Tim Wilmshurst

Embedded Systems with PIC Microcontrollers: Principles and Applications is a hands-on introduction to the principles and practice of embedded system design using the PIC microcontroller. Packed with helpful examples and illustrations, the book provides an in-depth treatment of microcontroller design as well as programming in both assembly language and C, along with advanced topics such as techniques of connectivity and networking and real-time operating systems. In this one book students get all they need to know to be highly proficient at embedded systems design. This text combines embedded systems principles with applications, using the16F84A, 16F873A and the 18F242 PIC microcontrollers. Students learn how to apply the principles using a multitude of sample designs and design ideas, including a robot in the form of an autonomous guide vehicle. Coverage between software and hardware is fully balanced, with full presentation given to microcontroller design and software programming, using both assembler and C. The book is accompanied by a companion website containing copies of all programs and software tools used in the text and a ‘student’ version of the C compiler. This textbook will be ideal for introductory courses and lab-based courses on embedded systems, microprocessors using the PIC microcontroller, as well as more advanced courses which use the 18F series and teach C programming in an embedded environment. Engineers in industry and informed hobbyists will also find this book a valuable resource when designing and implementing both simple and sophisticated embedded systems using the PIC microcontroller. *Gain the knowledge and skills required for developing today's embedded systems, through use of the PIC microcontroller. *Explore in detail the 16F84A, 16F873A and 18F242 microcontrollers as examples of the wider PIC family. *Learn how to program in Assembler and C. *Work through sample designs and design ideas, including a robot in the form of an autonomous guided vehicle. *Accompanied by a CD-ROM containing copies of all programs and software tools used in the text and a ‘student' version of the C complier.

Principles and Applications

Designing Embedded Systems with PIC Microcontrollers

PIC microcontrollers are used worldwide in commercial and industrial devices. The 8-bit PIC which this book focuses on is a versatile work horse that completes many designs. An engineer working with applications that include a microcontroller will no doubt come across the PIC sooner rather than later. It is a must to have a working knowledge of this 8-bit technology. This book takes the novice from introduction of embedded systems through to advanced development techniques for utilizing and optimizing the PIC family of microcontrollers in your device. To truly understand the PIC, assembly and C programming language must be understood. The author explains both with sample code and examples, and makes the transition from the former to the latter an easy one. This is a solid building block for future PIC endeavors. New to the 2nd Edition: *Include end of chapter questions/activities moving from introductory to advanced *More worked examples *Includes PowerPoint slides for instructors *Includes all code snips on a companion web site for ease of use *A survey of 16/32-bit PICs *A project using ZigBee *Covers both assembly and C programming languages, essential for optimizing the PIC *Amazing breadth of coverage moving from introductory to advanced topics covering more and more complex microcontroller families *Details MPLAB and other Microchip design tools

Rob Toulson

Fast and Effective Embedded Systems Design is a fast-moving introduction to embedded system design, applying the innovative ARM mbed and its web-based development environment. Each chapter introduces a major topic in embedded systems, and proceeds as a series of practical experiments, adopting a "learning through doing" strategy. Minimal background knowledge is needed. C/C++ programming is applied, with a step-by-step approach which allows the novice to get coding quickly. Once the basics are covered, the book progresses to some "hot" embedded issues - intelligent instrumentation, networked systems, closed loop control, and digital signal processing. Written by two experts in the field, this book reflects on the experimental results, develops and matches theory to practice, evaluates the strengths and weaknesses of the technology or technique introduced, and considers applications and the wider context. Numerous exercises and end of chapter questions are included. A hands-on introduction to the field of embedded systems, with a focus on fast prototyping Key embedded system concepts covered through simple and effective experimentation Amazing breadth of coverage, from simple digital i/o, to advanced networking and control Applies the most accessible tools available in the embedded world Supported by mbed and book web sites, containing FAQs and all code examples Deep insights into ARM technology, and aspects of microcontroller architecture Instructor support available, including power point slides, and solutions to questions and exercises

Applying the ARM mbed

Fast and Effective Embedded Systems Design

Lucio Di Jasio

Dogan Ibrahim

Jack Smith

John Morton

Martin P. Bates

David W Smith

Chuck Hellebuyck

The Newnes Know It All Series takes the best of what our authors have written over the past few years and creates a one-stop reference for engineers involved in markets from communications to embedded systems and everywhere in between. PIC design and development a natural fit for this reference series as it is one of the most popular microcontrollers in the world and we have several superbly authored books on the subject. This material ranges from the basics to more advanced topics. There is also a very strong project basis to this learning. The average embedded engineer working with this microcontroller will be able to have any question answered by this compilation. He/she will also be able to work through real-life problems via the projects contained in the book. The Newnes Know It All Series presentation of theory, hard fact, and project-based direction will be a continual aid in helping the engineer to innovate in the workplace. Section I. An Introduction to PIC Microcontrollers Chapter 1. The PIC Microcontroller Family Chapter 2. Introducing the PIC 16 Series and the 16F84A Chapter 3. Parallel Ports, Power Supply and the Clock Oscillator Section II. Programming PIC Microcontrollers using Assembly Language Chapter 4. Starting to Program—An Introduction to Assembler Chapter 5. Building Assembler Programs Chapter 6. Further Programming Techniques Chapter 7. Prototype Hardware Chapter 8. More PIC Applications and Devices Chapter 9. The PIC 1250x Series (8-pin PIC microcontrollers) Chapter 10. Intermediate Operations using the PIC 12F675 Chapter 11. Using Inputs Chapter 12. Keypad Scanning Chapter 13. Program Examples Section III. Programming PIC Microcontrollers using PicBasic Chapter 14. PicBasic and PicBasic Pro Programming Chapter 15. Simple PIC Projects Chapter 16. Moving On with the 16F876 Chapter 17. Communication Section IV. Programming PIC Microcontrollers using MBasic Chapter 18. MBasic Compiler and Development Boards Chapter 19. The Basics—Output Chapter 20. The Basics—Digital Input Chapter 21. Introductory Stepper Motors Chapter 22. Digital Temperature Sensors and Real-Time Clocks Chapter 23. Infrared Remote Controls Section V. Programming PIC Microcontrollers using C Chapter 24. Getting Started Chapter 25. Programming Loops Chapter 26. More Loops Chapter 27. NUMB3RS Chapter 28. Interrupts Chapter 29. Taking a Look under the Hood Over 900 pages of practical, hands-on content in one book! Huge market - as of November 2006 Microchip Technology Inc., a leading provider of microcontroller and analog semiconductors, produced its 5 BILLIONth PIC microcontroller Several points of view, giving the reader a complete 360 of this microcontroller

Tim Wilmshurst

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