Achieving multi-core performance through multi-threading
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2006-11-20 |
| This article covers the basics of multi-threading and virtual multi-processing using application specific instruction extensions. |
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Implement H-bridges to power automotive SoCs
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2008-07-18 |
| Learn how to implement H-bridges in "smart power" technology for an automotive application. |
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| Optimizing ASIC design flow for SoPCs
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2001-05-01 |
| System-on-programmable-chip (SoPC) technology has characteristics of both board-based design and ASIC-based system-on-a-chip ASIC design. The immediate attraction of SoPC is that, like a breadboard, the design can be up and running very quickly. |
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Unifying hardware, software verification
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2009-03-05 |
| Explore the need for a unified platform for both hardware and embedded software development. |
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The partitioning challenge of ASIC design into multiple FPGAs
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2010-02-12 |
| Partitioning a large ASIC design into multiple FPGAs can be challenging. Doing some upfront planning and selecting the right tool flow can make achieve a thoroughly verified ASIC and first-silicon success. |
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Targeting 32-bit CPUs for industrial applications
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2006-05-01 |
| There is a quiet revolution occurring in industrial environments, as 32-bit CPUs and networking work their way into even the most deeply embedded devices. |
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Considerations in memory system design
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2009-04-16 |
| Read about the the latest technologies and techniques to fit more memory onto smaller motherboards. |
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| OCP's role in multi-core designs
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2008-11-19 |
| Learn about the Open Core Protocol that is expected to address today's multi-core problems. |
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Perform high-speed, low-cost prototyping of ASIC designs
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2009-10-30 |
| A "typical" ASIC design cycle is in the order of 9 to 18 months, while the window of opportunity for the introduction of a product using this device can be as little as two to four months. |
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MCUs enable auto technology convergence: Fault detection
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2008-10-23 |
| Read about how automotive MCU convergence results into more faults, and how to detect and supervise these faults. |
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Achieve cache coherence in MIPS32 multi-core design
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2008-12-01 |
| Read about design methods for facilitating design reuse centred on an open standard. |
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The case for real-time visibility
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2005-11-02 |
| Good development requires good debugging, and good debugging requires good visibility. Take an inside look at what makes a good debugger and what customers should look for in their own tools. |
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Mobile video: ARM vs. DSP vs. hardware
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2008-09-18 |
| This article compares fixed-function hardware, DSPs and RISC processors for video on handsets. It examines power area, flexibility and other issues. |
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Increase HW/SW system design productivity
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2008-11-18 |
| System design productivity, especially with 90 nm designs, can be improved with ESL tools, complemented by techniques such as SLEC. |
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Measure quality in semiconductor IP
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2009-01-13 |
| Here's an approach for communicating design intent and measuring IP quality that's rooted in how design is done. |
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