Lack of progress toward an "Internet of Things" has been attributed to a variety of factors. Indeed, enabling devices from different manufacturers to communicate in an effective and useful manner is no simple task. European start-up Relayr believes that its WunderBar, a hardware kit comprised of seven smart modules, could provide app developers with the toolbox to bring networks of interoperating gadgets closer to reality.
Designed to imitate a block of chocolate, the WunderBar is made up of wireless Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)-enabled sensors which can be snapped off to serve different purposes.
A main module uses an NXP ARM 1800-Series Coretwx-M3 Microcontroller and Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n unit to connect the network of sensors to Wi-Fi. Sensor readings are sent from the six smaller modules using BLE, which also allows the monitoring of their battery levels.
Each of the six smaller modules are fitted with different types of sensors. One contains a sensor to monitor light, color and proximity, while another has a gyroscope and accelerometer for movement. A third sports a thermometer to measure temperature and humidity while a fourth contains an infrared transmitter intended for control of a home entertainment system. With the WunderBar currently the subject of a crowd-funding campaign, the company is leaving it up to its backers to vote on which sensors will be built into the remaining two modules.
via WiFiNovation | Scoop.it
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