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Embedded Systems and Microcontroller Smart Applications

A special issue of Electronics (ISSN 2079-9292). This special issue belongs to the section "Circuit and Signal Processing".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 December 2024 | Viewed by 4683

Special Issue Editors

Dr. Juraj Dudak

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Guest Editor
Faculty of Materials Science and Technology, Slovak University of Technology, 91724 Trnava, Slovakia
Interests: microcontroller unit; embedded systems; IoT solution
Dr. Peter Strelec

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Guest Editor
Faculty of Materials Science and Technology, Slovak University of Technology, 91724 Trnava, Slovakia
Interests: embedded systems security; industrial internet of things devices

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

The relentless development of technology continues to deliver ever-more powerful and versatile microcontrollers at competitive price points. This Special Issue of Electronics delves into the exciting potential that these advancements unlock for the designers of embedded system. We explore innovative applications leveraging the capabilities of modern microcontrollers, while acknowledging the constant need for efficient resource utilization and cost optimization.

The scope of this Special Issue includes the following topics:

  • Balancing performance and power consumption: Optimizing code and hardware for low-power operation while maintaining the necessary processing speed.
  • Security considerations in resource-constrained environments: Implementing robust security measures without compromising system performance or memory footprint.
  • The integration of emerging technologies: Exploring the seamless integration of technologies such as machine learning, artificial intelligence, and sensor fusion into resource-limited embedded systems.

Design for manufacturability and cost-effectiveness: Ensuring efficient production processes and minimizing material costs while achieving the desired functionality.

Dr. Juraj Dudak
Dr. Peter Strelec
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • microcontroller application
  • embedded system
  • security
  • performance and power consumption
  • IoT devices

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Leakage Power Attack-Resilient Design: PMOS-Reading 9T SRAM Cell
by Muyu Yang, Prakash Balasubramanian, Kangqi Chen and Erdal Oruklu
Electronics 2024, 13(13), 2551; https://doi.org/10.3390/electronics13132551 - 28 Jun 2024
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Non-invasive side-channel attacks (SCAs) based on leakage power analysis (LPA) have received more attention recently, since leakage current has gradually become more dominant with further scaled technologies. For SRAM cells, LPA exploits the correlation between data in memory cells and their corresponding leakage [...] Read more.
Non-invasive side-channel attacks (SCAs) based on leakage power analysis (LPA) have received more attention recently, since leakage current has gradually become more dominant with further scaled technologies. For SRAM cells, LPA exploits the correlation between data in memory cells and their corresponding leakage power. This paper proposes a novel SRAM design in 7 nm node for countering LPA attacks, based on a single-ended PMOS-reading 9T (nine-transistor) cell design. The leakage current imbalance, delay, stability, and robustness of SRAM cells are examined for the proposed memory cell architecture with layout designs, and results are compared against other SRAM cell designs. Simulation results and failure of LPA attacks in case studies confirm the enhanced resilient behavior for the new SRAM cell design. Full article
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Advancing Small and Medium-Sized Enterprise Manufacturing: Framework for IoT-Based Data Collection in Industry 4.0 Concept
by Martin Barton, Roman Budjac, Pavol Tanuska, Ivan Sladek and Martin Nemeth
Electronics 2024, 13(13), 2485; https://doi.org/10.3390/electronics13132485 - 25 Jun 2024
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Currently, industrial engineers are witnessing a rapid development of innovation in modern industry and the integration of critical elements of Industry 4.0 into production processes in order to remain competitive. Such changes are characterized by a large amount of effort and financial resources. [...] Read more.
Currently, industrial engineers are witnessing a rapid development of innovation in modern industry and the integration of critical elements of Industry 4.0 into production processes in order to remain competitive. Such changes are characterized by a large amount of effort and financial resources. To successfully deploy these changes requires not only the purchase of hardware and software but also the training of employees and the modification of the company’s organizational structure. The main objective of the article is to propose a framework for the modernization of SMEs to a level close to the Smart Factory by using the necessary attributes of Industry 4.0. The framework design is based on the initial state of a standard SME and consists of the design of fitting new IoT devices for efficient data collection, the design of a data warehouse for storing process data using Hadoop, and the integration of process- and operational-level data into the prepared data warehouse. The resulting design is developed in the form of a methodology and is generalized for use in manufacturing enterprises. The universal design is independent of the initial state of the enterprise. Full article
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A New Era in Stress Monitoring: A Review of Embedded Devices and Tools for Detecting Stress in the Workplace
by Júlia Kafková, Pavol Kuchár, Rastislav Pirník, Michal Skuba, Tomáš Tichý and Jiří Brož
Electronics 2024, 13(19), 3899; https://doi.org/10.3390/electronics13193899 - 2 Oct 2024
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Detection of stress and the development of innovative platforms for stress monitoring have attracted significant attention in recent years due to the growing awareness of the harmful effects of stress on mental and physical health. Stress is a widespread issue affecting individuals and [...] Read more.
Detection of stress and the development of innovative platforms for stress monitoring have attracted significant attention in recent years due to the growing awareness of the harmful effects of stress on mental and physical health. Stress is a widespread issue affecting individuals and often goes unnoticed as a health concern. It can lead to various negative physiological conditions, including anxiety, depression, cardiovascular diseases and cognitive impairments. The aim of this paper is to provide an overview of studies focusing on embedded devices for non-invasive stress detection, primarily in the form of a modified computer mouse or keyboard. This study not only fills a critical gap in the literature but also provides valuable insights into the design and implementation of hardware-based stress-detection methods. By focusing on embedded devices, specifically computer peripherals, this research highlights the potential for integrating stress monitoring into everyday workplace tools, thereby offering practical solutions for improving occupational health and well-being. Full article
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