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Method and system for optimizing a critical path in a field programmable gate array configuration

US5764954A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateAug 23, 1995
Grant dateJun 9, 1998
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Expiry dateAug 23, 2015

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F30/39
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

In a Field Programmable Gate Array ("FPGA") design system, a configuration is generated. A path of the configuration is selected as a critical path for optimization. The critical path is optimized by rerouting connections between the logical primitives of the critical path. Prior to the rerouting, the logical primitives of the critical path may be optimally placed within the FPGA configuration. Optimal performance of the critical path is thus achieved.

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