When you hear the term computing systems, the first thing that comes to mind is

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When you hear the term computing systems, the first thing that comes to mind is probably a personal computer (PC). Actually, there is more than that in our life.

Another well-known category is embedded systems. Embedded systems depend mainly on integrated circuits (IC).

There are many computing systems beside the personal computer (PC). The embedded system is a very important computing system especially in industry. What is an embedded system? What are some of its applications in the real world?

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Embedded System :

An embedded system is a computer system with a dedicated function within a larger mechanical or electrical system, often with real-time computing constraints.It is embedded as part of a complete device often including hardware and mechanical parts.

Applications of Embedded System in Real World :

The followings are some Real World applications of Embedded Systems.

i.e. Pocket remote control RF transmitter   Industrial equipment controller

     Military signal processing (e.g., Radar/Sonar)

Mobile phone Digital camera   Robots   Point of sales terminals

Automatic Chocolate Vending Machine

Stepper motor controllers for a robotics system Washing or cooking system

Multitasking Toys

Microcontroller- based single or multi-display digital panel meter for voltage, current, resistance and frequency

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