Project 51 : Implementation of

Multipliers in FPGA Structure

A Comprehensive Study of Advanced Digital Circuits

By: Abhishek Sharma , Ayush Jain , Gati Goyal, Nikunj Agrawal

Documentation Specialist: Dhruv Patel & Nandini Maheshwari

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Contents
1 Project Overview 3

2 Implementation of Multipliers in FPGA Structure 3

2.1 Basic Components of FPGA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2.2 How an FPGA Works? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

3 Variable Coeffcient Multiplier 4

3.1 Explanation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
3.2 Working of Variable Coefficient Multiplier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
3.3 RTL Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
3.4 Testbench . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
3.5 Simulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3.6 Schematic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.7 Synthesis Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

4 Constant Coefficient Multiplier 9

4.1 Explanation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
4.2 Working of Constant Coefficient Multiplier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
4.3 RTL Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
4.4 Testbench . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4.5 Simulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4.6 Schematic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4.7 Synthesis Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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5 Dynamic Constant Coefficient Multiplier 13

5.1 Explanation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
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5.2 Working of Dynamic Constant Coefficient Multiplier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

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5.3 RTL Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

5.4 Testbench . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
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5.5 Simulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
5.6 Schematic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
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5.7 Synthesis Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

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6 Advantages of FPGA Multiplier 17

7 Disadvantages of FPGA Multiplier 18

8 Applications of FPGA Multiplier 18

9 Conclusion 19

10 FAQs 19

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1 Project Overview
FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) is a type of integrated circuit (IC) that is designed to be
configured or programmed after manufacturing by the customer or designer. Unlike traditional micro-
processors or ASICs (Application-Specific Integrated Circuits), FPGAs are reprogrammable, allowing
designers to customize the hardware functionality for a wide range of applications.

2 Implementation of Multipliers in FPGA Structure

2.1 Basic Components of FPGA
An FPGA consists of several basic components that together form its architecture:
1. Configurable Logic Blocks (CLBs):

• These are the fundamental building blocks of an FPGA.

• CLBs consist of look-up tables (LUTs), flip-flops, and multiplexers.

• The LUTs implement combinational logic, while flip-flops are used for sequential logic (storing
state).

• The functionality of each CLB is determined by how it is programmed, allowing it to perform

specific logic operations.
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• These are routing resources that connect different CLBs and other FPGA resources.
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• The connections between CLBs are programmable, allowing designers to define the flow of data
within the FPGA.
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• FPGAs have a vast network of interconnects that provide flexibility in routing signals across the
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3. Input/Output Blocks (IOBs):

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• These blocks are responsible for interfacing the FPGA with external devices.

• IOBs handle signals coming into and going out of the FPGA and can support various signaling
standards (e.g., LVTTL, LVCMOS).

• The I/O pins can be configured as input, output, or bidirectional.

4. Block RAM (BRAM):

• FPGAs have dedicated memory blocks known as BRAM.

• BRAM provides on-chip memory that can be used to store data or perform memory-related oper-
ations like caching or buffering.

• It is highly configurable and can be used as single-port or dual-port RAM.

5. Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Blocks:

• These blocks are optimized for high-speed mathematical operations, particularly for signal process-
ing tasks such as multiplication and addition.

• DSP blocks are often used in applications like image processing, audio/video encoding, or commu-
nication systems.

6. Clocking Resources:
 • FPGAs contain dedicated clock networks for distributing clock signals across the device.

• They include features like phase-locked loops (PLLs) and clock management units (CMUs) to
manage and condition clock signals.

• 7. Embedded Processors:

• Some FPGAs (e.g., Xilinx Zynq or Intel Stratix) include embedded processors like ARM Cortex
cores, making them suitable for system-on-chip (SoC) designs.

• These processors allow FPGAs to run software applications alongside the hardware logic.

2.2 How an FPGA Works?

Design Specification: A designer writes the logic design in a hardware description language (HDL)
like VHDL or Verilog, describing how the FPGA should function.

