continuous
Full R&D, electronics, DFM, prototyping
Scope of Work
- Product Requirements Document (PRD)
- Industrial Design
- Electronic Design & PCBA
- Mechanical Engineering
- Prototyping
- Design for Manufacturing (DFM)
