Embedded systems
Introduction
Embedded Systems are hardware/software systems, built into devices that are not necessarily recognized as computerized devices. They fulfill a dedicated function within a larger mechanical or electrical system, often with real-time computing constraints. These systems do control the functionality and perceived quality of these devices. Some specific examples of embedded systems include: controllers for the ABS of a car or the operation of its engine, the automatic pilot of an aircraft, the chip set and software within a set-top box for a digital TV, a pacemaker, chips within telecom switching equipment, ambient devices, and control systems embedded in robots and in process plants (including its sensors, actuators, control algorithms, filters, etc.).
Suggested Topics
Topics addressed by this track include:
Energy management and smart grids
Hardware security
Low-power wireless systems
Reconfigurable computing
Network on a chip
Extreme wireless systems (underground, underwater, in-pipe, etc.)
Information
For specific information on the content of this track, you may contact the track chair: Paul Havinga and Yanqiu Huang.