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This series provides a comprehensive overview of electronics, embedded systems, and flexible circuits. Series 007 covers essential topics from digital and analog design to RF engineering and flexible electronics, diving into the core areas of embedded systems and VLSI (Very-Large-Scale Integration). Lessons also explore the industrial processes for fabricating flexible circuits and advanced electronics.
Lesson 01: Signals and Systems – Foundations
Lesson 01: Signals and Systems – Foundations
Overview:
Introduction to signals and systems, including both continuous and discrete signals, as well as system analysis techniques.
Topics:
Signal Representation (Time Domain vs. Frequency Domain)
Linear Time-Invariant (LTI) Systems
Convolution, Fourier Transform, and Laplace Transform
Applications: Digital Filtering, Control Systems, Communication Systems
Lesson 02: Digital Signal Processing (DSP)
Lesson 02: Digital Signal Processing (DSP)
Overview:
Key concepts in digital signal processing and its application in modern systems.
Topics:
Sampling Theorem and Nyquist Rate
Discrete Fourier Transform (DFT) and Fast Fourier Transform (FFT)
Digital Filters (FIR and IIR Filters)
Applications: Audio Processing, Image Processing, Radar, Communication Systems
Lesson 03: Analog and Mixed-Signal Processing
Lesson 03: Analog and Mixed-Signal Processing
Overview:
The theory and applications of analog and mixed-signal systems.
Topics:
Operational Amplifiers and Filter Design
Analog-to-Digital (ADC) and Digital-to-Analog (DAC) Converters
Mixed-Signal Circuits and Challenges
Applications: Sensor Systems, Data Acquisition, Analog Communication Systems
Lesson 04: RF Engineering and Microwave Circuits
Lesson 04: RF Engineering and Microwave Circuits
Overview:
The fundamentals of RF (Radio Frequency) engineering and microwave circuits.
Topics:
Transmission Lines and Waveguides
Impedance Matching, S-Parameters
Antenna Design and Microwave Filters
Applications: Wireless Communication, Satellite Communication, Radar Systems
Lesson 05: Embedded System Design – Architecture and Processors
Lesson 05: Embedded System Design – Architecture and Processors
Overview:
Basics of embedded system design, focusing on processor architecture and peripherals.
Topics:
Microcontrollers, Microprocessors, and DSP Processors
Memory Hierarchies: Registers, Caches, and Main Memory
Peripherals and I/O Systems (Timers, System Clocks, Interrupts)
Applications: Real-Time Systems, Automotive Control, IoT Devices
Lesson 06: Embedded System Programming – Assembly, Verilog, and VHDL
Lesson 06: Embedded System Programming – Assembly, Verilog, and VHDL
Overview:
Programming embedded systems, focusing on low-level languages like Assembly, Verilog, and VHDL.
Topics:
Assembly Language Programming: Instructions, Registers, and I/O Control
Verilog and VHDL for Digital Circuit Design
FPGA Programming and Hardware Description Languages (HDLs)
Applications: Custom Hardware Design, Real-Time Control Systems, FPGA Prototyping
Lesson 07: Digital Logic Design – TTL, CMOS, and VLSI
Lesson 07: Digital Logic Design – TTL, CMOS, and VLSI
Overview:
A deep dive into digital logic design using TTL (Transistor-Transistor Logic), CMOS (Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor), and VLSI (Very-Large-Scale Integration).
Topics:
Boolean Algebra, Karnaugh Maps, and Logic Minimization
CMOS Inverter and Logic Gates, Sequential Circuits
Introduction to VLSI Design: Transistors, Logic Gates, and Interconnects
Applications: Integrated Circuit (IC) Design, Microprocessor Design, Memory Design
Lesson 08: Electronic Design Automation (EDA) Tools
Lesson 08: Electronic Design Automation (EDA) Tools
Overview:
Introduction to Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools for designing, simulating, and testing electronic systems.
Topics:
Overview of EDA Tools: SPICE, Cadence, Synopsys, and Mentor Graphics
Circuit Simulation and Layout Tools
Physical Verification: DRC (Design Rule Check) and LVS (Layout vs. Schematic)
Applications: IC Fabrication, PCB Design, Semiconductor Design
Lesson 09: Flexible Electronics and Circuits
Lesson 09: Flexible Electronics and Circuits
Overview:
The emerging field of flexible electronics, focusing on the design and fabrication of bendable circuits and devices.
Topics:
Materials for Flexible Electronics: Organic Semiconductors, Conductive Polymers
Fabrication Techniques for Flexible Substrates
Flexible Display Technology and Wearable Electronics
Applications: Wearable Devices, Flexible Sensors, Foldable Displays
Lesson 10: Front-End and Back-End-of-Line (FEOL and BEOL) Processes
Lesson 10: Front-End and Back-End-of-Line (FEOL and BEOL) Processes
Overview:
The manufacturing processes for semiconductors, covering both FEOL (Front-End-of-Line) and BEOL (Back-End-of-Line).
Topics:
FEOL: Transistor Fabrication, Oxidation, Doping, and Etching
BEOL: Interconnect Formation, Metallization, and Dielectric Deposition
Chemical Mechanical Planarization (CMP) and Lithography Techniques
Applications: Semiconductor Manufacturing, IC Production, Advanced Packaging
Lesson 11: Processor Architectures and Instruction Sets
Lesson 11: Processor Architectures and Instruction Sets
Overview:
Understanding processor architectures, instruction sets, and their applications in embedded systems.
Topics:
Von Neumann vs. Harvard Architectures
RISC (Reduced Instruction Set Computer) vs. CISC (Complex Instruction Set Computer)
Instruction Pipelines and Branch Prediction
Applications: Computer Architecture Design, Embedded Processors, High-Performance Computing
Lesson 12: Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) and Scheduling
Lesson 12: Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) and Scheduling
Overview:
Concepts of real-time operating systems and task scheduling in embedded systems.
Topics:
Real-Time Constraints and Scheduling Algorithms (Rate Monotonic, EDF)
RTOS Kernels: Task Management, Interrupt Handling, Resource Sharing
RTOS vs. General-Purpose OS: Differences and Applications
Applications: Automotive Systems, Robotics, Industrial Automation
Lesson 13: Power Electronics and Power Management in Embedded Systems
Lesson 13: Power Electronics and Power Management in Embedded Systems
Overview:
Study of power electronics and power management techniques in embedded systems.
Topics:
Power Supplies, DC-DC Converters, and Voltage Regulation
Low Power Design: Dynamic Voltage and Frequency Scaling (DVFS)
Battery Management Systems for Portable Devices
Applications: Portable Electronics, Wearable Devices, Renewable Energy Systems
Lesson 14: Testing, Verification, and Debugging in Embedded Systems
Lesson 14: Testing, Verification, and Debugging in Embedded Systems
Overview:
The process of testing, verifying, and debugging embedded systems.
Topics:
Functional Verification, Testbenches, and Simulation Techniques
In-Circuit Debugging, Logic Analyzers, and Oscilloscopes
Hardware/Software Co-Simulation and Verification Tools
Applications: Product Development, Embedded Software Debugging, System Validation
Lesson 15: Future Trends in Embedded Systems and Flexible Electronics
Lesson 15: Future Trends in Embedded Systems and Flexible Electronics
Overview:
Future trends in embedded systems and flexible electronics, focusing on innovations in processor design, IoT, and flexible circuits.
Topics:
Advances in IoT and Edge Computing
Integration of AI/ML in Embedded Systems
Flexible Displays and Next-Gen Wearable Devices
Applications: Smart Cities, Industrial IoT, Advanced Robotics
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