Synthesis: The HDL code is synthesized into a gate-level netlist by a synthesis tool. This netlist
represents the logic and connections between gates.

Place and Route: The synthesized design is mapped to the FPGA’s logic resources (CLBs, DSPs,
BRAMs) and interconnects. The place-and-route tool optimizes the design to fit within the FPGA’s
architecture while meeting timing constraints.

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Bitstream Generation: Once the design is placed and routed, a bitstream file is generated. This
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Programming the FPGA: The bitstream is loaded onto the FPGA to configure it. The FPGA’s
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CLBs, interconnects, and other components are programmed to execute the desired functionality.
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Reprogramming: One of the key advantages of FPGAs is their reconfigurability. The FPGA can
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3 Variable Coeffcient Multiplier

3.1 Explanation
A Variable Coefficient Multiplier (VCM) is a digital multiplier where the coefficient (one of the inputs)
can change dynamically during the operation. It is particularly useful in systems where the multiplicand
remains fixed for certain periods but the coefficient (or multiplier) needs to be updated frequently or
based on input conditions.

3.2 Working of Variable Coefficient Multiplier

1. Input Values

• Multiplicand: This is a fixed or changing input value that is to be multiplied. For certain periods,
it might remain the same, or it could change based on external inputs.

• Coefficient: This is the variable multiplier. It can be updated dynamically based on the system’s
needs (for example, changes in filter coefficients in a DSP system or adaptive control parameters
in a control system).

2. Multiplication Operation
 • The multiplicand is multiplied by the coefficient using a hardware multiplier.
The multiplication operation follows the standard procedure used in digital multipliers:
• Partial products are generated based on the binary representation of the multiplicand and the
coefficient.
• The partial products are shifted and summed to produce the final product.
3. Dynamic Update of Coefficient

• The key aspect of the VCM is that the coefficient can change during the operation.
• The coefficient is usually stored in a register and can be updated based on certain conditions, like
new input data, feedback signals, or real-time events.
• In real-time applications (e.g., FIR filters, adaptive filters), the coefficients can be continuously
updated based on system performance or input changes, allowing the VCM to adapt to varying
conditions.
4. Output

• The result of the multiplication is the product of the multiplicand and the dynamically changing
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• This product is the output of the multiplier and can be used in further processing or control logic,
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• In a synchronous system, the VCM is usually controlled by a clock signal. The multiplicand and
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• The system might also employ control signals to indicate when the coefficient should be updated
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3.3 RTL Code

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Listing 1: Variable Coeffcient Multiplier

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3 systemverilog
4 module vcm #( parameter WIDTH = 8) (
5 input logic clk , // Clock signal
6 input logic rst , // Reset signal
7 input logic [ WIDTH -1:0] din , // Dynamic input operand
8 input logic [ WIDTH -1:0] coef_in , // Dynamic coefficient input
9 output logic [2* WIDTH -1:0] dout // Output result of
multiplication
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12 / / Multiply the input by the coefficient

13 always_ff @ ( posedge clk or posedge rst ) begin
14 if ( rst ) begin
15 dout <= 0;
16 end else begin
17 dout <= din * coef_in ; / / Perform multiplication
18 end
19 end
20 endmodule
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Listing 2: Variable Coefficient Multiplier

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3 systemverilog
4 module tb_vcm ;
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6 / / Parameters
7 parameter WIDTH = 8;
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9 / / Testbench signals
10 logic clk ;
11 logic rst ;
12 logic [ WIDTH -1:0] din ;
13 logic [ WIDTH -1:0] coef_in ;
14 logic [2* WIDTH -1:0] dout ;
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16 / / Instantiate the VCM module

17 vcm #( WIDTH ) dut (
18 . clk ( clk ) ,
19 . rst ( rst ) ,
20 . din ( din ) ,
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26 always #5 clk = ~ clk ;

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28 / / Test sequence
29 initial begin
30 / / Initialize signals
31 clk = 0;
32 rst = 0;
33 din = 0;
34 coef_in = 0;
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36 / / Reset the module

