Embedded Systems
Embedded systems are rapidly becoming the building blocks of modern communications systems. As the move to make single-die IC the norm, SoC and similar methodologies are making significant use of embedded systems. These tracks will examine the design of present state of embedded systems as applied to today's wireless systems. The attendee will gain a knowledge of what embedded systems are today, how they integrate in radio design and how they can be used to achieve cost-effective and efficient designs.

Next Live Broadcast of Wireless OEM Design Expo: September 14, 2005

Original broadcast: June 22, 2005

Technology Center Speaker
Dale Setlak
CTO
AuthenTec

Session Topic: Fingerprint Sensors in the Handset
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One of the newest features to appear on wireless handsets is miniature fingerprint sensors. These devices, along with fingerprint matching software on the handset's processor, allow the user to quickly and conveniently identify himself to the handset. Specific handset functions can now be configured to operate only after the correct user's fingerprint has been detected. These systems place their emphasis on convenient security — security that enhances the user experience — security that people will really use.

This session starts by reviewing the reasons fingerprint sensors are being used in handsets, and how they are used in the context of handset operation. The usage models lead into an overview the architecture options currently available in these systems, and then to discussion of key implementation aspects of the sensors, the sensor interfaces, the fingerprint processing software, and application integration.