TUTORIAL 3


INTERFACING TO THE REAL WORLD

Instructor: Kim Fowler

Wednesday, 22 May 2002, 3.00PM-4.30PM


This tutorial outlines the techniques for interfacing a real-time embedded system to the physical world. It examines specific examples of inputs, outputs, and signal processing. It covers the following issues:
  • Inputs

  • Switches

  • Sensors

  • Analog preprocessing

  • Analog-to-digital conversion

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  • Outputs

  • LEDs and lamps

  • Displays

  • Relays and coils

  • Motors

  • Amplifiers

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  • Embedded system architecture.