EmbeddedRelated.com
    Parts    KIT0157
Maixduino K210 RISC-V AI Development Kit

Maixduino K210 RISC-V AI Development Kit

MPN: KIT0157
DFRobot
K210 Maixduino - RISC-V MPU Embedded Evaluation Board
Active4 in stock
Datasheet Digi-Key Mouser Compare Prices

Overview

The KIT0157 Maixduino is an AI development board based on the Kendryte K210 dual-core 64-bit RISC-V processor and an ESP32 module for wireless connectivity. It combines a neural network processor capable of machine vision tasks with an Arduino-compatible form factor, providing a platform for edge AI prototyping with integrated audio and camera interfaces.

Why Choose This Part

The board features a dedicated hardware neural network processor (KPU) that offloads vision tasks from the main 400MHz RISC-V cores. It offers high versatility by supporting the Arduino IDE, MaixPy (MicroPython), and the native SDK, while providing built-in peripherals like a 3W speaker driver and TF card slot.

Applications

Edge Machine Vision
Real-time object detection, face recognition, and image classification using the built-in KPU neural network accelerator.
Voice Recognition
Utilizing the integrated MEMS microphone and 64-bit RISC-V cores for keyword spotting and acoustic processing.
AIoT Prototyping
Developing smart devices that require local AI inference combined with WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity via the onboard ESP32.
Industrial Inspection
Automated visual inspection on the edge using the DVP camera interface and the board's wide operating temperature range of -30C to 85C.

Key Specifications

Type MPU
Contents Board(s)
Platform Maixduino
Mounting Type Fixed
Core Processor RISC-V
Utilized IC / Part K210

Getting Started

Developers can use the Arduino IDE by adding the Maixduino board manager URL or utilize MaixPy for rapid Python-based prototyping. Connect via the USB Type-C port for power and programming, and ensure your input voltage is between 6V and 12V when using the DC jack.

Also Consider

Arduino Portenta H7 Arduino - A higher-performance dual-core ARM platform with professional-grade features for complex edge computing and industrial control.