FAMEBuilder ID: 2015-044
An FPGA-based tool for accelerating microarchitectural simulation, particularly for multicore systems.
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Technology Overview
FAMEBuilder is an innovative FPGA-based architectural model synthesis tool developed by Brigham Young University's Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. It is designed to synthesize parts of a structural microarchitectural simulator into reconfigurable hardware, aiming to significantly speed up microarchitectural simulation for multicore systems. This tool is especially valuable for researchers and microprocessor developers engaged in design space exploration.
Key Advantages
- Accelerates microarchitectural simulation, reducing development time
- Focuses on multicore system simulations, addressing current technological trends
- Supported by federal funding, indicating reliability and potential
- Designed for use in both academia and industry, ensuring wide applicability
Problems Addressed
- Lengthy simulation times for microarchitectural developments
- Lack of efficient tools for multicore system simulation
- Challenges in exploring design spaces due to slow simulation processes
Market Applications
- Academic research in microarchitectural systems
- Microprocessor development and design space exploration
- Industry research focusing on multicore system efficiency and optimization
Additional Information
Technology ID: 2015-044
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Date Published: 28 March, 2025
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