A domain-specific language for task handlers generation, applying discrete controller synthesis

We propose a simple programming language, called Nemo, specific to the domain of multi-task real-time embedded systems, such as in robotic, automotive or avionics systems. It can be used to specify a set of resources with usage constraints, a set of tasks that consume them according to various modes, and applications sequencing the tasks. We obtain automatically an application-specific task handler that correctly manages the constraints (if there exists one), through a compilation-like process including a phase of discrete controller synthesis. This way, this formal technique contributes to the safety of the designed systems, while being encapsulated in a tool that makes it usable by end-users and application experts. Our approach is based on the synchronous modelling techniques, languages and tools. Categories and Subject Descriptors C.3 [Special-purpose and Application-based Systems]: Real-time and embedded systems; D.3.2 [Programming Languages]: Language Classifications--Specialize...

• Type: Journal
• Year: 2006
• Where: SAC
• Authors: Gwenaël Delaval, Éric Rutten
• Keywords: Applied Computing, Programming Languages, Real-time Embedded Systems, SAC 2006, Systems