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What is a Soft-Core Processor?

Oct 26, 2023

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A soft-core processor is a microprocessor core that can be implemented entirely using digital logic synthesis. It is typically created on a programmable hardware like a field programmable gate array (FPGA). The key feature of a FPGA is that it … Read more

Microprocessor vs. Microcontroller

Jun 13, 2023

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John Mulindi

in Embedded Systems

A microprocessor by itself is not a computer. To be functional, the microprocessor must be connected to other ICs that provide the memory and I/O capability. A microcontroller is a computer on a single IC, designed specifically for control applications. … Read more

What is a Microprocessor Clock?

Mar 12, 2023

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John Mulindi

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The CPU clock dictates how fast the processor can process the data, and a microprocessor having a clock speed of 3 MHz means that it can process data internally 3 million times a second at every clock cycle. The crystal … Read more

Basic Structure of a Microcontroller

Sep 17, 2020

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John Mulindi

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A microcontroller is essentially a computer on a chip. It contains a processing unit, ROM, RAM, Serial communication ports, ADCs, etc. In other words, a microcontroller is a computer but without the monitor, keyboard and mouse. They are called microcontrollers … Read more

Microprocessors in Mechatronics Systems

Sep 13, 2020

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John Mulindi

in Embedded Systems

To make a change in functionality of a digital circuit, the hardware circuitry must be modified and this may require a redesign. For simple design tasks, this might work however in many mechatronic systems; the control tasks may involve … Read more

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What is a Soft-Core Processor?

Microprocessor vs. Microcontroller

What is a Microprocessor Clock?

Basic Structure of a Microcontroller

Microprocessors in Mechatronics Systems