Robotics & Power IO Extender for UNIHIKER K10 / micro:bit

The IO Extender for UNIHIKER K10 serves as a powerful expansion shield, transforming the UNIHIKER K10 AI Coding Learning Board into a hub of creativity and functionality. By expanding all onboard IO pins into a more efficient layout, it offers stable, high-current power that supports demanding peripherals, such as servos and AI cameras, with ease.

Powering multiple servo motors often results in insufficient energy, causing jittery and unpredictable movements. This extender solves that problem with four dedicated servo interfaces that directly connect to a main 5V power source, ensuring smooth and consistent motion crucial for robotics, from precise robotic arms to agile walkers.

Featuring clearly labeled ports, the IO Extender simplifies connectivity, making it perfect for rapid prototyping and intuitive assembly. This is enhanced by the inclusion of four versatile C-ports that handle both analog and digital signals. These ports accommodate popular sensors, such as the 18B20 and DHT11, making the creation of environmental monitors or data loggers straightforward.

For AI-focused projects, a dedicated I2C interface supports the HuskyLens AI Vision Sensor effortlessly. By supplying stable power from the main terminal, this extender ensures reliable AI camera operations during intense tasks like object recognition, minimizing the risk of power-related failures and making AI integration hassle-free.

This extender offers seamless compatibility with the entire micro:bit series. Thoughtful features, including an onboard passive buzzer and separate MicroUSB power port, cater specifically to micro:bit users. The strategic design of its power inputs prevents accidental connections, enhancing safety and reliability in educational or workshop settings.