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Multi-mode register file for use in branch prediction

US8639913B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 21, 2008
Grant dateJan 28, 2014
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Expiry dateAug 8, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F9/3844
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A multi-mode register file is described. In one embodiment, the multi-mode register file includes an operand in a first mode. The multi-mode register file further includes auxiliary information which replaces the operand in a second mode.

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