Algorithm types most suitable for FPGA implementation
A key differentiating factor of an algorithm suitable for an FPGA-based solution is that data arrives faster than a standard processor, even a high-speed device, can receive the data, perform the necessary processing, and write output to the intended destination. If this is the case for a particular system architecture, the next question to ask is if there is an available off-the-shelf solution that supports the required data rate and is capable of performing the necessary processing. If no such acceptable solution exists, it is prudent to explore the use of an FPGA in the design. The following sections identify some categories of processing algorithms that often involve the use of FPGAs.
Algorithms that process high-speed data streams
Video is an example of a high-speed data source, with high-resolution video arriving at rates of tens of gigabits per second. If your application involves standard video operations such as signal...
