A context analysis method for constructing reliable embedded systems

This paper proposes a context-dependent requirements analysis method called CAMEmb (Context Analysis Method for Embedded systems) consisting of UML-based context modeling and formal verification support. In CAMEmb, a context model is constructed from initial system requirements by using a UML Profile for Context Analysis. This context model clarifies the relations among hardware components and contexts. After that, the context model is verified in order to check whether a target system behaves correctly under the expected contexts.