To accelerate the development of these applications, Microchip Technology Inc. has introduced a new Internet of Things (IoT) rapid development board for Google Cloud IoT Core that combines a low-power PIC® microcontroller, a secure CryptoAuthentication™ integrated circuit, and a fully certified Wi-Fi® network controller. The solution offers a simple way to connect and secure PIC-based applications, eliminating the time, cost, and security vulnerabilities inherent in large software environments and real-time operating systems (RTOS). Once connected, Google Cloud IoT Core provides powerful data analytics to help designers build better, smarter products.
The PIC-IoT WG development board, part of the Microchip and Google Cloud agreement, enables PIC microcontroller designers to add cloud connectivity to next-generation products using a free portal at www.PIC-IoT.com. Once connected, developers can use Microchip’s MPLAB® Code Configurator (MCC) rapid development tool to develop, debug, and customize their application. The board consists of smart, connected, and secure devices that allow designers to create connected applications in minutes, such as:
• Ultra-low-power PIC microcontroller with integrated core-independent peripherals: Ideal for battery-powered, real-time sensing and control applications, the PIC24FJ128GA705 microcontrolleroffers the simplicity of the PIC architecture with more memory and integrates advanced analog circuitry. Incorporating the latest core-independent peripherals (CIPs) and designed to handle complex applications with less code and lower power consumption, this device provides the ideal combination of performance with extremely low power consumption.
• Secure element to protect the hardware root of trust: The ATECC608A CryptoAuthentication device provides a trusted and protected identity for each device that needs to be securely authenticated. The ATECC608A devices are pre-registered with Google Cloud IoT Core and are ready to use thanks to their automatic configuration.
• Wi-Fi connectivity to Google Cloud: The ATWINC1510 is an industry-standard, fully certified IEEE 802.11 b/g/n IoT network controller that simplifies connection to the microcontroller via a flexible SPI interface. The module does not require designers to have knowledge of network protocols.
“Microchip continues to introduce new rapid development tools that enable microcontroller designers to meet evolving application requirements and create differentiated products,” said Steve Drehobl, vice president of Microchip’s 8-bit and 16-bit microcontroller business units. “Designers are adding cloud connectivity and bringing their applications to IoT, and our PIC-IoT WG development board provides a streamlined development process that enables designs to be brought to market quickly.”
Google Cloud IoT Core offers a managed service that enables designers to easily and securely connect to, manage, and collect data from devices globally. The platform collects, processes, and analyzes data in real time, allowing designers to improve operational efficiency in embedded designs.
“The PIC-IoT WG development board gives Google Cloud IoT customers another way to accelerate the development of cloud-connected applications without compromising security,” said Antony Passemard, Head of Product Management for Google Cloud IoT. “Together with the Google Cloud platform’s network infrastructure and Google IoT services, the board’s simplicity empowers analytics tools and puts unique machine learning capabilities within everyone’s reach.”
The PIC-IoT WG development board joins the AVR-IoT WG development board , giving designers the flexibility to easily create cloud-connected applications using their preferred microcontroller architecture.
Development Tools:
The PIC-IoT WG development board is supported by the MPLAB X Integrated Development Environment (IDE) and the
MCC rapid prototyping tool. The board is compatible with over 450 MikroElektronika Click boards™, expanding the range of sensor and actuator options. Developers who purchase the kit will have access to an online portal for immediate visualization of their sensor data. With complete board schematics and sample code, the PIC-IoT WG development board helps customers bring differentiated IoT end products to market faster.
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Microchip PIC-IoT WG Development Board for Core Cloud IoT
From coffee makers to thermostats and irrigation systems, PIC microcontrollers are at the heart of millions of embedded applications. When developers move next-generation PIC-based applications to the cloud, they must address the complexities related to communication protocols, security, and hardware compatibility.
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