Configurable Computing & Embedded Systems
University
Course
VPZ
Goals
The objective of this program is to research and develop a Smart City infrastructure for the Atlanta area, with a focus on configurable hardware as a computational platform. Configurable (or reconfigurable) computing combines high-performance hardware with the flexibility of software. This project will explore the use of configurable hardware to assist in areas such as high-performance computing, security and trust, and heterogenous component interfacing. We will also research real-time data analytics and display to provide a framework for better understanding urban environments and human interaction.
Issues
<p>Configurable computing uses and tradeoffs; hardware/software co-processing/co-simulation; high-performance computing; digital design CAD and verification tools; trustworthy computing; root-of-trust hardware; autonomic computing; trust evaluation of microelectronics; formal verification; secure computing; design security; hacking; real-time data analytics; data display and audification; city-planning.</p>
Tools and Methods
Embedded computing systems
Programmable Logic Devices, e.g. PFGAs and CPLDs
Microcontrollers
Graph Analytics, e.g. GT STINGER
CAD/EDA Software, e.g. Xilinx ISE and schematic editors
Visualization Software, e.g. GEPHI
web-based dashboards
Cyber-Physical Systems
Electronic Test and Measurement Equipment, e.g. logic analyzers and oscilloscopes
Desired Majors
Computer Engineering
Computer Science
Electrical Engineering