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FPGAs power critical innovations in defense, telecommunications, and healthcare, but their adaptability introduces unique security challenges. In this blog, we explore common threats, best practices, and emerging trends in FPGA security, showcasing Fidus Systems’ expertise in delivering secure, high-performance solutions tailored to your industry.

Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) are the backbone of modern embedded systems, powering critical applications across industries. This guide explores their importance, core components, and design strategies while showcasing real-world examples of deterministic and secure system implementations.

MIO optimization is crucial for achieving efficient and scalable designs on AMD Zynq™ UltraScale+™ MPSoC and RFSoC platforms. Explore expert-led steps to streamline peripheral assignments, configure voltage banks, and enhance system performance.

Explore Fidus Systems’ best practices in video interface design, covering protocol selection, real-time processing, and user-centric engineering. See how Fidus creates high-performance solutions that ensure seamless, high-quality video transmission.

Explore the vital role of embedded software in autonomous vehicles, covering challenges, key technologies, and solutions to ensure safety, reliability, and compliance. Discover how Fidus Systems supports advanced AV projects with expertise in real-time processing, cybersecurity, and secure software updates.

Explore how FPGA engineers and software developers can overcome common collaboration challenges with strategies to align workflows, integrate tools, and foster seamless co-design for high-performance applications.

In today’s fast-evolving world of high-performance embedded systems, combining FPGA and software design within MPSoC architectures is crucial for unlocking real-time performance and efficiency. But how do you ensure that these two critical components work seamlessly together? In this blog, we explore best practices for FPGA and software co-design, offering insights from Fidus experts Chris Tippett and Jeremy Brooks. Learn how to optimize your design process, avoid common pitfalls, and achieve breakthrough results by integrating FPGA and software effectively. Whether you’re new to MPSoC or looking to improve your current designs, this guide will help you get started.

In this blog, we explore advanced techniques for securing bootloaders and Board Support Packages (BSPs) in embedded systems. From encryption strategies like AES and RSA to real-world case studies from Fidus, discover how to protect your devices from unauthorized access and firmware tampering. Plus, check out our upcoming and on-demand webinars for deeper insights into embedded system security.

In the ever-evolving landscape of FPGA design, AMD’s Versal Adaptive SoCs stand out with their advanced AI Engine (AIE) capabilities. These SoCs integrate programmable logic and processing systems to meet the high-performance demands of AI and DSP applications. In this piece, we dive into essential C/C++ optimization techniques and hierarchical design strategies to help developers maximize the efficiency and maintainability of their AI engine designs.