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* Call for Articles *
* IEEE Software *
* Software Development for Embedded Systems *
* Publication date: May/June 2008 *
* Submission deadline: 01 November 2008 *
* http://www.computer.org/software/cfp3.htm *
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*** Overview ***

IEEE Software seeks submissions for a special issue on embedded software. The
focus is on proven engineering concepts and experiences for embedded software
engineering. We look to the entire life cycle - from concept and development
activities to evolution and maintenance. The scope covers embedded systems from
different industry domains, such as medical, transportation, automotive,
robotics and automation. Of specific interest is how best practices and methods
from the enterprise and desktop domain can be transferred into the embedded
domain.

All information summarizing IEEE Software as well as the Call for Papers and
editorial guidelines can be found at the CFP
http://www.computer.org/software/cfp3.htm
and the IEEE Software editorial homepage http://www.computer.org/software


*** Topics of interest ***

- Design methods (so-called DFX) for embedded software
- Domain-specific languages for embedded systems, including hardware-related
issues
- Modeling practices to connect requirements, design, code, integration and
system test
- Experiences with state of the practice in modeling, design, verification, and
validation
- Communication protocols and middleware for embedded systems
- Open Source and open platforms in embedded devices
- Modeling of quality attributes, for instance where safety meets security
- Concepts for maintenance, robustness and remote diagnosable embedded system
architectures
- Schemes for remote software maintenance, especially for testability and
maintenance under semi-commercial conditions
- The trade-off between resource utilization and innovative software technology
(Composition, COTS, platforms, product line engineering)
- Making verification economically and from the technology point of view
feasible


*** Submissions ***

Submissions should have a practical orientation and be written in a style
accessible to practitioners. Overly complex, purely research-based, or
theoretical articles are not appropriate.
Manuscripts must not exceed 5,400 words including figures and tables, which
count for 200 words each. Submissions in excess of these limits may be rejected
without refereeing. Articles within the theme's scope will be peer-reviewed and
are subject to editing for magazine style, clarity, organization, and space. We
reserve the right to edit the title of all
submissions.


*** Further information ***

For more information, contact either Guest Editor:
Christof Ebert
Managing director, Vector Consulting Services
mailto:christof.ebert@...
Jürgen Salecker
Competence field manager for embedded systems, Siemens
mailto:juergen.salecker@...
For author guidelines please also check
http://www.computer.org/software/author.htm


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