Hard Real-Time Computing Systems: Predictable Scheduling Algorithms and Applications 3rd Edition

Introductory text for predictable scheduling in hard real-time computing systems
Numerous illustrations and ample exercises create a comprehensive and fluid learning tool
Expanding upon the previous best-selling volumes, this revised edition includes: new applications, essential examples for identifying critical conditions, new results on Resource Reservation, and a survey of available tools for design, simulation and analysis of real-time systems
This updated edition offers an indispensable exposition on real-time computing, with particular emphasis on predictable scheduling algorithms. It introduces the fundamental concepts of real-time computing, demonstrates the most significant results in the field, and provides the essential methodologies for designing predictable computing systems used to support time-critical control applications. Along with an in-depth guide to the available approaches for the implementation and analysis of real-time applications, this revised edition contains a close examination of recent developments in real-time systems, including limited preemptive scheduling, resource reservation techniques, overload handling algorithms, and adaptive scheduling techniques. This volume serves as a fundamental advanced-level textbook. Each chapter provides basic concepts, which are followed by algorithms, illustrated with concrete examples, figures and tables. Exercises and solutions are provided to enhance self-study, making this an excellent reference for those interested in real-time computing for designing and/or developing predictable control applications.