Presentation
Navigating Instruction Length Decode: TAP into IP using three pronged FV Trident
DescriptionAmidst the increasing complexity of computing systems, the precision and integrity of module designs, particularly the Instruction Length Decode unit (ILD) in modern processors, stand as paramount concerns. The ILD's role in identifying instruction boundaries and enabling accurate field extraction becomes more intricate with innovative Byte-Level Speculative Parallel decoding techniques. Traditional verification methods, inadequate for the dynamic nature of modern ILD designs, underscore the need for a comprehensive approach. This paper addresses this challenge by proposing a methodology, the Trilogy Assurance Paradigm (TAP), designed to rigorously validate ILD functionality. Beyond ILD, TAP extends its applicability to diverse complex IPs. Focused on the CPU pipeline, this exploration delves into the ILD's significance and the intricacies of byte-level speculative decoding. TAP's potency lies in its holistic approach, encompassing top-down control path analysis, bottom-up data-path logic scrutiny, and integration assessments for diverse architectural contexts. This paper presents a comprehensive solution to verify intricate modern ILD designs and extends its methodology's applicability to various complex IPs.
Event Type
Engineering Track Poster
TimeTuesday, June 255:25pm - 5:26pm PDT
LocationLevel 2 Exhibit Hall
Back-End Design
Embedded Systems
Front-End Design
IP