QuickLogic Unveils Aurora 2.9: Enhanced Performance and Seamless Integration
Rhea-AI Summary
QuickLogic (NASDAQ: QUIK) has announced the release of Aurora 2.9, an enhanced version of its eFPGA design software tool. The update introduces several key improvements, including a BlockRAM and DSP IP Configurator for better on-chip memory and DSP functions integration, up to 2X faster Place and Route (P&R) tools runtime, and custom function support through LUT macros.
The new version features improved Integrated Path Analysis (IPA) startup time and includes optional Synopsys Synplify logic synthesis in the Aurora PRO version. These enhancements aim to improve Quality of Results (QoR) and resource utilization efficiency, particularly benefiting engineers familiar with Synplify synthesis tools.
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- Up to 2X improvement in Place and Route (P&R) tools runtime
- Enhanced resource utilization efficiency
- Integration of Synopsys Synplify logic synthesis in PRO version
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Key enhancements in Aurora 2.9 include:
- BlockRAM and DSP IP Configurator: Enables seamless integration of on-chip memory and DSP functions
- Improved Runtime: Achieves up to a 2X improvement for Place and Route (P&R) tools
- Custom Function Support: Enables the instantiation of LUT macros to create custom functions
- Integrated Path Analysis (IPA): Features improved startup time
- Optional Synopsys Synplify logic synthesis in the Aurora PRO version
This offering enhances the Quality of Results (QoR) and resource utilization efficiency, providing engineers who are familiar with the Synplify synthesis tools an opportunity to optimize their designs.
"Aurora 2.9 represents a significant leap forward in eFPGA design, providing our customers with not just enhanced performance but also tools that simplify the design process," said Mao Wang, director of product marketing at QuickLogic. "Our goal with Aurora is to continuously improve resource utilization and performance while focusing on ease of use."
The Aurora 2.9 Development Tool Suite is available immediately. For more information, please visit https://www.quicklogic.com/efpga-ip/efpga-ip-user-tools/
About QuickLogic
QuickLogic Corporation is a fabless semiconductor company specializing in eFPGA Hard IP, discrete FPGAs, and endpoint AI solutions. QuickLogic's unique approach combines cutting-edge technology with open-source tools to deliver highly customizable, low-power solutions for industrial, aerospace, consumer, and computing markets. For more information, visit www.quicklogic.com.
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