Why embedded systems need stack analysis and how to monitor it

Guide to stack analysis for embedded systems: using static analysis and Polyspace to estimate and monitor stack usage, integrate into CI, and reduce overflow risk.

Serial Data Conversion Between Unions and Structs

Explains converting serial byte sequences to IEEE-754 floats in C using unions or structs, and how system endianness affects byte order and interpretation.

Implementing a Heap Across Noncontiguous SRAM on STM32F407

Explains using FreeRTOS heap_5 to combine STM32F407 CCM and SRAM into a single heap, overriding new/delete in IAR EWARM 7.40 to enable 164KB dynamic allocation.

Challenges Selecting DC/DC Power Modules for Embedded Systems

Guide for selecting a DC/DC power module in embedded systems: isolation needs, temperature grades, power margin, and performance-cost tradeoffs.

Why Are Crystal Oscillators Placed Next to ICs?

Explains the role of the crystal oscillator in providing precise clock signals for timing, synchronization, and PCB placement considerations for ICs.

Is an FPGA an Embedded System?

Explains FPGA fundamentals and how FPGAs integrate with embedded systems, covering programmable logic, hardware acceleration, and their complementary roles.

FPGA vs Embedded Systems: Differences and Connections

Compare FPGA and embedded systems: architectural differences, use cases, and integration options, including hardware acceleration, processor cores, and real-time control.

FPGA vs Embedded Systems: Which Is More Difficult?

Compare FPGA and embedded systems complexity: hardware-level FPGA design versus software-focused embedded development, with guidance on choosing by skills and application.

Relationship Between Embedded Systems and FPGAs

Technical overview of FPGA and embedded systems integration: hardware roles, development interaction, and decision factors to choose FPGA or embedded software for system design.

Common Sensors in Smart Buildings

Technical overview of smart building sensors—temperature, humidity, CO2, motion, smoke and energy monitoring—with selection criteria for accuracy, range, and integration.