Grove Vision AI v2 Kit - with Raspberry Pi OV5647 Camera Module and Seeed Studio XIAO

A high-performance MCU-based AI vision module powered by the Himax WiseEye2 HX6538 processor featuring a dual-core Arm Cortex-M55 with integrated Arm Ethos-U55 neural network unit. Delivers impressive 33ms inference time at 30 FPS while consuming only 0.35W – ideal for battery-powered applications.

Easily deploy AI models from SenseCraft AI including MobileNet, EfficientNet-Lite, and YOLO v5/v8, or train your own custom models. Compatible with XIAO, Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and ESP development boards.

Key Features

• Powerful AI Processing – Dual-core Arm Cortex-M55 with Ethos-U55 NPU
• Fast Performance – 33ms inference, 30 FPS frame rate
• Low Power – Only 0.35W consumption
• Multiple AI Models – MobileNet, EfficientNet-Lite, YOLO v5/v8
• TensorFlow & PyTorch – Both frameworks supported
• Onboard Microphone – PDM mic for audio applications
• SD Card Slot – Store images, video, and results
• Fully Open Source – Code, design files, and schematics available

Specifications

• Processor: Himax WiseEye2 HX6538
• CPU: Dual-core Arm Cortex-M55
• NPU: Arm Ethos-U55
• Camera Interface: Standard CSI (Pi camera compatible)
• Interfaces: I2C, UART, SPI, USB Type-C, Grove
• Audio: PDM microphone
• Storage: SD card slot

Compatibility

• Seeed Studio XIAO series
• Raspberry Pi cameras (CSI)
• Arduino
• ESP development boards
• Home Assistant

Resources

• HX6538 Datasheet
• Himax Examples on GitHub
• SenseCraft AI Platform