Dec 12, 2024 18:00 ET | iot insider
AONDevices recently announced the launch of its AONix Edge AI sensor module, a new platform that sets new standards for battery-operated Edge AIoT solutions.
Developed in collaboration with P-Logic Consulting and featuring sensor integration from InvenSense, a TDK group company, this compact 32mm x 32mm module addresses key challenges in Edge AI adoption – high power consumption, integration complexity, and limited configurability – by providing a scalable, energy-efficient platform tailored to diverse applications. Its ability to deliver real-time AI performance in always-on, battery-operated devices makes it a timely and transformative solution to meet expanding market needs.
The new solution is targeting demand for battery-powered devices is increasing across industries, including consumer electronics, smart home automation and more.
According to market research, the global wearable technology market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 14.6%, reaching $186.14 billion by 2030, while the smart home market, valued at $121.59 billion in 2024, is expected to expand to $633.2 billion by 2032. These trends underscore the increasing importance of Edge AI solutions that enable advanced functionality while optimising power consumption, a critical factor for extending battery life in these compact, intelligent devices.
At its core, the AONix Sensor Module leverages the AON11xx processor family, designed specifically for super low-power, always-on AI processing, alongside P-Logic’s innovative hardware architecture.
This combination facilitates real-time AI performance for battery-operated applications across diverse Edge use cases. The module integrates TDK’s premium MEMS sensors, including a digital microphone and IMU, ensuring precise acoustic and motion sensing. Enhanced configurations expand its capabilities with environmental sensors, an optical heart rate monitor, an LCD display, and a speaker, providing a versatile, energy-efficient platform for industries that require low-power, battery-operated solutions.
Features of the new sensor module include:
- Edge AI performance: Powered by the AON11xx AI processor family, delivering ultra-low-power AI inference for voice activation, pattern recognition, event detection, motion detection, and more – specifically optimised for always-on, battery-operated applications
- Integrated sensor fusion: Merges data from multiple sensors for context-aware insights and decision-making, optimised for power efficiency
- Seamless connectivity: Features Wi-Fi, BLE, and Matter protocols, ensuring secure IoT integration for battery-powered devices
- Advanced battery management: Ensures optimal energy efficiency with safeguards against overcharging, over-discharging, and thermal issues, extending battery life in portable and remote applications
- Developer-friendly platform: Fully supported by AONx360, AONDevices’ ML platform, for rapid AI model development, debugging, and deployment for low-power, battery-operated environments
“The AONix Edge AI Sensor Module embodies our vision to revolutionise Edge AI with intelligent, super-low power solutions that are optimized for battery-operated, always-on devices,” said Mouna Elkhatib, CEO and CTO of AONDevices. “Our partnership with TDK and P-Logic Consulting has enabled us to create a groundbreaking platform powered by the AON11xx processor family. Supported by the AONx360 platform, this module is set to redefine what’s possible in battery-operated Edge AI solutions.”
“Our partnership with AONDevices and P-Logic Consulting exemplifies our commitment to enabling intelligent, low-power solutions. By integrating TDK’s ultra-low power MEMS microphones and 6-axis MEMS motion sensors with the AON11xx processor family, we’re delivering cutting-edge, battery-efficient edge AI platforms tailored for portable applications,” added Sahil Ajay Choudhary, Head of Global Marketing and Strategy, IoT Sensors, InvenSense.
