Title :
Xtensa: a configurable and extensible processor
Author :
Gonzalez, Ricardo E.
Author_Institution :
Tensilica Inc., Santa Clara, CA, USA
Abstract :
System designers can optimize Xtensa for their embedded application by sizing and selecting features and adding new instructions. Xtensa provides an integrated solution that allows easy customization of both hardware and software. This process is simple, fast, and robust
Keywords :
microprocessor chips; Xtensa; configurable and extensible processor; customization; integrated solution; Coprocessors; Engines; Frequency; Hardware; Microarchitecture; Packaging; Process design; Programmable logic arrays; Programmable logic devices; Reconfigurable logic;
Journal_Title :
Micro, IEEE
