Embedded microprocessors are more deeply ingrained into everyday life than any other electronic circuit. This paper gives a brief overview of what an embedded is, its unique attributes and advantages, and the components it consists of. Systems Engineering is defined and introduced as a tool to provide the designer with a systematic insight into the development of embedded systems. Systems Engineering and analysis, when coupled with new and emerging technologies, reveals unexpected opportunities for bringing new and improved systems and products into being that will be more competitive in the world economy.
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