Practice Interrupt Handling Process (3.3.3) - Memory Interfacing and Data Transfer Mechanisms
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Interrupt Handling Process

Practice - Interrupt Handling Process

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Question 1 Easy

What does the CPU do when it receives an interrupt?

💡 Hint: Think about the steps involved after recognizing an interrupt.

Question 2 Easy

What is an ISR?

💡 Hint: Consider the purpose of the ISR.

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Question 1

What is the first step the CPU takes upon receiving an interrupt?

Execute the ISR
Complete the current instruction
Acknowledge the interrupt

💡 Hint: Remember the order of operations when dealing with interrupts.

Question 2

True or False: An ISR can run without the CPU saving its context first.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about the importance of context when dealing with interrupts.

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Challenge 1 Hard

If the CPU is currently executing a sequence of instructions and processes a hardware interrupt request, outline the steps it follows in sequential order and discuss potential pitfalls of skipping any steps.

💡 Hint: Reflect on why context matters when dealing with pending interrupts.

Challenge 2 Hard

Consider a microcontroller in a robotic arm application that must react instantly to safety shutdown signals. Describe how you would implement the interrupt handling for safety signals, outlining each step and discussing how you would ensure efficiency.

💡 Hint: Consider the priorities of different interrupts.

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