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Designing Embedded Hardware (Paperback)

by John Catsoulis (Author)
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  • Paperback: 396 pages
  • Publisher: O'Reilly Media, Inc.; 2 edition (16 May 2005)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0596007558
  • ISBN-13: 978-0596007553
  • Product Dimensions: 23.2 x 17.8 x 2.4 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 2.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 354,519 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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    #31 in  Books > Computing & Internet > Computer Science > Architecture & Microprocessors > Microprocessors > Embedded Systems
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Embedded computer systems literally surround us: they're in our cell phones, PDAs, cars, TVs, refrigerators, heating systems, and more. In fact, embedded systems are one of the most rapidly growing segments of the computer industry today. Along with the growing list of devices for which embedded computer systems are appropriate, interest is growing among programmers, hobbyists, and engineers of all types in how to design and build devices of their own. Furthermore, the knowledge offered by this book into the fundamentals of these computer systems can benefit anyone who has to evaluate and apply the systems. The second edition of Designing Embedded Hardware has been updated to include information on the latest generation of processors and microcontrollers, including the new MAXQ processor. If you're new to this and don't know what a MAXQ is, don't worry--the book spells out the basics of embedded design for beginners while providing material useful for advanced systems designers. Designing Embedded Hardware steers a course between those books dedicated to writing code for particular microprocessors, and those that stress the philosophy of embedded system design without providing any practical information. Having designed 40 embedded computer systems of his own, author John Catsoulis brings a wealth of real-world experience to show readers how to design and create entirely new embedded devices and computerized gadgets, as well as how to customize and extend off-the-shelf systems. Loaded with real examples, this book also provides a roadmap to the pitfalls and traps to avoid. Designing Embedded Hardware Includes: The theory and practice of embedded systems; Understanding schematics and data sheets; Powering an embedded system; Producing and debugging an embedded system; Processors such as the PIC, Atmel AVR, and Motorola 68000-series; Digital Signal Processing (DSP) architectures; Protocols (SPI and I2C) used to add peripherals; RS-232C, RS-422, infrared communication, and USB; CAN and Ethernet networking; Pulse Width Monitoring and motor control. If you want to build your own embedded system, or tweak an existing one, this invaluable book gives you the understanding and practical skills you need.


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Designing Embedded Hardware steers a course between those books dedicated to writing code for particular microprocessors, and those that stress the philosophy of embedded system design without providing any practical information. Loaded with real examples, this book also provides a roadmap to the pitfalls and traps to avoid. If you want to build your own embedded system, or tweak an existing one, this invaluable book gives you the understanding and practical skills you need.

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3.0 out of 5 stars Beginners Guide, 11 May 2004
If you are a hobbyist or student of electronic engineering, you will find this book a good introduction to embedded systems hardware. However, one third of the book is dedicated to basic electronics and construction, which is better served elsewhere. The remainder covers the more relevant subject of microcontrollers and their peripherals. Following reading this you should be able to progress to reading datasheets and application notes, which experienced engineers rely on.
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9 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Good overall picture of embedded system, 18 Feb 2004
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A fantastic buy for anyone needing a refresher/quick course in designing embedded systems. Brings the train of thought back to basics with a review of basic circuit theory, (but does not patronize) then builds up the technical level at just the right pace. Author has provided some great tips of the trade that otherwise can only be learnt the hard way.
I'm an electronics engineer that spent too long writing software, and needed a reminder of real electronics. This worked brilliantly. Would love to see a similar title "Testing Embedded Hardware/Systems.".
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1.0 out of 5 stars Disapointing, 27 Aug 2007
I rarely write reviews, but after wasting £20 on this, I felt compelled.

This book is perhaps more suitable for somebody with absolutely no electronics or programming knowledge at all. If you have even the slightest knowledge in these areas, you are probably way beyond the level of this book already.
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