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How does Lectec use Raspberry Pi?
What if a tiny computer could power smart technology—and even enhance Lectec’s electric vehicle kits? Let's explore how Raspberry Pi expands Lectec's electric vehicle kit's capabilities!
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Edison Chen
Who is Raspberry Pi?
Curious on how the AI + RasPi Add-On Pack works with Lectec? First, let's quickly get to know who Raspberry Pi is and what they do.Raspberry Pi is a company based in the United Kingdom that designs and produces small, affordable single-board computers. These compact yet powerful devices allow users to explore coding, robotics, automation, and artificial intelligence in a hands-on way.
Built on the Arm architecture and running the Linux operating system, their products cater to everyone from students learning to code to engineers developing smart technology.
With their strong global community, Raspberry Pi continues to drive innovation, making advanced computing accessible to learners, makers, and professionals alike.
Big Ben Tower in London, United Kingdom, Photo taken by vwalakte
How Raspberry Pi Works
AI + Raspberry Pi
Compatible
Unlock advanced capabilities with a Raspberry Pi module running AI/ML onboard! Use real-time object detection with a camera to make your vehicle smarter—like slowing down when a car is ahead or sounding a buzzer for obstacles like potholes. Experience the future of coding and control as your ride adapts intelligently to its surroundings.
After learning who Raspberry Pi is, how does it actually work?
The Raspberry Pi Zero 2 W is a compact yet powerful single-board computer that brings enhanced processing power and connectivity. Featuring a quad-core 64-bit Arm Cortex-A53 CPU clocked at 1GHz, it delivers a significant performance boost over its predecessor. With built-in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), the Zero 2 W enables seamless wireless communication, allowing for real-time data tracking and remote-control capabilities.
Raspberry Pi's Zero 2 W Product Photo
The Raspberry Pi AI Camera is modeled after the Sony IMX500 Intelligent Vision Sensor. By combining a 12-megapixel CMOS image sensor with on-board AI processing, it runs a neural network model directly on the camera module, reducing the processing load on the Raspberry Pi itself. It augments captured images or videos with tensor metadata, enabling real-time object detection, navigation assistance, and performance tracking.
Raspberry Pi's AI Camera Product Photo
Raspberry Pi's Integration in Lectec’s Electric Vehicle Kits
Now that you know what Raspberry Pi is, how does it work with Lectec's electric vehicle kits?
Our AI + RasPi Add-On Pack comes with a few things: Raspberry Pi Zero 2W, Raspberry Pi AI Cam, a RailCore case, camera extension cable, SD card, and Raspberry Pi AI examples & tutorials:
AI + RasPi Add-On Pack option on Lectec's Product Page
Let’s start with the Raspberry Pi Zero 2W, a compact yet powerful single board computer that will serve as the processing core of our electric vehicle kits. With its quad-core Arm Cortex-A53 processor, it provides the computational power needed for automation, real-time data processing, and wireless connectivity, acting as the bridge between hardware and software for advanced vehicle control.
Girls at CSIU riding Lectec's Electric Skateboards in an Obstacle Course
So how does the AI camera come into play? When the two are paired, they enable real-time object recognition, movement tracking, and automated responses like slowing down or stopping when detecting obstacles. It can also generate alerts for potholes or road hazards, enhancing automation. This data is then relayed to our custom microcontroller, VESC EDU, ensuring precise speed control, battery optimization, and remote monitoring.
Two Girls at CCNY working together building Lectec's Electric Skateboard Kit
By integrating Raspberry Pi into Lectec’s DIY kits, users gain hands-on experience with AI-driven automation, machine learning, and embedded computing. Whether it’s programming smart safety features, optimizing energy efficiency, or enhancing control systems, these modules transform electric vehicles into intelligent machines that respond to their environment.
Ready to take your electric vehicle to the next level? Explore Lectec’s electric vehicle kits and discover how Raspberry Pi technology can enhance performance, automation, and learning.
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