Computer Safety

Computer Safety

Explore computer safety in embedded systems through this lecture from Dalhousie University's ECED4406 course. Delve into real-world case studies like the Therac-25 radiation therapy machine, Toyota's unintended acceleration issue, and the Boeing 737 Max 8 problems. Examine code issues, throttle position mechanisms, and task failures in embedded systems. Learn about risk assessment, functional safety standards like IEC 61508, and industry-specific guidelines. Discuss the importance of aggressive testing, fuzzing, and an engineer's duty in designing safe computer systems. Gain insights from expert presentations and understand the complexities of ensuring safety in modern computerized systems.