An embedded system is a microprocessor based hardware system integrated with software, designed to handle a particular function or entire system functionalities. With the rapid growth in terms of ...

In a previous post I proposed that the differences between developing for embedded versus application-level systems are poorly distinguished and that, as an industry, we are paying an increasingly ...

In any system design, there are always trade-offs that need to be made. Unfortunately, there is rarely a time when you can get your cake and eat it, too! Modern embedded systems have exceptionally ...

You might argue that the interface and abstraction will cost too much. That’s a misconception. An extra function call won't ...

Whether wired or wireless, adding network connectivity to an embedded system is a potential game changer. Connectivity, especially to the Internet, brings a host of opportunities and challenges not ...

Conversely,experienced embedded designers know to mask or tent BGA vias at thedesign and layout level. Even when this step is omitted, adesign-for-manufacture (DFM) check mapped out at the planning ...

What are the main issues behind the “painful” process of embedded-systems design? Shortages of resources, components, and talent plague the design process. How the instability of toolsets and driver ...

Altium has unveiled Altium Designer 12, the latest version of its unified electronics design solution, at Embedded World, Nuremberg. According to Altium, Designer 12 is an 'industry leading' software ...

At this year’s embedded world, Altium will showcase its latest and most significant product release to date: Altium Designer 18. In addition, Altium will introduce the new and improved visual power ...

Despite the fears that Moore’s Law has finally reached its end, the microelectronics sector has adapted to new physical constraints and product requirements through sustained innovation and creativity ...