31 Jan
2008
31 Jan
'08
12:07 a.m.
Date: Wed, 30 Jan 2008 14:16:32 -0500
From: scheefj at netscape.net
What is the desired end result? What is the
application? A simple
application may not need a "real" networking protocol. If "cluster"
means distributed processing, then you have a lot more than just
protocols to figure out.
You know, a $2 PIC (e.g. 18F2580) MCU implements CAN. It's not
really fast(CAN, not the PIC) but it keeps your car going. A minimum
of external components required. You even get a bunch of other neat
stuff thrown in (USART, timers, ADC, etc.). All in a 28 pin skinny
DIP or QFN.
(Dodging brickbats, for not keeping things contemporaneous)
Cheers,
Chuck