Robomotic's Lab

Hello guys,

STMicron is producing recently some very good Arm Cortex boards, so I was very excited and I bought for example an STM32F103-512 module based on the Arm Cortex M3 stamp.

This fantastic new stamp module features the very powerful ST Microelectronics STM32F103 Micorocontroller, with the high-performance, high-speed 32-bit ARM Cortex M3 core processor, executing an amazing 90 MIPS. This microcontroller includes a serial debug mode as well as a Cortex-M3 Embedded Trace mode for easy testing and fault finding. The STM32F013 has a huge 512k of high access speed Flash Program Memory ideal for the largest of embedded applications. This module really delivers with high 32-bit speed combined with a large memory area, together with a host of peripherals to support the most demanding applications, all at a very competitive price.

STAMP module open source

This little board was designed by the electronic guru Elio (a great friend) and sits nicely a the bottom of the STM32 module.

The boards features a voltage supply block, a USB adapter, a Micro SD adapter and debug LEDs, we have also etched few boards and tested on the STM32 stamp. It worked out quite well.

The project files are availabe at the git repository:

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More info

Programs can be downloaded directly to the module via a simple RS-232 Connection on the module, with easy-to use download software combined with the boot-loader already installed on the chip. Updates and program modifications can be completed simply without the need to remove or place the module in a programmer.

Also included on the module is 16 channels with high-accuracy 12 bit A/D Converters, as well as 2 D/A converters for robotic applications, as well as up to 5 USARTS for easy interfacing to a computer or monitoring system. A total of 48 I/O points are included on the module, together with a CAN interface, I2C ports and a USB connection. A number of power saving modes are also available to support battery operated and low power systems. Also included within the Microcontroller is a Real-Time Clock and Four 16-Bit Timers.

A number of software tools are available from Third Party Suppliers for code development in C or Assembly Language. Training and Development boards for this module are available from Futurlec.

Our new ET-STM32 Stamp Module offers incredible value for money in a high-performance, large memory miniature module, which will suit a wide range of embedded applications and controllers. Utilizing the powerful ARM Cortex M3 processor, the unit is ideal for real-time high-speed applications, together with optimized support for writing code in high-level programming languages.

Features
• Includes ST Microelectronics STM32F103 Microcontroller with 512kb Internal Flash Program Memory
• 32-Bit ARM Cortex M3 Processor Bit running at 72MHz or 90 MIPS
• Direct In-Circuit Program Download with RS-232 Connection
• Up to 48 I/O points
• 16 Channels 12-Bit A/D Converters
• 2 Channels 12-Bit D/A Converters
• 1 CAN Channel
• 5 USARTS and 2 I2C Ports, together with SPI
• Two 32-Bit Timers with Four Capture and Compare Channels
• On-Board Real-Time Clock with External Back-Up Battery Connection
• Power LED and Boot LED's
• Boot Load and Reset Buttons
• Easy to Install and Remove
• Ideal as an Interchangeable Controller for Real-Time Systems