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Intel (Altera) FPGAs – A Brief History (And Comparison to AMD Xilinx FPGAs)

November 20, 2023

Throughout the last few decades in Programmable Logic Devices (PLD) the two most well-known FPGA suppliers were Altera and Xilinx. Altera is now part of Intel (PSG) and Xilinx was acquired by AMD. In an earlier post we discussed the logic resources of AMD Xilinx FPGAs and the Configurable Logic Block (CLB). This post will … Continued

The Configurable Logic Block – A Quick Look

November 9, 2023

By BLT Inc

In this post, we will quickly review the Configurable Logic Block (CLB) and how it has changed over the years. In 1984, Xilinx introduced the first FPGA to the world, the XC2064. This FPGA formed the backbone of later device families and the design flow leveraged the Xilinx XACT tool. Nearly 40 years later, FPGAs … Continued

Unlocking the Power of Cross Triggering on FPGAs

October 26, 2023

By BLT Inc

Understanding Cross Triggering (and why it's your friend) Cross triggering is a useful technique to help with debugging FPGAs. Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs) are extremely versatile hardware platforms known for their ability to implement custom digital logic in the matter of seconds through the uploading of a bitstream. The applications of FPGAs range through many … Continued

What Is the AMD Xilinx UltraFast Design Methodology?

September 25, 2023

By BLT Inc

In FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) development and design, speed, efficiency, and reliability are paramount. Engineers and developers are constantly seeking innovative methodologies to streamline the design process and deliver optimized solutions. AMD (formerly Xilinx), a prominent player in the FPGA industry, offers a cutting-edge approach known as the "UltraFast Design Methodology" to address these challenges. … Continued

Understanding What High-Level Synthesis (HLS) Is: Bridging the Gap Between Software and Hardware

August 21, 2023

By BLT Inc

In electronics and digital design with FPGAs and SoCs, the demand for more efficient, powerful, and faster hardware is unrelenting. Engineers and developers require ways to optimize their designs, making them faster and more energy efficient. One of the transformative technologies available to address this challenge is High-Level Synthesis (HLS). It plays a crucial role … Continued

What Is an FPGA?

August 14, 2023

By BLT Inc

What Is an FPGA? The Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGA), invented by Xilinx (now AMD), is a type of integrated circuit that can be configured by the user after manufacturing to perform a variety of digital functions. They are popular in a wide range of industries, from telecommunications to aerospace, due to their flexibility and high … Continued

Vivado ML 2023.1 – The Latest Updates to the AMD Xilinx Vivado Design Suite

July 24, 2023

By BLT Inc

Welcome to a new era of innovation and efficiency with the release of AMD Vivado ML 2023.1. As FPGA / SoC technology continues to evolve at an astounding pace, the need for advanced and robust design tools becomes paramount. AMD Vivado ML 2023.1 rises to this challenge, empowering engineers and developers with new cutting-edge features, … Continued

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