You’re only 30 to 40 percent done when your hardware design is functionally successful (i.e., your prototype works). Shipping a real product involves multiple interdependent steps across engineering, supply chain, compliance, and operations. Here’s a detailed breakdown from functional
A SoC is a single chip that integrates key functions but requires external components, while a SoM is a ready-to-use module that includes a SoC plus supporting circuitry like power, memory, and RF, simplifying integration. The decision which one to
Six simple steps to get from idea to a production-ready electronics/embedded system, explained in less than 1 minute. 1. Understand product idea and requirements Understand which problem the device solves. Identify constraints such as cost, size, power, and battery life.
When I was developing my first hardware product, we had planned for 2 hardware iterations. It took us 7. If you’ve built hardware before, you know the roadmap always starts out clean. Until reality hits. Things start breaking down
Source: embeddedcomputing Coredump captures the crash moment of an embedded system. It shows memory, registers, and stack traces. Firmware bugs are tricky. Hardware-software interactions are complex, resources are constrained, and runtime behavior can sometimes be unpredictable. For teams working on
Choosing the right microcontroller is like laying the foundation for your embedded system—get it wrong, and you risk delays, cost overruns, or an outright redesign. The microcontroller (MCU) you choose will determine not just the technical feasibility of your product
How much will the design and development cost? Let’s consider an example: a battery-powered hardware device with a microcontroller, two to three onboard sensors, extended memory, two wireless communication options (such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, LTE, NB-IoT, or LoRaWAN), and
Wearable devices often use Lithium-Ion or Lithium Polymer batteries, which have a high flammability risk. This is due to higher energy density and the use of flammable electrolytes inside Lithium-based batteries. Safety against fire and explosion is critical in
An eSIM (embedded SIM) is an alternative to a traditional SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card. Unlike traditional SIM cards, eSIMs do not require physical swapping to be reprogrammed for a different cellular network provider. In this blog, when we refer
Model-Based Development (MBD) offers a way to design embedded systems by using visual models instead of traditional coding. Model-based development tools generate production-ready code, reducing manual errors and compliance issues. This guide will walk you through the basics of Model-Based
Doxygen is a documentation generator that creates detailed (HTML, LaTeX) files from source code comments. It supports multiple languages, including C, C++, Java, and Python, providing insights into your project’s structure, classes, functions, and variables. This tool help developers
It started with an unrealistic promise. The device we were building had technical challenges (like many new hardware products do). The only problem; our team underestimated the challenges. When a product requires small size, precise GPS performance, low power consumption
Choosing the right position/motion tracking technology is necessary for the success of any product that requires tracking the location of objects or individuals. Position tracking technologies have revolutionized numerous industries, from virtual reality and film production to healthcare and
Software architecture in embedded development outlines the design, organization, and interaction of software components. This article will give you a brief intro to software architecture in embedded systems. Source: ST Microcontroller The Problem with No Clear Architecture: Spaghetti Code
“printf debugging” might work for writing simple Zephyr applications, but sophisticated tools are needed as Zephyr applications grow in complexity. This guide introduces advanced debugging techniques using SEGGER Ozone and SystemView, which provide deeper insights and control for developers working
