Explore the complete process of developing systems based on
field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs), including the design of
electronic circuits and the construction and debugging of prototype
embedded devices
Key Features
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Learn the basics of embedded systems and real-time operating systems
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Understand how FPGAs implement processing algorithms in hardware
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Design, construct, and debug custom digital systems from scratch using
KiCad
Book Description
Modern digital devices used in homes, cars, and wearables contain highly
sophisticated computing capabilities composed of embedded systems that
generate, receive, and process digital data streams at rates up to
multiple gigabits per second. This book will show you how to use Field
Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs) and high-speed digital circuit design
to create your own cutting-edge digital systems.
Architecting High-Performance Embedded Systems takes you through the
fundamental concepts of embedded systems, including real-time operation
and the Internet of Things (IoT), and the architecture and capabilities
of the latest generation of FPGAs. Using powerful free tools for FPGA
design and electronic circuit design, you'll learn how to design, build,
test, and debug high-performance FPGA-based IoT devices. The book will
also help you get up to speed with embedded system design, circuit
design, hardware construction, firmware development, and debugging to
produce a high-performance embedded device - a network-based digital
oscilloscope. You'll explore techniques such as designing four-layer
printed circuit boards with high-speed differential signal pairs and
assembling the board using surface-mount components.
By the end of the book, you'll have a solid understanding of the
concepts underlying embedded systems and FPGAs and will be able to
design and construct your own sophisticated digital devices.
What You Will Learn
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Understand the fundamentals of real-time embedded systems and sensors
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Discover the capabilities of FPGAs and how to use FPGA development
tools
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Learn the principles of digital circuit design and PCB layout with
KiCad
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Construct high-speed circuit board prototypes at low cost
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Design and develop high-performance algorithms for FPGAs
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Develop robust, reliable, and efficient firmware in C
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Thoroughly test and debug embedded device hardware and firmware
Who this book is for
This book is for software developers, IoT engineers, and anyone who
wants to understand the process of developing high-performance embedded
systems. You'll also find this book useful if you want to learn about
the fundamentals of FPGA development and all aspects of firmware
development in C and C++. Familiarity with the C language, digital
circuits, and electronic soldering is necessary to get started.
