Nordic Semiconductor Thingy: Platform 53

     Nordic Semiconductor's Thingy:53 rapid prototyping platform. The platform integrates sensors that detect light, motion, sound and environmental factors, making it an ideal solution for prototyping and proof-of-concept. The Thingy:53 Rapid prototyping platform is based on the nRF5340 dual-core Arm® Cortex® M-33 system-on-chip (SoC), while the nRF Edge Impulse mobile application enables embedded machine learning (ML) for prototype devices. The platform's machine learning capabilities support a variety of applications, including speech recognition and motion pattern detection.

     The Nordic Semiconductor Thingy:53 Rapid prototyping platform is equipped with a comprehensive range of sensors and peripherals to support Internet of Things (IoT) application development. The platform's environmental sensors measure barometric pressure, air quality, humidity and temperature in real time, while low-power accelerometers support a variety of motion detection functions. The platform also offers connectors for external accessories and circuit boards, allowing prototype devices to be used in more applications.

     The Thingy:53 platform uses the nPM1100 power management IC (PMIC) to provide power management capabilities, in addition to the onboard nRF21540 front-end module (FEM) for wireless connectivity and integrated power amplifier/Low Noise amplifier (PA/LNA) range extender. The platform's machine learning features excellent low-power performance and the device will operate in power-saving mode when there is no external stimulus to trigger the embedded sensor. The Thingy:53 Rapid Prototyping platform also includes debugging and current-measuring panels that allow engineers to quickly monitor power consumption and troubleshoot problems in application code.