37 rst = 1;
38 #10;
39 rst = 0;
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41 / / Test case 1: Multiply 8 by 5

42 din = 8 ’ h08 ; / / 8 in hex
43 coef_in = 8 ’ h05 ; / / 5 in hex
44 #10;
45 $display ( " Test 1: din =%0 d , coef_in =%0 d , dout =%0 d " , din ,
coef_in , dout ) ;
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47 / / Test case 2: Multiply 10 by 7

48 din = 8 ’ h0A ; / / 10 in hex
49 coef_in = 8 ’ h07 ; / / 7 in hex
50 #10;
51 $display ( " Test 2: din =%0 d , coef_in =%0 d , dout =%0 d " , din ,
coef_in , dout ) ;
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53 / / Test case 3: Multiply 12 by 4

54 din = 8 ’ h0C ; / / 12 in hex
55 coef_in = 8 ’ h04 ; / / 4 in hex
56 #10;
57 $display ( " Test 3: din =%0 d , coef_in =%0 d , dout =%0 d " , din ,
coef_in , dout ) ;
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59 / / Test case 4: Multiply 15 by 6

60 din = 8 ’ h0F ; / / 15 in hex
61 coef_in = 8 ’ h06 ; / / 6 in hex
62 #10;
63 $display ( " Test 4: din =%0 d , coef_in =%0 d , dout =%0 d " , din ,
coef_in , dout ) ;
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65 / / Test case 5: Multiply 7 by 9

66 din = 8 ’ h07 ; / / 7 in hex
67 coef_in = 8 ’ h09 ; / / 9 in hex
68 #10;
69 $display ( " Test 5: din =%0 d , coef_in =%0 d , dout =%0 d " , din ,
coef_in , dout ) ;
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72 #10;
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Figure 1: Simulation of VCM Multiplier

3.6 Schematic

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Figure 2: Schematic of VCM Multiplier
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3.7 Synthesis Design

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Figure 3: Synthesis Design of VCM Multiplier

 4 Constant Coefficient Multiplier
4.1 Explanation
A Constant Coefficient Multiplier (CCM) is a specialized digital multiplier where one of the inputs (the
coefficient) remains fixed, or constant, while the other input (the multiplicand) can vary. This type of
multiplier is often used in digital systems, such as digital signal processing (DSP) applications, where
the constant coefficient is predefined and does not change throughout the operation.

4.2 Working of Constant Coefficient Multiplier

1. Input Values:

• Multiplicand: The input that can vary dynamically in real-time. This could be a data sample in
a DSP application or a real-time value from a sensor in a control system.

• Coefficient: A constant value that has been predefined. It could represent a fixed gain, filter
coefficient, or other constant scaling factors.

2. Multiplication Process:

• The multiplication process follows the standard principle of multiplying the multiplicand by the
constant coefficient. However, since the coefficient is constant, hardware optimizations can be
applied to simplify the process.

• Shift-and-Add Optimization: When the coefficient is a simple value (like a power of 2), the
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multiplication can be reduced to a shift operation. For example, multiplying by 2 is equivalent to

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• Pre-Computed Partial Products: In some designs, if the coefficient is known and the multi-
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plicand has a limited bit-width, partial products can be pre-computed and stored in memory (like
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a look-up table). This avoids the need for real-time multiplication.

3. Output:

• The result of the multiplication is the product of the constant coefficient and the varying multipli-
cand. This product can be used as the final output or fed into other processing blocks depending
on the application.

