Questions tagged [embedded-systems]
Systems that have some or all components embedded into the computing process instead of being separate — usually achieved with a single circuit board. Use this tag for questions about small, single-board devices.
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Minimal serial console
I have some embedded systems with RS-232 interfaces. But these days new computers with RS-232 interface seems quite rare, so I am wondering what alternatives might exist.
I know there are RS-232 to ...
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Embedded System with PWM support
So I need a Raspberry Pi sized (can be smaller or a bit larger) embedded computer that can output PWM signal natively. The Raspberry Pi can output PWM signals, but only with a maximum resolution of 0....
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Which ARM micro controller should I choose for my major project?
I'm taking up a major project for my final year in college through which I plan on learning about the ARM architecture.
I want to build my own custom development board instead of using a pre-designed ...
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Embedded Hardware platforms that support Android's FusedLocationProvider
Background: I want to use Android's FusedLocationProvider to provide location data onboard an indoor/outdoor robot. The FusedLocationProvider leverages GPS, WiFi, Cell Tower, and Bluetooth data to ...
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Embedded linux alternatives to Raspberry Pi: corruption-proof on power removal
I'm trying to make a toy for my son-in-law. It's a robot with a complex web/app interface, currently based on the Raspberry Pi. The RPi has everything I need (and more). With one exception:
Because ...
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Digital Sensors for Single Board Computers
I'm looking for some digital sensors, (temperature, pressure, lux, humidity), that I can run for a long distance, (80m).
The onewire temperature DS18B20 sensor looks good, (https://www.adafruit.com/...
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Hardware for adjustable timer with intermittent vibration and buzzer
What can I specifically use for a push button adjustable timer that can be programmed to interact with intermittent vibration and a buzzer at the end of the loop. Is there already something embedded ...
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Best quad core, 50Mhz microcontroller with 4MiB RAM
I am that not satisfied with the Arduino's microcontroller's power (but of course satisfied with the I/O on the Arduino mega).
I need:
at least 4 cores, and
at least 4MiB of RAM and running at 50mhz (...
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Are there any examples of non-residential EN54 fire alarm systems that use WIFI for communication?
I am undertaking a research project on behalf of a client looking at fire alarm / smoke detection systems aimed at a non-domestic, non-residential market; looking at around 200+ odd devices that may ...
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Is there any MPU, MCU or SOC that have SIL certification?
Is it possible only a component have a SIL level,
For example is there a processor that have IEC 61508 SIL4 certificate or EN 50126 SIL4 certificate.
If there exists what would you recommend to me ...
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Need a somewhat broad rf antenna to detect cellphone rf
If I were trying to detect cellphones by detecting their rf communication with cell towers I would need an antenna and an rf detector which connects to the antenna. Cell phones operate at a variety of ...
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Robust Industrial Camera sought which is small enough to fit
For our project, we need to buy a robust industrial cabled camera (ethernet or usb) that is waterproof and has good shock resistance (up to ~50 g force), and has M-connectors (for protection). Also, ...
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Looking for a microcontroller for embedded OS
I'm looking for an MCU with development board on which I can build a small embedded OS.
I'm looking for something along these lines:
At least single digit MBs of EEPROM or flash.
About 1MB or so ...
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Hardware selection recommendations for a embedded like OpenCV project
I need to choose hardware for an OpenCV project that I am working on currently. Space is limited hence I cannot use a full blown computer. The project specs are listed below:
Using two USB 3.0 high ...
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Optical gas sensors for remote sensing vehicle emissions
Remote sensing of vehicle emissions consists of analyzing the emissions of a vehicle passing by using a light source and a light detector (generally in the IR and UV range) to check if the car is ...
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Is there any low cost development board available which supports VP9 encoder at 720p30fps?
Hi I am searching for development board, which cost less than 150$ and also supports VP9 encoding decoding at 720p30fps.
Is there any development board available?
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looking for a singleboard computer for a wireless usb hub (low power consumption,ultra compact, multi-usb host)
I am looking for a very compact single board computer(SBC), that has at least two usb hosts, a low power consumption and ideally a thin form factor.
I want to run to make a usb2.0 scientific camera ...
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Audio DSP that can capture and output on the ultrasonic range
I'm looking for a software programmable DSP embedded platform that is relatively cheap, and can be used for capturing and driving speakers at least on the 60-70 kHz frequency.
Any suggestions?
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Recommendation for new public display
We use a "Samsung SyncMaster 320MXn-3" as a public display in our entrance hall.
The Windows XP Embedded is outdated and we are looking for an alterntive.
The only usage is: Some employees connect ...
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Best embedded Linux mid range processor with video capability
I want to get up and running fast with an embedded Linux processor eval board that is cheap but capable of processing video.
edit: By processing video, I mean it should be able to take a 720p stream ...
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SBC with RS-232 (>= 2) and a case
I am looking for a single-board-computer with the following requirements.
performance is not too important
must support modern Linux (Debian)
2 (better 3) RS-232 interfaces
availability of a compact ...
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Recommendation for small, low-cost, low-energy, fanless, 80686 or x86-64 computer with at least 3 SATA ports using normal connectors instead of mSATA
Per the post subject, is there an x86 computer like this that I can still buy or otherwise acquire in 2019? Used or refurbished is OK as long as it is still reliable. I want a low-cost, low-energy, ...
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