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 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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| 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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How to protect data with battery-free RAID solution
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2010-04-26 |
| This article provides an overview of the supporting component technologies that can support such an environment-friendly data recovery solution. |
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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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Intelligent system partitioning of MIMO-OFDMA base stations
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2007-09-01 |
| "Intelligent partitioning" between DSPs and FPGAs devices provides wireless systems with the best combination of features and cost-effectiveness. |
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How to protect data with battery-free RAID solution
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2010-04-06 |
| Increased data processing and storage demands are challenging traditional ways of maintaining data integrity in data centers. |
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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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| Do we really need Agile hardware development?
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2011-10-27 |
| Here's an article that tackles whether the values and principles that guide agile software teams should similarly guide SoC teams. |
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Reap the benefits of a design preservation flow
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2010-07-28 |
| Design preservation can reduce the implementation iterations during the timing closure phase by implementing just the changed modules. |
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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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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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Improve accuracy in current measurements
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2004-12-16 |
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Putting multi-core processing in context for power designs (Part 1)
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2008-10-10 |
| Find out why embedded device manufacturers become so enamored with multi-core devices. |
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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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Your guide to choosing hardware IP
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2006-02-03 |
| Designing your own chip is hard enough without having to worry about your third-party IP supply. This guide helps ASIC and ASSP designers through the minefield of evaluating and selecting hardware IP for their important projects. |
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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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Implement HD video design framework using FPGAs
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2008-09-18 |
| This article explores a HD video design framework using FPGAs that can allow for a faster design cycle wherein components can be used collectively or you can pick-and-choose as required. |
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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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Automated video algorithm implementation
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2006-06-02 |
| The article presents an overview of a C-based design flow that enables designers to generate high-quality hardware for video algorithms. A video line filter example is used to illustrate techniques for coding video algorithms. |
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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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| 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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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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Design software radio systems using FPGAs (3)
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2007-03-28 |
| This is the third part of a series that discusses the strengths of FPGAs and how they can be optimally used in software radio systems. |
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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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Module approach ups 5GHz WLAN front-end integration
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2004-06-16 |
| This article describes a single-package 5GHz WLAN RF module comprising a BiCMOS IC, commercial GaAs PA and Tx/Rx switch, high-quality integrated RF filters and a patch antenna. |
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