Title
A framework for rapid prototyping of embedded vision applications
Abstract
We present a framework for fast prototyping of embedded video applications. Starting with a high-level executable specification written in OpenCV, we apply semi-automatic refinements of the specification at various levels (TLM and RTL), the lowest of which is a system-on-chip prototype in FPGA. The refinement leverages the structure of image processing applications to map high-level representations to lower level implementation with limited user intervention. Our framework integrates the computer vision library OpenCV for software, SystemC/TLM for high-level hardware representation, UVM and QEMU-OS for virtual prototyping and verification into a single and uniform design and verification flow. With applications in the field of driving assistance and object recognition, we prove the usability of our framework in producing performance and correct design.
Year
DOI
Venue
2014
10.1109/DASIP.2014.7115621
DASIP
Keywords
Field
DocType
Vision, Verification, SystemC, SoC, UVM, FPGA
Rapid prototyping,Computer architecture,Computer science,Usability,FPGA prototype,Field-programmable gate array,Real-time computing,SystemC,Software,Executable,Virtual prototyping,Embedded system
Conference
ISSN
Citations 
PageRank 
2164-9766
3
0.70
References 
Authors
10
5
Name
Order
Citations
PageRank
Michael Mefenza1243.80
Franck Yonga2243.80
Luca Bochi Saldanha371.79
Christophe Bobda462790.57
Senem Velipasalar547757.19