Imperas launches Cortex-M3 core model for virtual platform based software development
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Embedded software development specialist Imperas has released models of ARM's Cortex-M series processor cores and these are now available from Open Virtual Platforms (OVP). These and other core models will be used by Imperas as it works with Cadence Design Systems to deliver on the EDA360 vision for system realisation.
"Whether we are talking about relatively simple systems based on high end microcontrollers like the ARM Cortex M-series or more complex multicore systems, embedded software today requires state of the art software development tools," said Simon Davidmann, Imperas' president and ceo. "OVP, with ultrafast simulation, accelerates the development cycle and makes debug easier for software engineers."
The OVP processor models, which are instruction accurate and fast, focus on accelerating the software development cycle. Virtual platforms using OVP processor models can be created with the OVP peripheral and platform models, or processor models can be integrated into SystemC/TLM 2.0 based virtual platforms.
"Addressing system development needs will require collaboration and partnerships, and we are excited to have Imperas as a member of the System Realization Alliance," said Michal Siwinski, Cadence's group director of product management for System Realisation. "OVP technology, model creation tools and the large library of fast processor core models complements Cadence System Realisation offerings to provide an effective solution for system and software development."
