GRTL-a graphical platform for pipelined system design

Abstract

Presents GRTL, a graphical design tool specifically for manual design of synchronous pipelines at the register transfer level. Abstractions (parameterized behavioral components, abstract signals) and AI methodology simplify input and reduce detail, yet useful timing analyses can be obtained. Features include integrated interactive design blackboard, Werner diagram and clocking formalisms for design correctness, open library, reversible functional simulator, and down-loading facility for external silicon compilation. Earlier work is contrasted.<>