: Independent units that do not require a host system (e.g., microwave ovens).
: Portable devices with power and memory limitations (e.g., smartphones). The Embedded Design Cycle Embedded System Design : Embedded Systems, Foun...
An embedded system typically consists of a microcomputer (microcontroller or microprocessor) interfaced with sensors to collect data and actuators to perform physical actions. Unlike general-purpose computers, these systems are application-specific and often subject to strict performance, power, and real-time constraints. Classification of Systems : Independent units that do not require a host system (e
: Designed to provide outputs within specific time deadlines. Embedded System Design : Embedded Systems, Foun...
Embedded systems are often categorized based on their performance requirements and functional complexity: