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Real-Time Embedded Control for Robotics and Physical Systems

7 chapters · 31 lessons

1. 1. Control Loop Fundamentals and Timing Requirements

   4 lessons

   Understand why timing matters in physical systems and how control loops create predictable behavior.

2. 2. Real-Time Operating Systems and Scheduling

   5 lessons

   Learn how RTOSes provide deterministic task execution and priority management for control systems.

3. 3. Sensor Integration and Signal Processing

   4 lessons

   Implement reliable sensor reading, filtering, and fusion for accurate state estimation.

4. 4. Actuator Control and Motion Management

   5 lessons

   Drive motors, servos, and actuators with precise timing and safety constraints.

5. 5. Fault Tolerance and Safety Design

   4 lessons

   Build robust controllers that handle failures gracefully and maintain safe operation.

6. 6. Architecting AI and Control System Integration

   5 lessons

   Design system architectures that separate compute-heavy AI from time-critical control.

7. 7. Hardware Selection and System Validation

   4 lessons

   Choose microcontrollers and validate control system performance for production deployment.