Applications for the SimpleLink™ platform
The SimpleLink platform offers the broadest portfolio of differentiated wired and wireless Arm® MCUs featuring Ethernet, Bluetooth® Low Energy, Wi-Fi®, Sub-1 GHz with Zigbee® and Thread – all unified by a single, robust software architecture with 100% application code portability, modular development kits & cloud-based tools. The flexibility of the SimpleLink platform helps manufacturers quickly develop and seamlessly reuse resources to expand their portfolio of connected products.
Building automation and security
Building automation and security systems have unique challenges ranging from high throughput data transfer for doorbell cameras to ultra low power battery operation for door and window sensors. The SimpleLink platform is designed to suit these challenges with a flexible portfolio of ultra low power wired and wireless SoCs including multi-standard and dual band devices that support two wireless technologies concurrently.
Robust connectivity
- The industry’s broadest portfolio of wireless technologies including Ethernet, Bluetooth Low Energy, Wi-Fi, Sub-1 GHz, Zigbee and Thread in a single development environment
- Multi-standard concurrent operation to enable long range or web-based communication with easy user interactivity
Unparalleled system security
- Security features built into the platform, including cryptographic accelerators, secured device boot, key storage, IP protection and more
- The Wi-Fi certified solution supports personal and enterprise Wi-Fi security, built-in TLS/SSL engine, real-time encryption for highly secure wireless and cloud connected applications
Ultra-low power architecture
- The platform includes an innovative sensor controller engine for extremely power and efficient sensing
- Prebuilt TI drivers in the SimpleLink SDK increase operational efficiency and lower energy consumption for energy-sensitive products
Wireless security camera and video doorbell
Low power & secure streaming video solution
Build a robust, reliable and secure Wi-Fi product with video-on-demand. Add plug & play BLE connectivity for easy commissioning or Sub-1 GHz networks for low power trigger-based wake-up.
Wireless security camera and video doorbell resources
| Resources | Type |
|---|---|
| SimpleLink™ CC3200-OV788 video/audio streaming over Wi-Fi | Reference design |
| How technology is enabling a connected life | Video |
Electronic smart lock
Bluetooth Low Energy enabled solution
Create a low-energy eLock solution that can last five years with wake-on-trigger and concurrent operation support for commercial deployment.
Wi-Fi-enabled solution
Control access from anywhere with internet connectivity. Monitor use and access remotely via a cloud-enabled interface.
Bluetooth Low Energy enabled solution resources
| Type | |
|---|---|
| Access control panel with Bluetooth Low Energy and capacitive touch | Reference design |
| How to train your door lock | Technical article |
Wi-Fi-enabled solution resources
| Type | |
|---|---|
| Smart door locks: power-optimized & security features | One pager |
| Smart Wi-Fi locks will soon open many doors | Technical article |
Security panel
Fully integrated access panel
Integrate monitoring, security and multi-sensor support in your panel. Choose between Ethernet and Wi-Fi connectivity with out-of-box cloud enablement.
Security panel resources
| Resources | Type |
|---|---|
| Sub-1 GHz sensor to cloud gateway reference design for TI-RTOS systems | TI design |
| SimpleLink MSP432 MCUs for electronic lock and intrusion HMI keypad | One pager |
Smoke & fire detection
Long-range smoke detectors
Benefit from the low power and long range capabilities of Sub-1 GHz- batteries last longer, maintenance costs less. Secure and robust network-based royalty free TI 15.4-Stack network solution.
Smoke and fire detection resources
| Resources | Type |
|---|---|
| Build a fully managed & scalable long-range network with low-power nodes | Technical article |
| Bringing wireless scalability to intelligent sensing applications | White paper |
Door & window sensors
Ultra-low power sensors
Gain full-house coverage with SimpleLink Sub-1 GHz long range. Operate sensors on coin cell batteries for up to 10 years with unique low power features and setup a secure and robust network.
Door and window sensors resources
| Resources | Type |
|---|---|
| Interrupt-based light & environment sensor node for Sub-1GHz networks | Reference design |
| Energy harvesting light & environment sensor node for Sub-1GHz networks | Reference design |
| Why Sub-1 GHz + Bluetooth Low Energy? | Video |
Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC)
Designing heating and air conditioning systems requires energy efficient solutions that can last years. The SimpleLink platform allows you to build upon a solid foundation of trusted wired and wireless technologies while leveraging both your hardware and software investment with a common, code-compatible software development kit.
