Using the chipKIT to apply a novel concept for configuring embedded online labs

The usage of embedded online laboratories is frequent nowadays, because these include both the data acquisition and webserver functionality. This results in smaller implementation costs and other advantages. However, the local configuration and control of the embedded laboratory is challenging, because of the lack of peripheral devices (as the keyboard is to a PC). A novel concept for configuring embedded online laboratories (using an Android smartphone) was introduced in September at exp.at'13, in Portugal. This paper presents an implementation of this concept using the chipKIT Max32 prototyping platform. It focuses on several aspects including the challenges faced in order to achieve USB communication between the Android mobile device and the chipKIT Max32.