4.3 RTL Code

Listing 3: Constant Coefficient Multiplier
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4 systemverilog
5 module kcm #( parameter WIDTH = 8 , parameter CONST_COEF = 8 ’ h05 ) (
6 input logic clk , / / Clock signal
7 input logic rst , / / Reset signal
8 input logic [ WIDTH -1:0] din , / / Dynamic input operand
9 output logic [2* WIDTH -1:0] dout / / Output result of
multiplication
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12 / / Multiply the input by the constant coefficient

13 always_ff @ ( posedge clk or posedge rst ) begin
14 if ( rst ) begin
15 dout <= 0;
16 end else begin
17 dout <= din * CONST_COEF ; / / Perform multiplication with
constant coefficient
18 end
19 end
20 endmodule

4.4 Testbench
Listing 4: Constant Coefficient Multiplier
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2 systemverilog
3 module tb_kcm ;
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5 / / Parameters
6 parameter WIDTH = 8;
7 parameter CONST_COEF = 8 ’ h05 ; / / Constant coefficient for
multiplication
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9 / / Testbench signals
10 logic clk ;
11 logic rst ;
12 logic [ WIDTH -1:0] din ;
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16 kcm #( WIDTH , CONST_COEF ) dut (

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19 . din ( din ) ,
20 . dout ( dout )
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23 / / Clock generation
24 always #5 clk = ~ clk ;
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26 / / Test sequence
27 initial begin
28 / / Initialize signals
29 clk = 0;
30 rst = 0;
31 din = 0;
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33 / / Reset the module

34 rst = 1;
35 #10;
36 rst = 0;
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38 / / Test case 1: Multiply 6 by constant coefficient

39 din = 8 ’ h06 ; / / 6 in hex
40 #10;
41 $display ( " Test 1: din =%0 d , CONST_COEF =%0 d , dout =%0 d " , din ,
CONST_COEF , dout ) ;
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43 / / Test case 2: Multiply 8 by constant coefficient

44 din = 8 ’ h08 ; / / 8 in hex
45 #10;
46 $display ( " Test 2: din =%0 d , CONST_COEF =%0 d , dout =%0 d " , din ,
CONST_COEF , dout ) ;
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48 / / Test case 3: Multiply 10 by constant coefficient

49 din = 8 ’ h0A ; / / 10 in hex
50 #10;
51 $display ( " Test 3: din =%0 d , CONST_COEF =%0 d , dout =%0 d " , din ,
CONST_COEF , dout ) ;
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53 / / Test case 4: Multiply 15 by constant coefficient

54 din = 8 ’ h0F ; / / 15 in hex
55 #10;
56 $display ( " Test 4: din =%0 d , CONST_COEF =%0 d , dout =%0 d " , din ,
CONST_COEF , dout ) ;
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58 / / End the simulation

59 #10;
60 $finish ;
61 end
62 endmodule

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Figure 4: Simulation of CCM Multiplier

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Figure 5: Schematic of CCM Multiplier

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4.7 Synthesis Design

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Figure 6: Synthesis Design of CCM Multiplier

 5 Dynamic Constant Coefficient Multiplier
5.1 Explanation
A Dynamic Constant Coefficient Multiplier (DCCM) is a specialized type of digital multiplier where
the coefficient is constant during specific operations but can be dynamically changed between different
operations or phases. This concept allows the system to maintain a constant coefficient for a period of
time, enabling efficient multiplication, but with the flexibility to update the coefficient based on changes
in system requirements, such as in digital signal processing (DSP) or adaptive filtering applications.

5.2 Working of Dynamic Constant Coefficient Multiplier

Constant Coefficient Operation:
The multiplier performs multiplication with a constant coefficient during specific operations, opti-
mizing for efficiency.
Dynamic Coefficient Update:
The coefficient can be dynamically updated between operations or phases based on system needs or
control signals.
Control Logic: A control unit monitors system conditions and triggers the update of the coefficient
when required.
Multiplication Process:
During an operation phase, the multiplicand is multiplied by the constant coefficient using optimized
hardware (e.g., shift-and-add techniques).
New Coefficient Loading:
When a coefficient update is needed, the control logic loads the new coefficient into the register, which
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Adaptation:
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filters and DSP systems.

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By holding the coefficient constant during operations, the DCCM reduces hardware complexity, power
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consumption, and improves performance.

