Real-Time Embedded Multithreading Using ThreadX and MIPS [Paperback]

Edward L. Lamie (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 26, 2008 | ISBN-10: 1856176312 | ISBN-13: 978-1856176316 | Edition: 1

Real-Time Embedded Multithreading contains the fundamentals of developing real-time operating systems and multithreading with all the new functionality of ThreadX Version 5. This MIPS edition covers all the new ThreadX 5 features including Real-Time Event-Chaining, Run-Time Performance Metrics, and Run-Time Statck Analysis as specified for MIPS. ThreadX has been deployed in approximately 500 million devices worldwide including cell phones, digital cameras, and laser printers. General concepts and terminology are detailed along with problem solving of common pitfalls. The features and services of ThreadX are reviewed. The book is technology agnostic and applicable to all types of microprocessors.

*A great introduction to real-time systems including general concepts and terminology
*An insider shares his knowledge on ThreadX 5, a real-time operating system
*A limited version of the ThreadX 5 software is packaged on a CD-ROM with the book
to run all sample projects and the case study

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About the Author

Edward L. Lamie is a Professor Emeritus of Computer Science. His areas of academic emphasis during his 31 years in higher education have been in the areas of software engineering and operating systems. He was also the founding chair of computer science departments at Central Michigan University and California State University, Stanislaus. Ed continues to teach occasional graduate-level courses and conducts hands-on RTOS training classes for Express Logic, Inc.

Product Details

• Paperback: 488 pages
• Publisher: Newnes; 1 edition (December 26, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1856176312
• ISBN-13: 978-1856176316
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.4 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,280,504 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Clear exposition of a challenging subject, March 2, 2009

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This review is from: Real-Time Embedded Multithreading Using ThreadX and MIPS (Paperback)

Developing real-time multithreading applications that are fast, compact and low power is at best a challenge. Lamie gives the reader a clear introduction the subject, focusing on what the RTOS can do for you. The example code in each chapter is built around TheadX, one of the most popular RTOSs, as well as a generic MIPS architecture, but the techniques are universally applicable. The 40-page case study in the last chapter--with all code on the companion disk--brings it all together as the reader builds a real-time video/audio/motion (VAM) recording system. The last third of the book is a complete ThreadX reference manual. If you're new to the subject, this book is valuable; if you also plan to use ThreadX, it's invaluable.