Introduction To FPGAs Programmable Logic For Innovation
Introduction To FPGAs Programmable Logic For Innovation
by Ranjith Kumar
What is an FPGA?
Field-Programmable Gate Array Programmable Interconnects
An integrated circuit that you can configure. This is done Consists of programmable logic blocks.
after the manufacturing process.
Interconnects allow routing signals between logic blocks.
Logic blocks implement basic logic gates or complex
functions.
FPGA Architecture
Logic Blocks Interconnect
Configurable Logic Programmable routing
Blocks (CLBs) implement channels with switch
logic functions with LUTs. matrices connect logic
blocks.
Flip-flops for
sequential logic
I/O Blocks
Interfaces with external devices for versatile connectivity.
FPGAs vs. Microprocessors and ASICs
Microprocessors ASICs FPGAs
Design Entry
2 Create HDL code.
Synthesis
3 Translate HDL code into a netlist.
Implementation
4 Place and route the design.
Advantages of Using FPGAs
Reconfigurability Parallel Processing
Adapt to changing needs High-throughput for many
and fix bugs. applications.
Faster Time-to-Market
Quick development compared to ASICs.
FPGA Applications: Aerospace
and Defense
Radar Electronic Image
Processing Warfare Processing
Guidance
Systems
FPGA Applications: Communications
Wireless
1
Baseband and channel coding.
Networking
2
Packet processing, routing.
SDR
3
Flexible radio platforms.
FPGA Applications: Industrial and Automotive
2 Machine Vision
1
Motor Control
ADAS
3
Conclusion: The Future of
FPGAs
8.5%
Projected CAGR through 2030.
$12.5B
Expected market size by 2030.
FPGAs are a key enabler for innovation across industries. They are
rapidly evolving with new architectures and tools.