Embedded Systems Building Blocks: Complete and Ready-to-Use Modules in C (Hardcover)

by Jean J. Labrosse (Author) "This chapter provides you with an example on how to use some of the embedded systems building blocks described in this book..." (more)
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Get a clear explanation of microcontroller theory and functional code modules that can be used to create basic embedded system functions.

Take the mystery out of embedded systems design with concrete programming examples. You will learn:

-- the anatomy of a real-time kernel by exploring the author's operating system, MicroC/OS-II.

-- key concepts unique to embedded systems and real-time kernels with hands-on exercises manipulating the real-time system modules.

-- methods of software development for embedded systems by experimenting with code modules to modify functionality of the systems.

-- scaled arithmetic, or fixed-point math, which is an essential concept for skilled embedded systems developers.

Save time building your own RTOS. You will save days -- or even weeks -- of development time by using the fully functional source code modules that provide the common processes of embedded systems. The author is renowned for his highly consistent code. Hardware interface functions have been carefully isolated in these programs, minimizing the work needed to adapt each module for specific microprocessor hardware. Complete code is provided for these elements, freeing you to work on the unique parts of your designs.

This second edition features revisions that support the latest version of the author's popular operating system and book, "MicroC/OS-II". Programs have been reorganized to make them easier to understand and the following sections have been improved:

-- A substantially revised chapter on real-time concepts that introduces key concepts unique to embedded systems and the use of real-time kernels.

-- A new chapter on PC services (the use of industrial PCs as embedded devices).

-- A reference section for each of the building blocks that makes the code easier to use.

About the Author
Jean J. Labrosse is a senior technical staff member at Dynalco Controls in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. He has a master's degree in electrical engineering and has been designing embedded systems for many years. Labrosse is the author of the popular operating system and book MicroC/OS-II: The Real-Time Kernel. He has written articles for numerous magazines, and is a regular lecturer and advisory board member for the Embedded Systems Conference.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 616 pages
• Publisher: R&D Books; 2.00 edition (January 12, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0879306041
• ISBN-13: 978-0879306045
• Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 8.1 x 1.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #207,699 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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27 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent content and easy to follow., July 5, 1998

By	[e-mail] "embedit32" (Tallahassee, FL) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Embedded Systems Building Blocks: Complete and Ready-To-Use Modules in C/Book and Disk (Paperback)

An excellent book for those new to Embedded Systems concepts. Not really for experienced users but still a good solid reference. This book doesn't assume that you know everything already like most books. By using these ready to use C modules all the user needs to do is to make some minor changes in order to get a project off the ground. Concepts are explained very clearly with no nonsense and without being too simplistic. Topics are interesting. It even utilizes a real time kernel. ( his own but that's OK ) I highly recommend this book.

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A hands-on and practical guide to low-level programming, April 25, 2000

By	Jean Louis Gareau (United States) - See all my reviews

This book from Jean Labrosse is right in line with the author's other book (Micro-C/OS II): simple, right to the point and tremendously useful. The book really demystifies some concepts too often omitted in other books, such as real-time systems concepts. The author provides numerous pictures, which are far easier to understand that any written explanations. I can't wait to read more from Labrosse.

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book if you have no...., November 21, 2002

By	srg "srg" (Indiana, USA) - See all my reviews

If you have experience in writing device driver (for any OS) this book is not the best choice. But if you don't, this book is an excellent one. This book takes you through each and every step involved in building various kinds of device driver for the system. The content is written to make sure you understand the concept(s).