A novel mixed signal programmable device with on-chip microprocessor

Abstract

In this paper we present a novel field programmable mixed-signal integrated device consisting of a Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), a set of programmable and interconnectable analog cells, and a microprocessor core. This processor can run general purpose user programs, handle the dynamic reconfiguration of the programmable blocks and probe in real time internal digital and analog signals. The device is especially suitable for development and fast prototyping of mixed signal integrated applications.