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MINUSCULE Stamp Supercomputer (UPGRADED to Parallel Computing Machine)

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edited 2014-02-21 18:32 in Robotics
The Minuscule Stamp Supercomputer
Create a BS1 array with multiple cores designed for
testing Stamp supercomputer designs.

(demonstration of basic principles to take some characteristics of a supercomputer, in particular the notion of larger multiples of relatively simple processors communicating over a common bus, each doing a portion of a task in parallel)

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Specs for One Stamp
  • Processor Speed: 4 MHz
  • Program Execution Speed: ~2,000 instructions/sec.
  • RAM Size: 16 Bytes (2 I/O, 14 Variable)
  • EEPROM (Program) Size: 256 Bytes ~80 instructions
  • Number of I/O Pins: 8
  • PBASIC Commands = 32
Specs for Two Stamps Minuscule
  • Processor Speed: 8 MHz
  • Program Execution Speed: ~4,000 instructions/sec.
  • RAM Size: 32 Bytes (4 I/O, 28 Variable)
  • EEPROM (Program) Size: 512 Bytes ~160 instructions
  • Number of I/O Pins: 16
  • PBASIC Commands = 32
  • Communication: Serial
  • Interface: One Wire
Here's what Parallax says about the BS1 Engine: It's amazing what you can accomplish with this well-proven microcontroller and its simple PBASIC 1 language. All vital components (processor, clock source, memory, power regulator) are provided on the BS1's tiny PCB; just connect power and go! BASIC Stamp 1 Project Board (#27112) Development / Education Platform for the BASIC Stamp 1 Introduction- When the BASIC Stamp 1 was introduced 10 years ago nobody could foresee the impact this ingenious little controller would have on the electronics world; at both the hobbyist and professional levels. The original BASIC Stamp 1 (BS1) and its big brothers, the BASIC Stamp 2 family, have sold millions of units all over the world, and into every application and industry one can imagine. The BASIC Stamp 1 has been used for years in award-winning Science Fair projects, in industry, in hobbyist and professional robotics, in television and motion picture props and special effects the BS1 has a long and illustrious track record you're in very good company when you choose it. The BS1 Project Board is a low-cost reintroduction of the original BASIC Stamp in a HomeWork Board type platform that has become a standard for students, hobbyists, and even professional engineers. The board includes everything you need to get started with microcontroller applications at minimal expense just add your external circuits, code, and imagination.www.parallax.com/Store/Microcontrollers/BASICStampModules/tabid/134/CategoryID/9/List/0/SortField/0/Level/a/ProductID/3/Default.aspx

Using the BASIC Stamp 1 Project Board
www.parallax.com/Store/Microcontrollers/BASICStampDevelopmentBoards/tabid/137/CategoryID/12/List/0/SortField/0/Level/a/ProductID/119/Default.aspx For students, hobbyists, and professionals who desire the small form and features of the BASIC Stamp® 1 microcontroller, but need a development platform in the mold of the Parallax Board Of Education and HomeWork boards; the BASIC Stamp 1 Project Board is low-cost solution that is sure to fit the bill. The BS1 Project Board consists of a surface-mounted BASIC Stamp 1 on a 3 1/4" x 2 1/2" (8.3 x 6.4 cm) printed circuit board. The board includes a 9V battery clip, a mechanically interlocked 2.1 mm power jack, DB-9 connector for programming, and LM2936 regulator providing 40 mA for your projects.

Features (each board)
  • Red LED power indicator with On/Off Switch
  • Mechanically interlocked power supply to prevent dual connection of wall-pack and 9-volt battery
  • DB9 connector for BS1-IC programming and serial communication during run-time.
  • 0 – P7 I/O pins, Vin, Vdd and Vss connections brought adjacent to prototyping area
  • Includes 1 3/8" x 2" (5.1 x 3.5 cm) solderless breadboard
  • 220 Ω resisitors on all I/O pins for protection
Key Specifications
  • Power Requirements: 5.5 to 15 VDC
  • Communication: Serial for Programming (default to 2400 baud)
  • Dimensions: 4.00 x 3.05 in (102 x 77 mm)
  • Operating Temperature: +32 to +185 °F (0 to 70 °C)
BASIC Stamp 1 Project Board Technical Specifications
Microcontroller......................................... Microchip PIC16C56A
Speed...................................................... 4 MHz
Program Execution Speed ...................... ~2,000 instructions per second
EEPROM Size ........................................ 256 bytes (93LC56)
Program Length ...................................... ~80 instructions
Inputs / Outputs....................................... 8
Source / Sink Current per I/O.................. 20 mA / 25 mA
Source / Sink Current (device) ................ 40 mA / 50 mA
Power Consumption................................ 7 mA running (no loads); 5 mA Sleep (Rev B) 1
PC Interface ............................................ Serial, 4800 baud (programming and DEBUG)
Editor (Windows only) ............................. STAMPW.EXE (Version 2.1 or higher)
Power Supply .......................................... 6 15 volts DC (2.1 mm, center-positive), or 9-volt battery
PCB Size................................................. 31/4" x 21/2" (with 1/8" corner mounting holes)
Project Area ............................................ 13/8" x 2" solderless breadboard or
through-hole mounting pads 2
1. On Rev B boards the power LED remains illuminated when the BASIC Stamp is in sleep mode.
2. Note that not all pads are available for general-purpose use; many are configured for option kits (AppMod connector, parallel and
serial LCD connectors and servo connectors).
Additional Resources
The following materials are available for download from [url]www.parallax.com:[/url]
BASIC Stamp Programming Manual (Downloads Documentation)
BASIC Stamp 1 Applications Notes (Downloads Documentation)
Nuts & Volts "Stamp Applications" Reprints (Downloads Nuts & Volts Columns)
The Elements of PBASIC Style (Downloads Documentation)

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