Example Embedded Systems

• Abstract
• 1. Introduction
• 2. Example Embedded Systems
• 3. Computer Design Requirements
  • 3.1. Real time/reactive operation
  • 3.2. Small size, low weight
  • 3.3. Safe and reliable
  • 3.4. Harsh environment
  • 3.5. Cost sensitivity
• 4. System-level requirements
  • 4.1. End-product utility
  • 4.2. System safety & reliability
  • 4.3. Controlling physical systems
  • 4.4. Power management
• 5. Life-cycle support
  • 5.1. Component acquisition
  • 5.2. System certification
  • 5.3. Logistics and repair
  • 5.4. Upgrades
  • 5.5. Long-term component availability
• 6. Business model
  • 6.1. Design vs. production costs
  • 6.2. Cycle time
  • 6.3. Product families
• 7. Design culture
  • 7.1. Computer culture vs. other cultures
  • 7.2. Accounting for cost of engineering design
  • 7.3. Inertia
• 8. Conclusions
• Acknowledgements
• References