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Field Programmable Gate Arrays FPGAs An Introduction

Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs) provide customizable hardware with parallel processing capabilities, differing from fixed architectures of CPUs and GPUs. The FPGA design flow includes specification, design entry, synthesis, implementation, and verification, ensuring efficient operation. FPGAs are widely used in sectors like telecoms, data centers, and embedded systems, with future trends focusing on AI acceleration and edge computing.

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Field Programmable Gate Arrays FPGAs An Introduction

Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs) provide customizable hardware with parallel processing capabilities, differing from fixed architectures of CPUs and GPUs. The FPGA design flow includes specification, design entry, synthesis, implementation, and verification, ensuring efficient operation. FPGAs are widely used in sectors like telecoms, data centers, and embedded systems, with future trends focusing on AI acceleration and edge computing.

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Field-Programmable Gate

Arrays (FPGAs): An
Introduction
Welcome to this presentation on Field-Programmable Gate Arrays
(FPGAs). We will explore their unique capabilities.

By K.Prasunasai
22321A0471
ECE-B
What is an FPGA and how does it differ from CPUs/GPUs?
FPGA CPU/GPU

Configurable logic blocks. Highly parallel processing. Customisable hardware. Fixed architecture. Sequential or streaming processing. General-purpose.

FPGAs offer hardware-level customisation, unlike the fixed architectures of CPUs and GPUs. This allows for unparalleled parallel processing.
FPGA Architecture:
Understanding Logic Blocks,
Routing, and I/O
Logic Blocks
Configurable to perform various logic functions.

Routing
Programmable interconnects link logic blocks.

I/O Blocks
Manage external communication with devices.

FPGA architecture comprises reconfigurable logic blocks, flexible routing


paths, and adaptable I/O. This allows for highly specific hardware
implementations.
The FPGA Design Flow: From Specification to Implementation
Specification
Define requirements and system behaviour.

Design Entry
Write HDL code (VHDL/Verilog).

Synthesis
Translate HDL into a netlist.

Implementation
Place and route the design onto the FPGA.

Verification
Simulate and test the implemented design.

The FPGA design flow is a structured process. It moves from high-level specifications to low-level hardware configuration. This ensures correct and efficient
operation.
Advantages of FPGAs:
Performance, Flexibility and
Power Efficiency
High Performance
Parallel processing accelerates specific tasks.

Flexibility
Reconfigurable for diverse applications.

Power Efficiency
Optimised hardware consumes less power.

FPGAs excel in performance for custom workloads. They offer unparalleled


flexibility through reconfigurability. This results in significant power
efficiency gains.
Applications of FPGAs: From Telecoms to
Embedded Systems
Telecoms
• 5G infrastructure
• Network acceleration

Data Centres
• Cloud computing
• Machine learning

Embedded Systems
• Automotive control
• Industrial automation

Defence
• Signal processing
• Secure communications

FPGAs are crucial across many sectors. They power demanding applications. These range from high-
speed telecoms to advanced embedded systems.
FPGA Development Tools and Languages (VHDL/Verilog)

VHDL Verilog

Verbose, strong typing. Used for complex designs. Hardware description C-like syntax. More concise. Popular for ASIC design.
language.

FPGA development relies on Hardware Description Languages (HDLs). VHDL and Verilog are primary examples. These languages enable precise hardware
behaviour definition.
The Future of FPGAs:
Emerging Trends and
Technologies

AI Edge
Heterogeneous
AI Acceleration Edge Computing Heterogeneous
Computing
FPGAs are driving AI
and machine Enabling intelligent Integration with
learning. devices at the edge. CPUs and GPUs
increasing.

The future of FPGAs looks promising. They are integral to AI


acceleration and edge computing. Their role in heterogeneous
computing architectures will expand.

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