Collaborative development of embedded systems

Abstract

This chapter presents motivation for taking a collaborative multi-disciplinary approach to the model-based development of embedded systems. Starting from a consideration of the ubiquity of embedded systems in daily life it identifies challenges faced by industry in developing products in a timely manner, but to sufficient quality to merit the reliance of their users. Using a fictional story of product development, it presents the perspectives of both the control engineer and the software designer. We describe an approach"realised using the Crescendo tool"that promotes collaborative modelling and co-simulation, taking account of existing technology and current industry practice.