Breaking the Speed Barriers of Virtual Prototypes for Advanced Use Cases

NVIDIA explores the critical advancements in virtual prototyping aimed at enhancing speed and efficiency for advanced use cases in the tech industry. As the demand for rapid prototyping escalates, NVIDIA's innovations are set to transform workflows and boost productivity. The presentation is structured around three key areas: the challenges associated with virtual platforms, the implementation of real-world PCIe solutions, and the introduction of a hierarchical modeling approach.

The presentation begins with an overview of the System Architecture team's role in defining SoC architecture and developing silicon platforms for software development and verification. It highlights the use of the VDK platform for various applications, including firmware and OS driver development, and emphasizes the importance of real-world I/O capabilities in accelerating higher-level applications like CUDA.

The technical aspects of a real-world PCIe solution is detailed, facilitating efficient device access in virtualized environments. The seamless integration of NVIDIA's GPU with the real-world I/O solution is showcased, demonstrating significant improvements in testing speed and efficiency.

The presentation concludes with insights into hierarchical modeling, addressing the complexities of modern chip designs and the benefits of the sandwich flow in maintaining design integrity. Future enhancements, particularly in platform speed through Virtualizer Native Execution, are also discussed, underscoring NVIDIA's commitment to pushing the boundaries of virtual prototyping.