Integrating ARM Cortex M Processors into Xilinx FPGAs

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ARM DesignStart FPGA offers instant and free access to Cortex-M1 and Cortex-M3 soft CPU IP for use on FPGA designs. ARM Cortex-M1 processor is optimized for FPGA development while ARM Cortex-M3 features an exceptional 32-bit performance with low dynamic power. Xilinx Spartan-7 FPGA offers the most size, performance, and cost-conscious design engineered.

Digilent Arty S7-50T provides users with a wide variety of I/O and expansion options. Use the dual row Arduino® connectors to mount one of the hundreds of hardware compatible shields available, or use the Pmod ports with Digilent’s pre-made Pmod IP blocks for a more streamlined design experience. Additionally, with the on-chip analog-to-digital converter, users can configure up dual conversion channels at 12 bits of resolution on Arty S7-50. Target applications include sensor fusion and motor control.

Download the “Integrating ARM Cortex M Processors into Xilinx FPGAs” Course Workbook. Get hands-on experience with creating, programming, debugging, and developing applications for Arm Cortex-M processors in Xilinx FPGAs through DesignStart FPGA. Use the Xilinx Vivado Design Suite, and drag-and-drop the Cortex-M1 and Cortex-M3 soft IP on Xilinx Spartan S7 FPGA.

The workbook includes 3 labs

1. Exploring the Cortex M Architecture in Xilinx Vivado Design Suite
2. Implement Cortex M Soft Processor on Xilinx Spartan 7. Create “Hello World” application in ARM Keil
3. Create a monitor to track the FPGA physical position and measure the temperature

Implement the SoC on Digilent Arty S7-50T Spartan S7 FPGA Board. Use Arty S7-50T, Pmod HYGRO Digital Humidity and Temperature Sensor and Pmod NAV 9 axis IMU plus barometer to complete a simple environmental monitoring application.