2.2. Hardware Layer

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does MCU stand for?

   Hint

   It is a key component of embedded systems.

2. 2.

   Is RAM volatile or non-volatile?

   Hint

   Think about the data stored when power is off.

3. 3.

   What type of memory is RAM?

   • Volatile
   • Non-volatile
   • Both

   Hint

   Think about what happens when the computer shuts down.

4. 4.

   True or False: A Microcontroller can include RAM and Flash memory on a single chip.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider what makes MCUs compact.

5. 5.

   Design a small embedded system for monitoring temperature. What components would you include and why?

   Hint

   Think about the system's functionality and data flow.

6. 6.

   Analyze the impact of choosing Flash memory over traditional hard drives in an embedded system.

   Hint

   Consider application scenarios for embedded systems.