Real-time communication
- Actuator control over Ethernet, CAN and UART that simplifies system integration using pre-built TI drivers
- Internet connectivity over Wi-Fi and Ethernet using the network services stack
Simplified remote connectivity
- The industry’s broadest portfolio of wireless technologies including Ethernet, Bluetooth Low Energy, Wi-Fi, Sub-1 GHz, Zigbee and Thread in a single development environment
- Multi-protocol concurrent operation to enable long range or web-based communication with easy user interactivity
- With ultra-low power sensor controller engine and multi-channel integrated ADCs to monitor environmental data such as air quality and temperature
Thermostat
Wi-Fi enabled soluion
A low power solution with robust security features and support for many cloud providers. Add BLE for easy Wi-Fi commissioning and enable protection against hostile takeover and IP theft.
Thermostat resources
| Resources | Type |
|---|---|
| Build a smart thermostat using an MCU – adding network connectivity | Technical article |
Environmental sensors
Sense temperature, air quality and humidity with coin cell battery operation for up to 10 years with unique low power features. Wide area coverage with Sub-1 GHz or Bluetooth 5.0 for long range.
Environmental sensors resources
| Resources | Type |
|---|---|
| Energy harvesting light & environment sensor node for Sub-1GHz networks | Reference design |
| Humidity & temperature sensors enabling Sub-1 GHz & sensor-to-cloud networks | Reference design |
Predictive maintenance
Remote, low-power sensing
Enable HVAC motor diagnostics and cloud-based analytics to predict mean time to failure & prevent downtime on equipment. Retrofit wireless-enabled predictive maintenance with fast edge-node processing
HVAC zone controller
Connected zone controller solution
Integrated MAC & PHY for robust real-time control, reduced design complexity and the flexibility to expand connected nodes with 22x serial ports
Automotive
Connected automotive systems face unique challenges ranging from secure connections in car access, telematics and wireless sensing modules to stringent power budgets for always-on sub-systems. The SimpleLink platform is designed to meet these challenges with an AEC-Q100 automotive-grade portfolio of ultra-low power wired and wireless SoCs, innovative software libraries and common, code-compatible software development kit.
Exceptional Ecosystem
- Certified Bluetooth 5 solution with proven interoperability that meets automotive-quality standards
- Cutting edge localization tools with Angle of Arrival detection and signal strength monitoring
- Reduce time-to-market with simplified system integration using the SimpleLink SDK with built-in TI RTOS and easy to use TI drivers
Unparalleled system security
- Hardware acceleration of cryptographic operations enables better latency and performance
- Flash region protection offers software IP integrity protection
- Network protocol security (secure connections) using hardware cryptographic accelerators
Ultra-low power architecture
- The lowest power platform for always-on automotive wireless connectivity and sensing modules
- Autonomous sensor controller engine for developing energy-sensitive solutions
- Optimized Bluetooth stack and SimpleLink SDK
Smart meters
Build full-system solutions based on a single, unified platform. The SimpleLink portfolio delivers scalable host MCUs, communication, and sensing solutions. Wireless connectivity can be easily added for over-the-air updates and remote monitoring.
Accurate sensing and measurement
- Integrated lowest power 14-bit 1Msps fast SAR ADC with multiple channels for scalable number of voltages and currents
- Fast wake-up, ultra-low-power standby for extended battery life
- Integrated LCD controller and graphic libraries for display
Real-time control
- Wired peripherals such as CAN, Ethernet, Serial UART, I2C, SPI for robust, reliable and fast communication with IEDs within the grid
Remote connectivity
- Scalable SimpleLink SDK supports multiple wireless protocols such as Sub-1 GHz, 2.4 GHz and dual band solutions
- The stack solutions covers standards like Wireless MBUS, Zigbee, Thread, 6LoWPAN and Bluetooth Low Energy
- Proprietary solutions (TI 15.4-Stack) and customer modifiable solutions are also supported
Electricity metering
Full system E-meter solutions
Use our fully integrated meter host solution with up to 2MB embedded Flash memory to run meter applications, drive the user display and interface, and store, execute multiple communications protocols
Electricity metering resources
| Resources | Type |
|---|---|
| Polyphase shunt metrology with Isolated AFE reference design | Reference design |
Water, gas metering
Low-power water, gas meters
Build designs to interface seamlessly with rotational or ultrasonic sensing front-ends, extend battery life, and unify multi-RF protocol support in a single platform for automated meter reading
Water, gas metering resources
| Resources | Type |
|---|---|
| Low-power water flow measurement with inductive sensing reference design | Reference design |