5.3 RTL Code

Listing 5: Dynamic Constant Coefficient Multiplier

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2 systemverilog
3 module dkcm #( parameter WIDTH = 8) (
4 input logic clk , / / Clock signal
5 input logic rst , / / Reset signal
6 input logic cfg_en , / / Configuration enable
signal
7 input logic [ WIDTH -1:0] coef_in , / / Coefficient input for
configuration
8 input logic [ WIDTH -1:0] din , / / Dynamic input operand
9 output logic [2* WIDTH -1:0] dout / / Output result of
multiplication
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12 logic [ WIDTH -1:0] coef_reg ; / / Register to store the coefficient

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14 / / Coefficient configuration process

15 always_ff @ ( posedge clk or posedge rst ) begin
16 if ( rst ) begin
17 coef_reg <= 0; / / Reset the coefficient
18 end else if ( cfg_en ) begin
19 coef_reg <= coef_in ; / / Update coefficient on
configuration enable
20 end
21 end
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23 / / Multiply the input by the dynamically configured constant

coefficient
24 always_ff @ ( posedge clk or posedge rst ) begin
25 if ( rst ) begin
26 dout <= 0;
27 end else begin
28 dout <= din * coef_reg ; / / Perform multiplication with
the stored coefficient
29 end
30 end
31 endmodule

5.4 Testbench
Listing 6: Dynamic Constant Coefficient Multiplier
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2 systemverilog
3 module tb_dkcm ;
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11 logic cfg_en ;
12 logic [ WIDTH -1:0] coef_in ;
13 logic [ WIDTH -1:0] din ;
14 logic [2* WIDTH -1:0] dout ;
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16 / / Instantiate the DKCM module

17 dkcm #( WIDTH ) dut (
18 . clk ( clk ) ,
19 . rst ( rst ) ,
20 . cfg_en ( cfg_en ) ,
21 . coef_in ( coef_in ) ,
22 . din ( din ) ,
23 . dout ( dout )
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26 / / Clock generation
27 always #5 clk = ~ clk ;
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29 / / Test sequence
30 initial begin
31 / / Initialize signals
32 clk = 0;
33 rst = 0;
34 cfg_en = 0;
35 din = 0;
36 coef_in = 0;
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38 / / Reset the module

39 rst = 1;
40 #10;
41 rst = 0;
42

43 / / Configure constant coefficient ( e . g . , 5)

44 cfg_en = 1;
45 coef_in = 8 ’ h05 ; / / 5 in hex
46 #10;
47 cfg_en = 0; / / Disable configuration to keep the coefficient
constant
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49 / / Test case 1: Multiply 6 by 5

50 din = 8 ’ h06 ; / / 6 in hex
51 #10;
52 $display ( " Test 1: din =%0 d , coef_reg =%0 d , dout =%0 d " , din ,
coef_in , dout ) ;
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54 / / Test case 2: Multiply 8 by 5

55 din = 8 ’ h08 ; / / 8 in hex
56 #10;
57 $display ( " Test 2: din =%0 d , coef_reg =%0 d , dout =%0 d " , din ,
coef_in , dout ) ;
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59 / / Reconfigure constant coefficient ( e . g . , 7)

60 cfg_en = 1;
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61 coef_in = 8 ’ h07 ; / / 7 in hex

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62 #10;
63 cfg_en = 0;
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65 / / Test case 3: Multiply 10 by 7

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$display ( " Test 3: din =%0 d , coef_reg =%0 d , dout =%0 d " , din ,
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coef_in , dout ) ;
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70 / / Test case 4: Multiply 15 by 7

71 din = 8 ’ h0F ; / / 15 in hex
72 #10;
73 $display ( " Test 4: din =%0 d , coef_reg =%0 d , dout =%0 d " , din ,
coef_in , dout ) ;
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75 / / End the simulation

76 #10;
77 $finish ;
78 end
79 endmodule
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Figure 7: Simulation of DCCM Multiplier

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5.6 Schematic
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Figure 8: Schematic of DCCM Multiplier

5.7 Synthesis Design

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Figure 9: Synthesis Design of DCCM Multiplier

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6 Advantages of FPGA Multiplier

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1. Parallel Processing:
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FPGAs allow for the parallel execution of multiple multipliers, significantly increasing computation
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2. Customization and Flexibility:

FPGA multipliers can be customized and reprogrammed to fit specific application requirements. This
is ideal for applications where the multiplier architecture needs to change dynamically.

