Component-based Development Methodology Research Articles

Applying of component system development in object methodology

Applying of component system development in object methodology

Time-budgeting : a component based development methodology for real-time embedded systems

Abstract The design of a complex embedded control system involves integration of large number of components. These components need to interact in a timely fashion to achieve the system level end-to-end requirements. In practice, the component level timing specification consists of design attributes like component task mapping, task period and schedule definition but often lack details on their real-time (functional) requirements. As we observe, there is no systematic methodology in place for decomposing the feature level timing requirements into component level timing requirements. This paper proposes an early stage time-budgeting methodology to bridge the above gap. A salient proposal of this methodology is to consider parameterized component timing-requirements. A key step in the methodology involves computing a set of constraints by relating component requirements with feature requirements. This enables the separation of timing constraints from functionality decomposition, and facilitates early optimization of the component time-budget for a complex component based embedded system. This paper formalizes the proposed methodology by using Parametric Temporal Logic. A case study involving two advanced features from the automotive domain, namely Adaptive Cruise Control and Collision Mitigation is given to demonstrate the methodology.

Elicit A New Component based Software Development Model

This is an era of embryonic software development where there is loads of pressure not only on developers but also on software development organizations in order to stumble on unswerving, fast and lucrative methods in software production. Therefore, to fulfill the need, Component-Based Development (CBD) has been broadly used in software development as it enhances reusability, flexibility, and reduces the cost as well as time. In this paper, we are proposing a life cycle model commonly encountered in component based development methodologies. This model is divided into five stages or phases. Each phase describes its sub segments and activities necessary to develop Component Based software in a short span of time, effectively and efficiently. This model emphasizes not only on the development architecture but also focuses on validation of the integration of components, to accommodate client needs and requirements. The proposed model can be used for developing a process for producing Component-Based systems.

Introducing Integrated Component-Based Development (ICBD) Lifecycle and Model

Component-based development methodology is one of the recent research windows in software engineering field. It investigates in how to build a reusable component to be used later in another application/context/domain. It targets the increase of software quality and the decrease of the production cost. Component-based development has many challenges to be applied in real world such as the impact on the running project schedule and budget. In this paper, a survey of component-based development and reuse driven development life cycle s is presented. We present our proposed model“Integrated Component-Based development” (ICBD) life cycle. ICBD contains all the needed activities towards a complete component-based development lifecycle. Comparison between ICBD, normal component -based development, and non -component based development is provided in this research.The presented case study proves that ICBD could decrease the effort of the projects by 40% after few months of applying.

Design verification in model-based μ-controller development using an abstract component

Component-based software development is a promising approach for controlling the complexity and quality of software systems. Nevertheless, recent advances in quality control techniques do not seem to keep up with the growing complexity of embedded software; embedded systems often consist of dozens to hundreds of software/hardware components that exhibit complex interaction behavior. Unanticipated quality defects in a component can be a major source of system failure. To address this issue, this paper suggests a design verification approach integrated into the model-driven, component-based development methodology Marmot. The notion of abstract components--the basic building blocks of Marmot--helps to lift the level of abstraction, facilitates high-level reuse, and reduces verification complexity by localizing verification problems between abstract components before refinement and after refinement. This enables the identification of unanticipated design errors in the early stages of development. This work introduces the Marmot methodology, presents a design verification approach in Marmot, and demonstrates its application on the development of a μ-controller-based abstraction of a car mirror control system. An application on TinyOS shows that the approach helps to reuse models as well as their verification results in the development process.

COMPONENT-BASED DEVELOPMENT OF OBSERVATIONAL SOFTWARE FOR KASI SOLAR IMAGING SPECTROGRAPH

In this paper, we have made the component-based development of observational software for KASI solar imaging spectrograph (KSIS) that is able to obtain three-dimensional imaging spectrograms by using a scanning mirror in front of the spectrograph slit. Since 2002, the KASI solar spectrograph has been successfully operated to observe solar spectra for a given slit region as well as to inspect the response functions of narrow band filters. To improve its capability, we have developed the KSIS that can perform sequential observations of solar spectra by simultaneously controlling the scanning mirror and the CCD camera via Visual C++. Main task of this paper is to introduce the development of the component-based software for KSIS. Each component of the software is reusable on the level of executable file instead of source code because the software was developed by using CBD (component-based development) methodology. The main advantage of such a component-based software is that key components such as image processing component and display component can be applied to other similar observational software without any modifications. Using this software, we have successfully obtained solar imaging spectra of an active region (AR 10708) including a small sunspot. Finally, we present solar <TEX>$H{\alpha}$</TEX> spectra (<TEX>$6562.81{\AA}$</TEX>) that were obtained at an active region and a quiet region in order to confirm the validity of the developed KSIS and its software.

