ChipBridge provides a robust solution for extending AXI4 connectivity between chips, enabling a master FPGA or ASIC to control peripherals on a connected slave FPGA seamlessly. It offers a streamlined way to manage signal extension, overcoming challenges present in traditional designs, such as limited pin availability and complex wiring schemes.
This IP requires only a couple of transceiver pairs and utilizes high-speed links for effective data management across devices. Designed to work with a variety of physical link protocols, ChipBridge ensures consistent communication between devices by capitalizing on the AXI4 standard, retaining high data throughput and low latency. The approach enables the physical separation of functions without compromising on performance, which is essential in optimizing design architecture while maintaining desirable speeds.
ChipBridge has been developed to cater to Lattice and other popular FPGA brands. Its robust architecture facilitates a diverse range of applications, including those that confront real-world interface challenges, such as ESD protection and voltage level translation. Adopting such IP ensures that applications maintain their pace and precision by simplifying how peripherals are managed and interfaced with central control units.
