Assignment: Design Considerations PRQs

What are the critical factors examined in advanced embedded system design according to the document?

• Cost, size, and weight

• Performance, reliability, and security

• Speed, efficiency, and cost

• Design, aesthetics, and usability

What are embedded systems primarily designed for?

• General-purpose computing

• Specific functions with tight constraints

• Entertainment purposes

• Large-scale data processing

In which areas are embedded systems commonly found?

• Only in consumer electronics

• Only in medical devices

• From consumer electronics to critical infrastructure and medical devices

• Only in critical infrastructure

What challenges are associated with the growing complexity of embedded systems?

• Decreased functionality

• Simplified design processes

• Significant design challenges due to rising expectations for functionality, connectivity, and security

• Reduced security concerns

What were the characteristics of embedded systems in the 1970s-1980s?

• Multi-core architectures and AI integration

• 32-bit processors and expanded connectivity

• Simple 8-bit microcontrollers with limited memory

• Edge computing capabilities

Which era saw the emergence of embedded operating systems?

• 1970s-1980s

• 1990s-2000s

• 2010s-Present

• 2020s-2030s

What advancements characterize embedded systems from the 2010s to the present?

• Simple 8-bit microcontrollers

• 32-bit processors

• Multi-core architectures and IoT connectivity

• Basic functionality with limited memory

Which component of advanced embedded systems is responsible for forming the system's brain?

• Memory Architecture

• Processing Units

• I/O and Interfaces

• Communication Modules

What does the memory architecture in advanced embedded systems typically include?

• Only RAM

• Flash, RAM, and sometimes external storage

• Only external storage

• Only flash memory

Which component enables interaction with sensors, displays, and external devices in advanced embedded systems?

• Processing Units

• Memory Architecture

• I/O and Interfaces

• Communication Modules