Expand the existing ATTINY85 microcontroller board by adding approximately 500 KB of additional RAM and integrating 4 extra GPIO pins. Ensure that the added components are compatible with the current power, interface, size, and manufacturability constraints.
Research and select a suitable external RAM chip (e.g., SPI SRAM or PSRAM) that provides at least 500 KB additional capacity.
Add and configure the selected RAM chip in the schematic, ensuring proper interfacing with the ATTINY85 including connections, clock signals, and data lines.
Verify that the additional memory does not violate current power supply and voltage regulation limits.
Integrate additional GPIO functionality
Determine the optimal method to add 4 extra GPIO lines (using a GPIO expander, e.g., MCP23S17, or repurposing available microcontroller pins).
Update the schematic to include the selected GPIO expander and connect it to the microcontroller via an appropriate communication interface (SPI or I²C).
Ensure that signal integrity and voltage levels are maintained for all GPIO operations.
Assess and update power and interfacing requirements
Review the power budget and adjust the 3.3V regulator and associated decoupling networks to accommodate the new components.
Verify interfacing constraints to ensure that the additional memory and GPIO expander do not interfere with existing peripheral functions.
Update design documentation and validation criteria
Document all modifications including updated schematic, PCB layout changes, and component placement modifications.
Establish acceptance criteria such as memory stability under expected operating conditions, reliable operation of the added GPIO lines, and compliance with the power and size restrictions of the board.
Wirelessly connects nets on schematic. Used to organize schematics and separate functional blocks. To wirelessly connect net portals, give them same designator. #portal
Wirelessly connects power nets on schematic. Identical to the net portal, but with a power symbol. Used to organize schematics and separate functional blocks. To wirelessly connect power net portals, give them the same designator. #portal #power
A tiny microcontroller board, built around the Atmel ATtiny85, a little chip with a lot of power. We wanted to design a microcontroller board that was small enough to fit into any project, and low cost enough to use without hesitation. Perfect for when you don't want to give up your expensive dev-board and you aren't willing to take apart the project you worked so hard to design. It's our lowest-cost arduino-IDE programmable board!
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Pricing & Availability
Distributor
Qty 1
Digi-Key
$2.59–$3.70
LCSC
$4.56
Mouser
$3.08
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