The ATMEGA8515L-8AU is a high-performance, low-power microcontroller integrated circuit from the ATmega family by Atmel. It is designed for a wide range of applications, including industrial control systems, automotive applications, sensor networks, and home automation. Featuring an 8-bit AVR RISC microcontroller core, the ATMEGA8515L-8AU offers a wide range of peripherals and connectivity options, making it highly versatile for various electronic designs. It operates at a maximum frequency of 8MHz and provides 8KB of in-system programmable flash memory, 512B of EEPROM, and 512B of SRAM. The microcontroller is equipped with advanced on-chip peripherals, including an analog comparator, USART, SPI, and two 8-bit timers/counters, allowing for precise timing and data transfer. It supports multiple communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, and UART, offering integration flexibility and compatibility with a wide range of devices. With its low-power consumption and high-performance capabilities, the ATMEGA8515L-8AU is an ideal choice for designers looking for a reliable and efficient microcontroller solution for their project.