The AutoBoardV1 Evaluation Board is a compact and versatile development platform designed for automotive applications. Built on the advanced NXP Semiconductors Automotive Microcontroller S32K344, which is based on the ARM Cortex M7 processor, it offers a powerful foundation for prototyping, development, research, corporate training, and academic purposes. This board supports a wide range of features, including advanced security, Ethernet capabilities, and various communication interfaces such as CAN and LIN ports. It is equipped with 80 pins I/O headers and 24 pins I/O headers for extensive connectivity, making it compatible with a variety of external devices and breadboards. The board also includes a 64 Mbit QUADSPI flash memory chip, a 16MHz crystal oscillator, and an OpenSDA based debugger, enhancing its functionality and ease of use. Furthermore, it supports FreeRTOS, providing a robust environment for real-time operating systems
Key Features of Project
- Microcontroller: Based on the NXP S32K344 MCU, which is part of the S32 family of microcontrollers.
- Core: ARM Cortex M7 Core with Automotive peripherals.
- Power Supply: Supports a wide input voltage range of 6V to 17V.
- I/O Headers: Includes 80 pins I/O headers for external use and is breadboard compatible.
- CAN Interfaces: Equipped with three CAN FD transceivers for robust automotive communication.
- Ethernet Interface: Includes one automotive Ethernet transceiver for high-speed data communication.
- LIN Interfaces: Features two LIN transceivers for automotive communication.
- Memory: Comes with 64Mb QSPI flash memory for storage.
- Debugging: Onboard Segger J-Link debugger and USB to UART converter (CP2102) for easy programming and debugging.
- User Buttons and LEDs: Includes two user-programmable switches and two RGB LEDs for easy interaction and debugging.
Applications of Project
- Automotive Prototyping: Ideal for prototyping automotive applications such as ADAS subsystems, domain/zonal control architecture, and ECU gateway in vehicles.
- Development and Research: Suitable for development, research, and corporate training in automotive technologies.
- DIY Projects: Great for DIY projects and building automotive electronic devices like electric immobilizers, domain controllers, and IoT gateways for automotive applications.