Embedded Systems
Master the art of creating intelligent devices with microcontrollers and real-time computing
Core Concept
- Dedicated computer systems for specific functions
- Real-time computing and control systems
- Hardware-software integration
- Low-power and efficient design
- Internet of Things (IoT) applications
Microcontrollers
- Arduino family boards (Uno, Mega, Nano)
- ESP32/ESP8266 WiFi modules
- STM32 ARM Cortex processors
- Raspberry Pi Pico (RP2040)
- Board selection for project requirements
Programming
- C/C++ for embedded systems
- Arduino IDE and framework
- PlatformIO development environment
- MicroPython for rapid prototyping
- Real-time operating systems (RTOS)
Sensors & Actuators
- Temperature and humidity sensors
- Motion detectors (PIR, ultrasonic)
- Servo motors and stepper motors
- Relays for power control
- Display interfaces (LCD, OLED)
- Environmental monitoring sensors
Communication Protocols
- I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit)
- SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface)
- UART (Universal Async Receiver/Transmitter)
- Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)
- WiFi and Ethernet connectivity
- MQTT for IoT applications
Practical Applications
- Home automation systems
- Robotics and drone control
- Wearable technology
- Industrial monitoring
- Smart agriculture systems
- Automotive electronics