In this report we present a new architecture for a Field Programmable Logic Device. The architecture is geared towards routing completion and predictable timing performance. The central principle of the new architecture is based on the concept of efficient use of silicon resources. It is performance-oriented, with predictable interconnect and logic delays, and has a guaranteed routability. Latency in the original circuit is exploited in such a manner as to make efficient reuse of interconnect resources. Specifically, the given circuit is topologically levelized and implemented in a folded-pipeline manner. The new architecture is CAD friendly, thereby eliminating the need for complex time-consuming place and route tools.
Title
Performance-Oriented Fully Routable Dynamic Architecture for a Field Programmable Logic Device
Published
1993-01-01
Full Collection Name
Electrical Engineering & Computer Sciences Technical Reports
Other Identifiers
ERL-93-42
Type
Text
Extent
42 p
Archive
The Engineering Library
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