Dual regulator typology needed to power modern cellphones
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2004-08-16 |
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Addressing memory mapping issues in co-processing
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2010-03-01 |
| By using accelerators, you can use fewer processors. This eliminates fancy interconnects and has fewer discrete bits of processing resource. The joke is if you want to make your chariot go faster do you want a thousand chickens or four strong horses. |
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Picking a RapidIO switch
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2009-03-12 |
| Here's an outline of the factors to consider when deciding which switch to use for embedded systems. |
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| Radar fundamentals (Part 2)
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2011-09-07 |
| Here's a discussion on Doppler radar processing, which enables radar systems to discriminate in target velocity, as well as range and angle of the target. |
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| Embedding HPC: Making super-computing happen
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2011-12-15 |
| Here are a few recent advances in high performance computing for embedded systems. |
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| Speed enhancements for Model Tech upgrades
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2001-04-15 |
| This article discusses the ModelSim simulation upgrade, which promises faster performance, better memory use, new interactive debug features and improved testbench and regression test support. |
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Implement trigonometric functions in software with CORDIC
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2008-07-23 |
| This tutorial describes software implementation of fixed-point trigonometric routines using the CORDIC algorithm. |
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| Scaling JTAG to evolving embedded needs
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2006-08-09 |
| JTAG adoption and integration requires a strategy across multiple development disciplines to ensure a standard approach that you can re-use and build on in later generations of the product. This article describes how JTAG is used in various generations of system development and design. |
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Filter banks: Optimisation, synthesis
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2009-02-24 |
| Know how to optimise filter banks using high-level synthesis tools. |
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Levelling FPGAs and DDR3 SDRAM
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2008-02-01 |
| Current generation FPGAs offer many features interfacing with DDR3 SDRAM for a wide range of applications. In order to work with the latest DDR3 SDRAM technology, a strong levelling is necessary. |
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Translating MATLAB-to-C, Part 3: Code generation, verification
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2009-03-06 |
| Know the complex functions and the role C interface constraints play in the translation process. |
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| Is gesture recognition leading the way to 3D UIs?
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2012-02-09 |
| Know the issues surrounding gesture recognition in 3D interaction and the techniques to overcome them. |
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Improve accuracy in current measurements
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2004-12-16 |
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How to deal with high-speed board layout challenges
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2009-11-26 |
| The challenge in SDI board layout is in devising a layout strategy to minimise impedance mismatches from the many external components on the 75Ω port. Use of 75Ωmicrostrips with trace widths comparable to the landing pads of the passive components will minimise impedance discontinuities. |
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| Power management issues for computer peripherals
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2011-12-26 |
| Learn about the challenges of managing multiple rails, their timing, sequencing, and dynamic/transient modes. |
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Reconsidering home network connections
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2009-08-18 |
| Bear in mind the possibilities of emerging home networking standards. It is to your advantage to be part of the home networking community. |
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Design power-aware FPGAs, Part 2
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2009-03-25 |
| Learn why considering simple, single-cycle power numbers is misleading and even erroneous. |
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| What the next transistor will be like
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2011-08-01 |
| Here's a comprehensive discussion on the race is on to redefine the transistor. |
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| Managing single event effects in FPGAs, ASICs and processors (Part 1)
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2011-12-28 |
| As dimensions fall below 90 nm, all electronics, including ASICs and FPGAs get affected with single event effects, with faults ranging from logical errors to changes in data to latchups. |
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| Radar fundamentals (Part 1)
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2011-09-05 |
| This five-part series tackles the basics of radar systems and its operations. |
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| Trade-offs of multi-gigabit data link aggregation
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2011-10-17 |
| Learn about the need for aggregated links in leading-edge systems, and some implementation trade-offs. |
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| Radar fundamentals (Part 3)
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2011-09-12 |
| Here's an examination of how beamforming, pulse compression and Doppler processing can be implemented in radar systems. |
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FPGAs for reliable automotive system design
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2009-02-11 |
| Know the solutions that address both initialisation configuration and potential SRAM corruption issues. |
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| Chip startup keeps MPEG-4 power budget to trickle
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2001-05-16 |
| This article describes the Luxxon Corp. video processor for cellular phones. |
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Migrating to single-chip systems
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1999-04-01 |
| System-on-a-chip designs are becoming increasingly popular in the embedded systems arena. What are they and how do the resulting system design changes affect traditional software development and debugging strategies? |
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FPGAs accelerate algorithms in hardware
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2004-02-02 |
| When you're trying to get the best performance out of your algorithm and you're out of software tricks, try acceleration through hardware/software repartitioning. FPGAs provide everything you need to speed up your algorithms. Altera's Lara Simsic shows you how. |
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Twiddle bits
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2001-12-03 |
| It's amazing what you can do with a single general-purpose I/O pin. Join us for a comprehensive look at the possibilities. |
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Multimedia signal processing with programmable logic
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2008-10-03 |
| Programmable logic in the form of FPGAs is a highly scalable and reconfigurable technology that can be applied to multimedia signal processing. |
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FPGAs clear the serial backplane design hurdle
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2007-09-16 |
| Even as serial backplane technology goes mainstream, its evolution brings many challenges including protocols and legacy IP. This article proposes that FPGAs offer a viable solution to overcoming the interface design challenges. |
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Solving problems early on using co-verification
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2004-11-16 |
| Learn the importance and benefits of hardware and software co-verification before the physical design becomes available. |
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