Hardware Firmware Interface Design

Hardware and firmware are at the core of electrical devices, such as cell phones and office equipment as well as electrical components in automotive, avionic, and military applications. For the first time, a book has come along that will help hardware engineers and firmware engineers work together to mitigate or eliminate problems that occur when hardware and firmware are not optimally compatible. Solving these issues will save time and money, getting products to market sooner to create more revenue. The principles and best practices presented in this book will prove to be a valuable resource for both hardware and firmware engineers. Topics include register layout, interrupts, timing and performance, aborts, and errors. Real-world cases studies will help to solidify the principles and best practices with an aim toward cleaner designs, shorter schedules, and better implementation!