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Method for estimating cost when placing operations within a modulo scheduler when scheduling for processors with a large number of function units or reconfigurable data paths

US7093255B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateMay 31, 2002
Grant dateAug 15, 2006
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Expiry dateDec 1, 2023

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F8/4452
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A process for scheduling operations using a cost function is provided. A number of scheduling options are determined for an operation and a cost is computed for each scheduling option. The process then schedules the operation based on a computed cost.

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