RTSJ extensions: event manager and feasibility analyzer

ABSTRACT

We present in this paper our experience on the implementation with RTSJ of advanced algorithms to handle aperiodic traffic. We have adapted existing algorithms in order to take into account some constraints brought about by the use of Java language, and our aim which is to propose a portable mechanism. To circumscribe some difficulties, we had to use some programming ruses which could be better integrated into the specification. From these experiences resulted a set of modifications to the specification which we propose to submit to the community in this paper, in addition to a unified event manager framework.

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INDEX TERMS

Primary Classification:
  D. Software
  D.2 SOFTWARE ENGINEERING
      D.2.2 Design Tools and Techniques
          Subjects: Object-oriented design methods

Additional Classification:
  D. Software
  D.3 PROGRAMMING LANGUAGES
      D.3.2 Language Classifications

          Nouns: Java
  D.4 OPERATING SYSTEMS
      D.4.7 Organization and Design
          Subjects: Real-time systems and embedded systems

General Terms:
Algorithms, Design, Experimentation, Languages, Measurement, Performance