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Knowles Launches Raspberry Pi Development Kit to Enable Voice Integration for New IoT Applications and Industries
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Knowles Corporation (NYSE: KN) has launched the AISonic™ IA8201 Raspberry Pi Development Kit, designed to streamline voice and audio functionality in various applications across multiple industries. This comprehensive kit allows OEM/ODM engineers to quickly prototype and test voice and machine learning capabilities, thereby reducing development costs. The IA8201 Audio Edge Processor is a key component, promoting ultra-low power usage and high-performance audio processing. A Parks Associates survey indicates a growing consumer demand for voice-controlled devices, creating a substantial market opportunity for Knowles.
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Launch of the AISonic™ IA8201 Raspberry Pi Development Kit enhances voice and audio integration capabilities.
The kit supports quick prototyping and testing, reducing development costs for OEM/ODM engineers.
Strong market demand for voice-controlled devices, as highlighted by Parks Associates survey data.
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New development kit bundles all of the hardware, add-on open software and algorithms required to test, prototype, and debug voice and audio functionality and integration in new applications for smart home, consumer technology, industrial, and beyond
ITASCA, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Knowles Corporation (NYSE: KN), a market leader and global provider of advanced micro-acoustic microphones and speakers, audio processing, and precision device solutions, today announced the availability of the Knowles AISonic™ IA8201 Raspberry Pii Development Kit to bring voice, audio edge processing, and machine learning (ML) listening capabilities to devices and systems in a range of new industries. By leveraging the kit, product designers and engineers from OEM/ODM companies have a single tool to streamline design, development, and testing of technology that pushes the boundaries of voice and audio integration in their respective industries.
“Knowles designed this new kit to be the simplest and fastest way for product designers to prototype new innovations to address emerging use cases including contextually aware voice, ML listening, and real-time audio processing, that require flexible development tools to accelerate the design process, minimize development costs, and leverage new technological advances,” said Vikram Shrivastava, senior director, IoT Marketing at Knowles. “By selecting Raspberry Pi as the system host, we are opening up the ability to add voice and ML to the largest community of system developers that prefer a Linux or Android environment.”
“According to Q3 2021 Parks Research survey data, over half of US broadband households find it appealing to use voice control for their connected devices. The demand and the opportunity for voice applications is substantial, but it has often been incredibly complex and expensive for OEMs/ODMs to add the latest voice capabilities to devices. Solutions like those being offered by Knowles that enable voice recognition in a cost-effective, reliable and easy to use manner will strongly resonate with consumers,” said Mark Vena, Senior Director, Smart Home Research Practice for Parks Associates.
The new kit is built around the Knowles AISonic™ IA8201 Audio Edge Processor OpenDSP, for ultra-low power and high-performance for a plethora of audio processing needs. The audio edge processor combines two Tensilica-based, audio-centric DSP cores; one for high-power compute and AI/ML applications, and the other for very low-power, always-on processing of sensor inputs. The IA8201 has 1MB of RAM on-chip that allows for high bandwidth processing of advanced, always-on contextually aware ML use-cases and memory to support multiple algorithms for an optimal user experience.
Using the Knowles open DSP platform, the kit includes a library of on-board audio algorithms and AI/ML libraries. Farfield audio applications can be built using the available ultra-low power voice wake, beamforming, custom keywords, and background noise elimination algorithms from Knowles algorithm partners such as Amazon Alexa, Sensory, Retune, and Alango to open up the design possibilities and ensure the freedom needed to support a wide range of voice and audio customization. The kit also features TensorFlow Lite Micro SDK for fast prototyping and product development for AI/ML applications. The TensorFlow Lite SDK allows for porting models developed in larger cloud Tensor Flow frameworks to an embedded platform at the edge, usually with limited compute and lower power consumption, for example, AI inference engines for anomaly detection in verticals such as industrial and commercial.
With options for either two or three pre-integrated Knowles Everest microphones based on product design needs, the kit includes two microphone array boards to help select the appropriate algorithm configurations for the end application. By offering built-in microphone arrays that support the audio and voice capabilities on the IA8201 DSP, OEMs are provided a high-quality, high-performance all-in-one development solution from a single supplier. Developer support is available through the Knowles Solutions Portal for configuration tools, firmware and algorithms that come standard with the kit, allowing for complete prototyping, design, and debugging.
Availability
The Knowles IA8201 Raspberry Pi Development Kit is now available for order, with support available through Knowles. More information is available here.
Knowles Corporation (NYSE: KN) is a market leader and global provider of advanced micro-acoustic microphones and speakers, audio processing, and precision device solutions, serving the consumer electronics, communications, medtech, defense, electric vehicle, and industrial markets. Knowles uses its leading position in SiSonic™ MEMS (micro-electro-mechanical systems) microphones and strong capabilities in audio processing technologies to optimize audio systems and improve the user experience in mobile, ear, and IoT applications. Knowles is also a leader in acoustic components, high-end capacitors, and mmWave RF solutions for a diverse set of markets. Knowles’ focus on the customer, combined with unique technology, proprietary manufacturing techniques, rigorous testing, and global scale, enables it to deliver innovative solutions that optimize the user experience. Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Itasca, Illinois, Knowles is a global organization with employees in over a dozen countries. For more information, visit knowles.com.
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FAQ
What is the purpose of the Knowles AISonic™ IA8201 Raspberry Pi Development Kit?
The kit enables engineers to prototype and test voice and audio functionality in a range of applications, streamlining development and minimizing costs.
When was the Knowles IA8201 Development Kit launched?
The Knowles IA8201 Raspberry Pi Development Kit was announced on September 22, 2021.
How does the IA8201 address market demand for voice recognition?
The IA8201 development kit simplifies the integration of voice capabilities into devices, responding to a growing consumer interest in voice control technologies.
What are the key features of the Knowles IA8201 Audio Edge Processor?
The IA8201 features ultra-low power usage, high-performance audio processing, and support for contextually aware machine learning applications.
Which companies can benefit from the Knowles development kit?
OEM and ODM companies in various industries looking to integrate voice and audio capabilities into their devices can benefit from the Knowles development kit.
