FPGA design
High-performance FPGA solutions for real-time application
At 3T, we leverage Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs) across various applications. Their exceptional flexibility, high-performance capabilities, and energy efficiency render them exceptionally well-suited for numerous industries and use cases. Our FPGA designs are optimal for real-time and parallel data processing tasks, such as image and video processing, radar signal analysis, and digital filtering.
FPGAs stand out for their impressive performance and energy efficiency, making them a top choice for computing and applications where power consumption is a critical consideration. Their embedded DSP slices, operating at nanosecond precision, position them as the perfect candidates for high-performance calculations and the acceleration of complex computations, particularly in AI applications involving neural networks.
The reprogrammability of FPGAs allows them to adapt to specific functions, reducing the necessity for additional hardware and enhancing overall system performance. This characteristic is particularly valuable for high-performance applications produced in low volumes, where Application-Specific Integrated Circuits (ASICs) are not cost-effective.
3T has over three decades of expertise in FPGA designs
3T has a rich history of delivering FPGA solutions across the spectrum, from low-power FPGAs consuming a few milliwatts to high-end FPGAs for real-time high-speed power-intensive computing applications. We cater to a diverse clientele, spanning the aerospace and defense, medical, and high-tech industries.
High-performance Radar Back-end Module
In collaboration with our customer, we've developed a high-performance radar back-end module. This module controls the radar front-end module, which generates and receives the analog tracking signals. The radar back-end module, powered by the Xilinx Zynq Z-7020, incorporates signal conditioning, data acquisition, and data processing for analog radar tracking signals. Digital Signal Processing on the Zynq FPGA fabric enhances processing capabilities, while the eCos RTOS on a Zynq ARM core ensures precise timing for radar tracking tasks. The required tracking algorithms are developed through Model-Driven Development using MATLAB and Simulink. This integrated solution represents a significant advancement in radar signal processing and tracking technology.
High-speed test system - MINT
MINT, short for Multi INTerface, is a versatile development tool known for its high-speed solution capabilities. Inside MINT, you'll find an Intel Arria V SoC, a powerful fusion of an FPGA and a Dual-core ARM CortexTM-A9 MPCoreTM. This unique combination harnesses the computing power of an FPGA and the adaptability of software on an ARM-based hard processor system (HPS). All interfaces are readily accessible from both the FPGA and the ARM-based HPS.
FPGAs are key components in today’s high-end embedded systems. At 3T, FPGAs have played a central role in embedded system design since their introduction. Over time, FPGA technology has undergone remarkable transformations.
A notable milestone was the introduction of FPGA System-on-Chips (SoCs), which seamlessly integrate ARM-based processors with FPGA fabric on a single chip. The design process has also evolved, transitioning from manual VHDL coding to a hybrid approach incorporating automatic code generation, such as High-Level Synthesis (HLS) or Mathworks HDL Coder, and implementing real-time operating systems (RTOS) for processor systems. As the complexity of the design grows, thorough verification becomes increasingly crucial. This aspect is often underestimated. Our model-driven approach not only plays a critical role during the design phase but also in the verification process.Considering the limitless range of FPGA applications – from low-power implementations that occupy a mere few hundred logic cells to high-end, high-speed, real-time applications running on the latest FPGA SoCs – we invite you to challenge us with your specific application. We are ready for it!
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