Embedded systems are hardware solutions that are combined with specific software control. They are tiny systems that have memory and can calculate and measure.
In addition, they send a signal when necessary. They are integrated into everyday devices that can therefore display intelligent behavior. This way you guarantee safety and ease of use and increase the connectivity of an electronic product. Read more PCB board assembly.
An embedded system is also referred to as an integrated system or an embedded system. Some examples of devices that contain these systems:
- Phones: updates that provide new functions
- Doorbells: with camera and recording functions
- Alarm systems: send different signals
- Smart thermostats: take the weather and where you are into account (geofencing)
- Fridges: that pour voice-controlled water for you
- Door locks: remotely lock and unlock
Software integrated in hardware
Measurement and control systems in electronic products ensure that a machine, tool or device does what it is supposed to do. In other words, these products must be able to perform the operations for which they are intended.
Previously, electronic measuring and control systems consisted entirely of hardware. An embedded system consists of both hardware and software.
Thanks to embedded systems, software (intelligence) are now increasingly found in devices (hardware). This gives the possibility to add or adjust functions within the same device.
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Application of embedded systems
Embedded systems are increasingly used in machines and tools, but also more and more in everyday devices: from fragrance dispenser with timer to smart plugs and lamps. On the one hand because these systems are becoming cheaper and on the other hand because these systems are becoming more accessible and easier to process.
As a result, there is now a great diversity of embedded systems on the market. Both for large and small equipment. In addition, you will increasingly find embedded systems in hospital equipment and robots in healthcare.
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