The Internet of Things (IoT) is evolving at an unprecedented pace, demanding higher performance, lower latency, greater energy efficiency, and robust security. Traditional microcontroller and software-based architectures are often inadequate for these next-generation challenges, particularly in real-time processing, AI at the edge, secure communication, and high-speed networking.
This session will explore how open-source FPGA-based designs provide a compelling alternative by enabling hybrid control architectures that optimize workloads across software and reconfigurable hardware. Unlike conventional fixed-function ASICs or COTS microcontrollers, FPGAs offer flexibility, performance scalability, and hardware-level customization, allowing engineers to tailor IoT devices to specific application needs.
Topics Covered
1. Board-Level Architecture of Open-Source FPGA Platforms
2. Development Tools and Ecosystem
3. Application Areas Where FPGA Acceleration Drives Innovation
4. Moving Beyond Software-Based Control to Hybrid Computing
Takeaways for Engineers and Product Decision Makers
Attendees will gain a deep understanding of how open-source FPGA platforms can revolutionize IoT product development. This session will equip engineers with insights into leveraging reconfigurable computing to improve efficiency, security, and scalability. Product decision-makers will discover how FPGA-based hybrid architectures provide a future-proof alternative to traditional embedded designs.