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Rick Altherr
On The Metal
The Critical Role of Firmware in Preventing Hardware Failures
This chapter explores how firmware corrects hardware mistakes to prevent catastrophic failures, with a focus on hard drive technology. It discusses the challenges of dealing with hardware defects at a low level in the firmware stack and emphasizes the importance of prioritizing safety in designing hardware for critical systems like industrial control or spacecraft.
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