1.1.3 Embedded Systems Flashcards
1
Q
Embedded system
A
Computers built into other devices
2
Q
Examples of embedded systems
A
-Dishwashers
-Microwaves
-TVs
3
Q
What are embedded systems used as
A
Control systems
4
Q
How are embedded systems control systems
A
They monitor and control machinery to achieve a desired result
5
Q
How does a dishwasher embedded system work
A
The embedded system controls the water pump and water release mechanisms, manages the dishwasher cycles and controls the thermostat to keep the water at an appropriate temperature
6
Q
Advantages of embedded systems
A
Easier to design, cheaper, more efficient than a computer
7
Q
Why are embedded systems easier to design
A
They are dedicated to a single task
