EMBEDDED DEVICES & SOLUTIONS
Specialized computing systems designed to perform dedicated functions, often within larger mechanical or electrical systems
Our IoT solutions includes end to end solution from custom embeded device development and its integration with local server and cloud services. Some of the embedded boards we used in our solutions are Arduino, Raspberry Pi, BeagleBone, STM32 etc. Different solutions developed by integrating these boards through Serial Communication with Barcode Scanner, RFID Module, GPS Module, Environmental Sensors (Temperature Sensors, Humidity Sensors, Pressure Sensors, Gas Sensors), Motion and Position Sensors (Accelerometers, Gyroscopes, Magnetometers, Proximity and Distance Sensors), Light and Sound Sensors.
Key Features:
Resource Constraints:
Limited Processing Power: Embedded systems typically use microcontrollers or processors with limited computational capabilities.
Memory Limitations: Both RAM and storage are usually restricted, requiring efficient use of available memory.
Power Efficiency: Many embedded devices need to operate on low power, often running on batteries, necessitating power-efficient designs.
Real-Time Operation:
Deterministic Performance: Real-time systems must respond to inputs or events within a strict time frame, which is critical for applications like automotive control systems or medical devices.
Priority Scheduling: Tasks are often prioritized to ensure critical functions are performed within their deadlines.
Specific Functionality:
Dedicated Tasks: Unlike general-purpose computers, embedded systems are designed to perform specific tasks or a set of tasks efficiently.
Custom Hardware: Hardware components are often tailored to the specific needs of the application, which can include custom circuit boards, sensors, and actuators.
Reliability and Stability:
High Reliability: Our embedded systems often operate in critical environments where failures can lead to significant consequences, so they must be highly reliable.
Robustness: Our systems are designed to handle extreme conditions such as temperature variations, vibrations, and other environmental factors.
Real-World Interaction:
Sensor Integration: These devices frequently interact with various sensors to gather data from their environment.
Actuator Control: Also control actuators to perform actions based on processed data.
Communication Interfaces:
Networking: These devices can communicate with other devices or systems, using protocols like UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, Ethernet, or wireless standards such as Wi-Fi, LoRA, Bluetooth, and Zigbee.
Protocols: Support for industry-specific communication protocols, such as MQTT, JMS, REST etc.
Software Development:
Firmware: Typically written in low-level languages like C or C++ to optimize performance and resource usage.
Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS): RTOS is common to manage tasks and ensure real-time performance.
Linux Boards: For Linux boards like Raspberry Pi and BeagleBone developed applications in Java, Python, C++ and Node-Red.
Security:
Data Protection: Robust security measures to protect data and prevent unauthorized access.
Secure Boot and Firmware Updates: Secured system boots and firmware updates are authenticated to prevent tampering.
Compliance and Standards:
Regulatory Compliance: Adherence to industry standards and regulations (e.g., ISO, IEC, FDA, CE) is crucial, especially in fields like automotive, healthcare, and aerospace.
Testing and Certification: Rigorous testing and certification processes are followed to ensure reliability and safety.
Lifecycle Management:
Quick & Long-Term Support: Support for both hardware and software.
Maintenance and Updates: Efficient strategies for maintaining and updating devices in the field, often remotely, are provided.