작물생산정보시스템을 위한 컴포넌트 기반 개발 방법론 MCPI에 관한 연구

우리나라 농촌의 발전전략중 하나인 정밀과학 기술농업실현을 위해서는 작물별 통합기술정보시스템이 필요하다. 이 시스템은 웹 기반으로 작물생산자와 기술조언자를 위한 협업시스템이어야 하며, 실시간 정보 분석 및 지식제공이 가능하여야 한다. 본 논문에서는 상기 특성과 농업 분야 작물생산정보시스템이라는 특징을 가지고 이를 지원하는 작물 컴포넌트 등의 개발을 위한 방법론을 만들었다. 특별히 기존의 대단위 프로젝트에 적합한 마르미-III 방법론을 작물생산정보시스템을 위한 컴포넌트의 개발 특성에 적합하게 재조직화 하여 MCPI(Method for Crop Production Information system)를 제시하였다. 또한 현실문제의 적용가능성을 파악하기 위하여 MCPI에 기초하여 작물생산정보시스템 컴포넌트의 프로토타입을 개발하고 평가하였다. 평가결과 타 방법론과 비교하여 농작물분야에 최적화된 단위 컴포넌트 개발방법론이라는 것을 확인하였으며 비교결과를 논문에 기술하였다. For the implementation of science and technology based agriculture, one of the domestic rural development strategies, it is essential that we should have an integrated information system for each crop production. This system would be a web-based collaborative system for the local farmer and the advisors who guide the crop production technically, and would be capable of providing the real-time analysis functionalities and expert knowledge. In this thesis, we proposed a component based development methodology called MCPI(Method for Crop Production Information system) which employs and re-organizes Marmi-III, the popular existing component based methodology for the large scale S/W development project. In particular, MCPI is designed to reflect the characteristics of crop production information system and for the small and medium S/W project. To show the applicability in real-world problems, we develop and evaluate a prototype which is based on our proposed methodology for the rice production farmer in mid-Choongnam area.

MaRMI-III: A Methodology for Component-Based Development

As component-based development (CBD) rapidly spread throughout the software industry, a comprehensive methodology is needed to apply it more systematically. For this purpose, a new CBD methodology named Magic & Robust Methodology Integrated III (MaRMI-III) has been developed. The purpose of this paper is to present MaRMI-III by its constituent processes and claim that it can be used to support system developers conduct CBD in a consistent manner. First, we review the CBD approach to system development and the role of CBD methodology, and then we explain the several characteristics of MaRMI-III which are considered necessary to the CBD environment. Next, we explain a process model of MaRMI-III which separates the development process from the project management process and prescribes well-ordered activities and tasks that the developer should conduct. Each phase forming the Process Model is explained in terms of its objectives and main constituent activities. Some techniques and workproducts related to each phase are also explained. Finally, to examine the usefulness of MaRMI-III, an analytical comparison with other CBD methodologies and the results of a questionnaire survey are described.

컴포넌트 설계에 대한 응집도와 결합도 메트릭스

소프트웨어 개발의 독립성과 높은 생산성을 향상시키기 위한 재사용 기술로 컴포넌트 기반 개발 방법론은 널리 사용되게 되었다. 소프트웨어의 품질을 향상시키기 위해서는 측정 가능해야 하므로, 컴포넌트의 특성을 반영한 컴포넌트 메트릭스가 필요하다. 따라서 본 논문에서는 컴포넌트 기반 시스템의 컴포넌트 설계 정보에 기반한 컴포넌트 응집도와 결합도 메트릭스를 제안한다. 오퍼레이션이 컴포넌트의 서비스를 제공하기 위해 공통으로 사용하는 클래스에 대한 정보를 이용해 오퍼레이션 사용도를 구하고, 이를 통해 오퍼레이션 유사도를 구한다. 컴포넌트 응집도와 결합도는 오퍼레이션 유사도에 의해 계산되며, 컴포넌트 분석 단계에 추출 가능한 정보로부터 계산된다. 그리고 사례 연구를 통해 컴포넌트 메트릭스의 필요성을 객체지향 메트릭스와의 비교를 통해 살펴본다. The component-based development methodology becomes famous as the reuse technology for independence and productivity of software development It is necessary component metrics for component-based systems, because It should be measurable to improve the quality of the software. Hence, in this paper, we propose component cohesion and coupling metrics which is reflected in characteristics of component. The operation use value is calculated by the information of classes interface commonly uses to offer the component's service. And, the operation similarity value is calculated by the operations use value. Component cohesion and coupling is calculated by the operation similarity and based of the information which is extracted in the analysis phase. And, we examine the necessity of component metrics in comparison with object-oriented metrics.

Methodology Evaluation Framework for Component-Based System Development

Components are already prominent in the implementation and deployment of advanced distributed information systems. Part and parcel of this development are the effective Component Based Development (CBD) methodology encompassing methods, tools and techniques that effectively target the existing component based technology. Current CBD methodologies lack a comprehensive component-based concept structure. They handle components mainly at the implementation and deployment phases still, which are heavily influenced by UML notations. In this paper a presentation is made of an evaluation framework, which highlights the extent to which a methodology is component oriented. Current CBD methods and approaches do not provide full support for various component concepts. Therefore, a CBD method sample was evaluated using the framework’s concepts and requirements. CBD method improvements are proposed based on the evaluation. The improved approach suggests the use of the standard RM-ODP as an underlying framework, to provide consistent, systematic, and integrated CBD methodology engineering support throughout the lifecycle.

