I built my own AirTag-like finder with this Raspberry Pi alternative - here's how
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I built my own AirTag-like finder with this Raspberry Pi alternative - here's how
"As the name suggests, this board is an Adafruit Feather format microcontroller board equipped with a DWM3000 ultra-wideband (UWB) module and powered by the Raspberry Pi Pico 2040 chip with 8MB of flash storage and 264KB of RAM. Great for small-scale systems These boards aren't cheap at to , but they're a great option for small-scale systems or something bespoke that would otherwise cost a lot of money (or just not be doable)."
"The DWM3000 allows for object tracking down to a precision of 10cm/4 inches. The module is compatible with Apple's U1 and U2 first- and second-generation ultra-wideband chips, and also FiRa-compatible devices. The board is built to be mobile, capable of being powered by a LiPo battery with a JST connector or USB-C. Power consumption is super low at only 75mA when active and a minuscule 1.5 μA during sleep mode."
The iLabs Challenger RP2040 UWB is an Adafruit Feather–format microcontroller board that combines a DWM3000 ultra-wideband module with a Raspberry Pi Pico 2040 processor, 8MB flash, and 264KB RAM. The DWM3000 enables object tracking with precision down to 10cm and supports compatibility with Apple U1/U2 and FiRa devices. The board accepts LiPo battery power via a JST connector or USB-C and draws about 75mA when active and 1.5 μA in sleep, enabling long battery life. The boards have a higher cost but suit small-scale or bespoke asset-tracking projects. Developers must implement the software and Arduino code to enable tracking features.
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