Reconfigurable Streaming Architectures for Embedded Smart Cameras

Sek M. Chai, Nikolaos Bellas, Greg Kujawa, Tom Ziomek, Linda Dawson, Tony Scaminaci, Malcolm Dwyer, Dan Linzmeier

Abstract: Smart cameras using FPGAs require an automation method to simplify the design process and to ensure both computation and memory performance are met. Reconfigurable logic allows exploration of different hardware accelerators and memory-hierarchy configurations based on application needs. This paper presents a streaming architecture template that is generated from high level program descriptions. A smart camera development platform, the software architecture, and demonstration template are also described.