Hardware support for a real-time reconfigurable system-on-chip

Peter J. Waldeck; Neil W. Bergmann

doi:10.1117/12.523332

30 March 2004 Hardware support for a real-time reconfigurable system-on-chip

Peter J. Waldeck, Neil W. Bergmann

Proceedings Volume 5274, Microelectronics: Design, Technology, and Packaging; (2004) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.523332
Event: Microelectronics, MEMS, and Nanotechnology, 2003, Perth, Australia

Abstract

This paper introduces a computer architecture suitable for embedded real-time applications where low power consumption is a requirement. This is achieved through the use of a hybrid hardware-software system. A system architecture is proposed which allows for modules of a system to be implemented at run-time in either hardware or software. Implementation choices may be made dynamically based on the loading of the host microprocessor, in a multi-tasking environment. An approach to inter-module communication is described, along with how this is affected by dynamic configuration. Some research goals are identified, including investigating the effects on real-time performance, power consumption and the design process involved in reconfigurable systems.

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Peter J. Waldeck and Neil W. Bergmann "Hardware support for a real-time reconfigurable system-on-chip", Proc. SPIE 5274, Microelectronics: Design, Technology, and Packaging, (30 March 2004); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.523332

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