Practice The Dawn (1960s) (1.1.2.1) - Introduction to Embedded Systems, ASICs, and ASIPs
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The Dawn (1960s)

Practice - The Dawn (1960s)

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Question 1 Easy

Define an embedded system.

💡 Hint: Think about its purpose and tasks.

Question 2 Easy

What was the Apollo Guidance Computer (AGC)?

💡 Hint: Consider its role in the Apollo missions.

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Question 1

What was the primary purpose of the Apollo Guidance Computer?

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Guidance and control
Data processing

💡 Hint: Think about its key functions during missions.

Question 2

True or False: The AGC was designed to operate in extreme environments.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider the environment it operated in.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Identify and analyze how the lessons learned from the AGC can improve current embedded system designs. Provide examples.

💡 Hint: Consider how processing speed impacts safety.

Challenge 2 Hard

Evaluate the importance of dedicated functionality in modern embedded systems and predict future trends in this area.

💡 Hint: Think about how AI is influencing dedicated tasks.

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