Creating the OOSPICE model architecture—A case of reuse

AbstractThe OOSPICE project aims at creating a capability assessment package for component‐based development (CBD), which complements and extends the ISO 15504 technical report (SPICE) and its pending standard. In addition, it will offer support for process definition, creation and tailoring in the CBD domain. The major deliverables are a process reference model for CBD, a process assessment methodology, a new CBD methodology and supporting toolset, and an underpinning CBD process metamodel. Here, we evaluate the various terminologies in current usage in OO, CBD, capability assessment and the ISO standards, and then describe the important architectural framework of the project, which brings together the two previously disparate fields of process and methodology metamodeling with capability assessment and improvement. Additionally, we show how elements of preexisting standards, such as ISO 15504 and ISO 12207, as well as elements of existing OO process metamodels can be successfully reused to create a standard for this new focus on component‐based systems development. Copyright © 2004 John Wiley &amp; Sons, Ltd.

소프트웨어 품질측정에 의한 상용컴포넌트 선정방법에 관한 연구

소프트웨어 기술의 급속한 발전으로 컴포넌트 개발방법론은 많이 연구되었으나 컴포넌트의 품질을 구매자 관점에서 종합적이고 체계적으로 비교 및 평가하는 선정기법에 대한 연구가 미약한 상황이다. 지금까지 대부분의 컴포넌트 품질평가 방법은 객체지향의 척도를 기반으로 한 개발자 관점의 평가 방법이었으나 본 논문에서는 구매자 관점에서 최적의 상용컴포넌트를 선정하기 위한 기법으로 MCDM(Multiple Criteria Decision Making)기법을 활용한 4단계 선정 절차와 평가기준을 제시하였다. 상용컴포넌트의 품질은 국제표준(IS0/IEC 9126)에서 규정하고 있는 6가지 중요한 품질 특성 중에서 기능성, 효율성, 사용성을 고려하였으며 현재 인터넷상에서 판매하고 있는 상용 EJB 컴포넌트들에 대한 실증적 분석을 통하여 본 논문에서 제시한 상용컴포넌트 선정기법이 최적의 상용컴포넌트를 선택하는데 적용 가능한 것임을 보여준다. Because of rapid evolution of software technique, numerous software professionals have been concerned with component based development methodologies. However, it is hard to find out a systematic technique for the selection of COTS (Commercial Off The Shelf) component in consumer position. Up to date, the major of component quality evaluation is object-oriented metric based evaluation methodology. But this paper present four step process and evaluation criteria based on MCDM (Multiple Criteria Decision Making) technique for optimal COTS component selection in consumer position. We considered funtionality, efficiency, usability based on IS0/IEC 9126 for Quality measurement and executed practical analysis about commercial EJB component in internet. This paper show that the proposed selection technique is applicable to optimal COTS component selection.

컴포넌트의 응집성 측정

이미 존재하는 기능의 조각인 컴포넌트를 조림함으로써 시스템의 개발 시간과 비용을 줄이고, 소프트웨어의 품질과 생산성을 향상시키고자 하는 컴포넌트 기반 개발 방법론이 새로운 재사용 기술로 나타나기 시작했다. 컴포넌트 기반 시스템은 컴포넌트의 조합으로 구성되기 때문에 개별 컴포넌트의 품질에 의해 영향을 받는다. 그러므로, 개발될 컴포넌트 시스템의 품질을 향상시키기 위해서는, 조림될 개별 컴포넌트의 품질에 대한 측정이 필요하다. 따라서, 본 논문에서는 컴포넌트 인터페이스와 내부의 클래스 또는 클래스들 사이의 관련성으로 컴포넌트 응집성을 측정하는 메트릭스를 제안한다. 이는 소프트웨어 개발 주기의 초기인 분석단계에 적용하여, 향후 개발될 컴포넌트의 기능적 응집 정도를 측정해 볼 수 있다. 컴포넌트의 기능 독립성을 예측 가능함으로써, 소프트웨어 개발에 대한 노력을 줄일 수 있으며 컴포넌트 재사용을 통한 시스템의 품질 향상을 가져올 수 있는 효과를 기대할 수 있다. The component-based development methodology becomes famous as the new technology for reuse. That technology can help us easily develop a complex and large system by composing reusable components in short period with high-quality and low-cost. The component-based system nay be developed by composing more than one component. So, the quality of component-based system is determined by individual component duality. Therefore, it is necessary to measure individual component quality for the improvement in quality of component-based system. Hence, in this paper, we propose new component metrics for measuring the cohesion as relationship between classes and interfaces or among classes. Those can be applied in the early stage of software development life cycle. So, we can measure the functional cohesion of component which will be developed. Predicting functional independence of a component, we expect to reduce the software developing cost & effort and improve software quality by reusing a component.