ECE 237 Spring 2016 Homework 21 Task: Write A C Program In U

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Write a C program in uVision that performs the function described below. Begin with the assumption that 10 randomly selected variables of uint32_t type are stored in the array, numbers[10]. The program arranges these numbers in an ascending order from numbers[0] to numbers[9], with numbers[0] having the smallest number and numbers[9] the largest. The algorithm should be general enough to apply to any set of integer numbers in any order. You should first draw a flow chart of the algorithm, then implement it in C code. This is a coding exercise; running the program is not required.

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Sorting arrays is a fundamental operation in computer science, essential for data organization, searching, and analysis. In embedded systems development, especially using microcontroller environments such as uVision, implementing reliable, efficient sorting algorithms is crucial for handling sensor data, control parameters, and communication protocols. The task involves writing a C program that sorts an array of ten unsigned 32-bit integers in ascending order, utilizing a general algorithm suitable for any initial arrangement of numbers.

The specific goal is to sort the array numbers[10] with randomly selected uint32_t values such that numbers[0] contains the smallest element and numbers[9] the largest. This may be achieved through a simple comparison-based sorting algorithm like selection sort, which is intuitive and suitable for small datasets. Selection sort operates by repeatedly selecting the smallest remaining element and swapping it into its correct position.

The process begins with the outer loop selecting each position in the array sequentially, from 0 to 8. For each position, an inner loop scans the remaining unsorted elements to identify the smallest value. Once identified, the smallest element is swapped with the element at the current position. This process continues until all positions are sorted, and the array is ordered from smallest to largest.

Flowchart of the sorting algorithm

The flowchart would visually depict the following steps:

  1. Start
  2. Initialize the array with 10 random uint32_t values.
  3. For i from 0 to 8:
    • Set min_idx to i.
    • For j from i+1 to 9:
      • If numbers[j] numbers[min_idx], set min_idx to j.
    • If min_idx != i, swap numbers[i] and numbers[min_idx].
  4. End

This flowchart provides a clear visual representation of the selection sort process, illustrating the repeated scanning for the smallest element and swapping it to the correct position.

Sample C code implementation



// Class section: 6 - Student Name: Your Name


include <stdint.h>


include <stdio.h>


void selection_sort(uint32_t numbers[], int size) {


int i, j, min_idx;


for (i = 0; i 

min_idx = i;


for (j = i + 1; j 

if (numbers[j] 

min_idx = j;


}


}


if (min_idx != i) {


uint32_t temp = numbers[i];


numbers[i] = numbers[min_idx];


numbers[min_idx] = temp;


}


}


}


int main() {


// Initialize array with 10 random numbers


uint32_t numbers[10] = {345, 23, 678, 142, 90, 560, 12, 444, 233, 89};


int i;


// Call sorting function


selection_sort(numbers, 10);


// Print sorted array


printf("Sorted numbers in ascending order:\n");


for (i = 0; i 

printf("%u ", numbers[i]);


}


printf("\n");


return 0;


}

This program defines a selection sort function that applies the described algorithm. It initializes an array of ten uint32_t numbers, sorts them in ascending order, and then outputs the sorted sequence. The code structure is adaptable for any set of numbers, aligning with the assignment's requirement for a general algorithm. Although the code is demonstrated with static numbers for simplicity, in a real embedded system, the numbers array can be populated dynamically, such as from sensor readings or other inputs.

Conclusion

Efficient sorting is pivotal in embedded systems where resources are limited. The selection sort algorithm, while not the fastest for large datasets, is simple and effective for small arrays, such as in this exercise. Proper implementation ensures data is organized consistently, facilitating subsequent processing or decision-making tasks. The flowchart aids understanding and troubleshooting, while the C code provides a clear, portable implementation suitable for integration into larger embedded projects.

References

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