FPGA based Agile Algorithm-On-Demand Co-Processor

TL;DR

This paper presents a general design and proof-of-concept implementation of an FPGA-based agile co-processor that can adapt to changing algorithms, addressing the need for flexible and cost-effective hardware solutions.

Contribution

It introduces a novel design framework for an algorithm-agile FPGA co-processor, demonstrating its feasibility through a proof-of-concept implementation.

Findings

Successful demonstration of an adaptable FPGA co-processor

Reduced design and NRE costs compared to ASICs

Potential for rapid reconfiguration to meet changing standards

Abstract

With growing computational needs of many real-world applications, frequently changing specifications of standards, and the high design and NRE costs of ASICs, an algorithm-agile FPGA based co-processor has become a viable alternative. In this article, we report about the general design of an algorith-agile co-processor and the proof-of-concept implementation.