Multi-granularity NoC simulation framework for early phase exploration of SDR platforms

摘要: After the introduction of the first multi-core processor chip in 2001 multiprocessing has developed dramatically. Today, nearly all processor chips use multiple cores in an attempt to deliver more system performance within their power-constrained environment. The related trend at the embedded system design industry is the appearance of an increasing number of hardware components on a single chip pressured by rising performance requirements of embedded applications and manufacturing cost. The combination of this trend and the power consumption issues led to the rise of the MPSoC paradigm which demonstrates significant advantages over more traditional designs with the respective reflection at the complexity of the design process of hardware and software. Moreover, it is widely acknowledged that early design decisions have the most significant impact on the final system performance and power …