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Component behavior-based adaptation in embedded software

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Several models of computation have been used in software development approaches. The specialization of the existing models makes them suitable to specific application domains. Nevertheless, when there is no solution for applications at hand, heterogeneous models have been used. Within this context, this paper discusses a heterogeneous model called extended dataflow with a focus on component-based design. The emphasis lies on the dynamics of the components, including the way they interact with each other, their behavioral modeling, and flow of control. The main objective is to provide mechanisms for supporting both the ability of the run-time environment to safely dispatch tasks and the ability of components to adapt their interfaces. This paper focuses on embedded software. The purpose of the mechanisms we have been working on is to improve robustness while promoting component-based design. An adaptive application involving digital filters is used to illustrate our approach.

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  1. Science and Technology Center, Catholic University of Pernambuco, Pernambuco, Brazil

    Antonio Mendes da Silva Filho

  2. Department of Informatics, University of Paraná at Pitanga, Pitanga, Brazil

    Ivanilton Polato

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Silva Filho, A.M.d., Polato, I. Component behavior-based adaptation in embedded software. Innovations Syst Softw Eng 2, 113–119 (2006). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11334-006-0005-9

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