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LPC1768 Low-Power Modes: Optimizing Battery Life INTRODUCTION Power efficiency is a critical consideration in battery-powered embedded systems, particularly in applications such as wearables, portable electronics, and IoT devices. The LPC1768 microcontroller, based on the ARM Cortex-M3 core, offers several low-power modes designed to extend battery …

Examining Voltage Regulators in Depth: Types, Uses, and Design Factors INTRODUCTION In practically every electronic circuit, voltage regulators play a critical role in ensuring a steady and accurate voltage supply to sensitive components and systems. From power supplies and microcontroller-based designs to consumer electronics and …

Switch Debouncing in microcontrollers INTRODUCTION In the world of electronic design, especially when dealing with mechanical switches, switch debouncing is a crucial consideration. Mechanical switches tend to generate multiple rapid electrical pulses when pressed or released, which can introduce errors into digital systems. These erratic …

Understanding Fork, Exec, and Process Creation in Linux INTRODUCTION In the world of Linux, process creation is a core mechanism that allows applications to run and interact with the operating system. For developers and system administrators, understanding the ins and outs of how processes are …

Various Categories of Interrupt Controllers INTRODUCTION Efficient handling of interrupts is critical in embedded systems and processors, ensuring seamless communication between hardware components. Interrupt controllers play a vital role in managing interrupt requests, prioritizing them, and directing them to the appropriate handlers without overloading the …