What is an Embedded System?
What is an Embedded System? One of the perennial questions I keep getting asked is, “What is an embedded system?” Strange as it may seem, the problem isn’t that we…
Are Mobile Devices Embedded Systems?
Are Mobile Devices Embedded Systems? If an embedded system can move while operating, is it still an embedded system, or is it now a mobile device? This is a question…
Want to Learn Programming and Microcontrollers?
Want to Learn Programming and Microcontrollers? Want to Learn Programming and Microcontrollers?The funny thing about knowing something yourself is that you tend to assume everyone else knows it also. This…
The information age explained
The information age explained The Centre for Computing History looks to explore the historical and social impact of computing. Neil Tyler met up with its CEO and founder. Less than…
Modern languages of unseating C
Modern languages of unseating C Modern languages of unseating C The world of embedded systems programming is littered with the remains of languages that promised to be better than C…
Wireless Charging Continues to Drive Forwards
Wireless Charging Continues to Drive Forwards So, why isn’t every consumer device charged wirelessly? Charging cables and power leads have always proved to be a nuisance, and are something that…
Insanely Small Complete Microcontroller Development Board
Insanely Small Complete Microcontroller Development Board Creating minimalist solutions within tight constraints is one of Alun Morris’ passions. Their latest design is the insanely small T402 Atto microcontroller development board.…
6 Reasons to Switch to Resistive and Capacitive Touchscreens
6 Reasons to Switch to Resistive and Capacitive Touchscreens Top reasons why companies are moving away from membrane switches and implementing resistive and capacitive touchscreens. Resource: 6 reasons to Resistive…
WHAT IS AVR MICROCONTROLLER?
AVR MICROCONTROLLER : An AVR microcontroller is a type of device manufactured by Atmel, which has particular benefits over other common chips, but first what is a microcontroller? AVR Mircocontrollers…
Unleash Power saving mode Microcontrollers
Power saving mode Microcontrollers Why is reducing power consumption is important? Hardware vs. Software methods The need to balance power consumption with performance needs !Examples How to Save Power !Power…