Simulation and Comparative Analysis of Error Detection Techniques in UART Communication Systems
Keywords:
Data integrity, Embedded systems, Error detection, Parity, Stochastic modeling, UART, CRC, ChecksumAbstract
Reliable data communication is essential in embedded systems, where transmission errors caused by environmental noise can significantly affect data integrity and system performance. This study presents a software-based simulation of Universal Asynchronous Receiver-Transmitter (UART) communication enhanced with three error detection techniques, namely parity checking, checksum verification, and Cyclic Redundancy Check (CRC). To emulate realistic communication disturbances, a probabilistic Bernoulli noise model is employed, introducing random bit errors during data transmission. The proposed framework evaluates the effectiveness of each error detection method under varying noise conditions using key performance metrics, including error detection rate, reliability, and computational overhead. A comparative analysis is conducted to examine the trade-offs between detection accuracy and processing complexity. The results indicate that parity checking offers the lowest computational cost but has limited capability in detecting multiple-bit errors. Checksum-based detection provides improved performance and reliability, making it suitable for moderate-noise environments. Among the evaluated techniques, CRC demonstrates the highest level of robustness, consistently achieving superior error detection rates even under severe noise conditions. The findings highlight the importance of selecting appropriate error detection mechanisms based on system requirements and communication reliability constraints.
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