1. Give three reasons why it is important to study embedded systems. Name three (3) field-specific application areas of embedded systems and for each application area give two (2) product types that use embedded systems.
2. With the support of a functional block diagram, briefly describe the processes you will follow to build an automated system for a dishwasher.
3. An 8051 microcontroller in an embedded device has memory capacity of 2 GB. Find the number of address lines that will be required to address the memory on board and the number of memory addresses.
4. NASA recently launched a vehicle to the planet Pluto to scout for information. Lists five (5) embedded system components on the Pluto vehicle, the specification of each component and briefly describe the function of each component.
5. List and discuss three (3) design constraints you may consider necessary for the design of a tollbooth control system for the university.
6. Suppose you have been tasked implemented an embedded controller system for a traffic light system. Give four (4) reasons why you will prefer microcontroller for your development as against microprocessor system.