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Monitor: Block Diagram of A Typical Embedded System

An embedded system is a computing system that is integrated into larger mechanical or electronic systems to control or monitor devices. Embedded systems process a fixed set of instructions to control machinery or equipment. They are used in devices like GPS systems, ATMs, networking equipment, and more. Electric strike locks, which account for 10-15% of electric locks, are an example of an embedded system application, using software to control a mechanical locking mechanism based on access control.

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Monitor: Block Diagram of A Typical Embedded System

An embedded system is a computing system that is integrated into larger mechanical or electronic systems to control or monitor devices. Embedded systems process a fixed set of instructions to control machinery or equipment. They are used in devices like GPS systems, ATMs, networking equipment, and more. Electric strike locks, which account for 10-15% of electric locks, are an example of an embedded system application, using software to control a mechanical locking mechanism based on access control.

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INTRODUCTION

A precise definition of embedded systems is not easy. Simply stated, all computing systems
other than general purpose computer (with monitor, keyboard, etc.) are embedded systems.

System is a way of working, organizing or performing one or many tasks according to a fixed
set of rules, program or plan. In other words, an arrangement in which all units assemble and
work together according to a program or plan. An embedded system is a system that has
software embedded into hardware, which makes a system dedicated for an application (s) or
specific part of an application or product or part of a larger system. It processes a fixed set of
pre-programmed instructions to control electromechanical equipment which may be part of
an even larger system (not a computer with keyboard, display, etc).

A general-purpose definition of embedded systems is that they are devices used to control,
monitor or assist the operation of equipment, machinery or plant. “Embedded” reflects the
fact that they are an integral part of the system. In many cases, their “embeddedness” may be
such that their presence is far from obvious to the casual observer.

Block diagram of a typical embedded system.

An embedded system is an engineering artefact involving computation that is subject to


physical constraints (reaction constraints and execution constraints) arising through
interactions of computational processes with the physical world. Reaction
constraints originate from the behavioural requirements & specify deadlines, throughput, and
jitter whereas execution constraints originate from the implementation requirements & put
bounds on available processor speeds, power, memory and hardware failure rates. The key to
embedded systems design is to obtain desired functionality under both kinds of constraints.

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Embedded systems are used in navigation tools like global positioning system (GPS),
automated teller machines (ATMs), networking equipment, digital video cameras, mobile
phones, aerospace applications, telecom applications, security access control etc.

Access control is considered one of the three pillars of a comprehensive security solution,
alongside video surveillance and alarm systems.

Access control essentially consists of two main components, the lock (i.e. the physical
mechanism keeping the door locked) and the access control operation device (such as a
card reader, biometric reader or keypad, which opens the lock) which mainly consist of the
software part.

ELECTRIC STRIKE LOCKS

Electric strike locks account for around 10-15% of the electric locks in use and they use
embedded sytem. These locks are secured via a mechanical lock within the door and door
frame which is connected to an electricity supply, By entering a required code or pin the
door unlocks and opens. The lock is therefore released if the access control device is
activated (instead of using a key in traditional mechanical locks). Electric strike locks can be
set as fail-safe or fail-secure.

Fail-safe: in the event of a loss of power supply, the lock will automatically unlock,

ensuring that people can still exit through the door (safety first)

Fail-secure: in the event of a loss of power supply, the lock will automatically lock,
meaning people are unable to enter (or exit) through the door (security first)

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Main advantages

The major advantage of electric strike locks is that because the lock component works like a
standard mechanical lock, the lock can be set such that it can be opened from inside using a
handle. An electric strike lock can therefore be set as fail-secure, but still allow people inside
the building to exit safely, without needing to install a break glass or release button inside.
Locks can also be installed with a key lock option enabling the door to be unlocked
mechanically too (particularly in case of a loss of power on a fail-secure lock).

Main drawbacks

Electric strike locks tend to be more expensive and more complicated to install as they
require various components and wiring. Moreover, if the door can be opened with just the
handle from the inside (rather than a release button) then it is impossible to track exits
through the door on the access control system.

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CONCLUSION
Before you make any decisions about what access control solutions are best for your site, it's
important to first think carefully about what your site requires in terms of safety, security and
convenience, and to fully evaluate how risk can be reduced to ensure that security related
incidents won’t interrupt your business operations. Understanding these basic requirements
will help significantly in the process of deciding which lock and access authorization type
should be implemented.
It may also be relevant to consider the state of your site as if your access control just needs to
be upgraded, a solution like a wireless lock is much easier to install than either an electric
strike lock or a magnetic lock due to the lack of wiring.
End users often choose to implement several different types of access control solutions (both
locks and authorization) in one site across different areas of the site and where different
levels of security are required. It is therefore to important to evaluate the level of security
each area needs as well as considering the type of authorization and lock component that is
best suited for that specific site and scenario.

REFERENCES:

A GUIDE TO ACCESS CONTROL -www.icdsecurity.com

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