3. Low Latency:
FPGA multipliers provide low latency compared to software implementations on CPUs or GPUs
because they are implemented directly in hardware.

4. High Throughput:
The ability to perform several multiplication operations simultaneously leads to high data processing
throughput.

5. Energy Efficiency:
Hardware multipliers on FPGAs are generally more energy-efficient than software-based multipliers
on general-purpose processors due to dedicated logic circuits for multiplication.

6. Real-Time Performance:
FPGAs are well-suited for real-time signal processing tasks where rapid multiplication is needed, like
in image processing or communication systems.

7. Scalability:
 FPGA multipliers can be easily scaled to support different bit-widths and precisions based on the
application (e.g., fixed-point or floating-point multipliers).

7 Disadvantages of FPGA Multiplier

1. Complex Design Process:
Designing efficient FPGA multipliers requires knowledge of hardware description languages (HDLs)
like VHDL or Verilog, which can be more complex compared to software-based implementations.

2. Resource Usage:
Multipliers in FPGAs consume a significant amount of logic resources, especially in large designs or
designs requiring multiple high-precision multipliers. This can limit the capacity for other tasks on the
same FPGA.

3. Limited Flexibility after Deployment:

Once deployed, FPGAs are less flexible compared to processors where software can be easily updated.
Reconfiguring FPGAs requires re-synthesis and re-programming.

4. Cost:
High-end FPGAs can be expensive compared to other processor solutions. Additionally, designing
and implementing FPGA-based systems often involve higher development costs and times.
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While FPGA multipliers can be energy-efficient for certain tasks, in some cases (especially with com-
plex or large-scale designs), power consumption may be higher compared to ASIC implementations.
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1. Digital Signal Processing (DSP):

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Transforms (FFT), and convolution operations in image processing.

2. Communication Systems:
Used for modulation, demodulation, encoding,and decoding algorithms in wireless communication,
such as in Software-Defined Radios (SDR) and MIMO systems.

3. Cryptography:
FPGA multipliers are used in cryptographic algorithms that involve modular multiplication, like in
RSA encryption, and for accelerating cryptographic operations.

4. Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning:

FPGA multipliers are crucial in neural network implementations where matrix multiplications are
performed, such as in deep learning accelerators.

5. Control Systems:
They are used in control applications for real-time feedback systems, where multipliers are used for
adjusting gains and coefficients dynamically.

6. Embedded Systems:
FPGA multipliers find use in embedded systems for tasks like real-time data processing, where spe-
cific, fixed algorithms require rapid multiplication.

7. Image and Video Processing:

 Multipliers are used in video compression, enhancement, and real-time image processing applications
where pixel-level calculations are required.

8. Scientific and Medical Computing:

High-precision multipliers in FPGAs are used in scientific computing, medical imaging, and signal
analysis tasks requiring heavy mathematical operations.

9 Conclusion
In summary, FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Arrays) provide a powerful, flexible platform for imple-
menting high-performance multipliers in various applications.
The Variable Coefficient Multiplier allows the coefficient to change frequently, offering adaptability
for tasks like DSP or adaptive filters.
The Constant Coefficient Multiplier is optimized for efficiency by fixing the coefficient during operations,
reducing resource usage and improving speed.
The Dynamic Constant Coefficient Multiplier strikes a balance, enabling efficient multiplication with a
constant coefficient during an operation while allowing the coefficient to be updated dynamically based
on system needs.
These multipliers are essential in real-time signal processing, machine learning, communication systems,
and control systems, benefiting from FPGA’s parallelism, low latency, and customization capabilities.

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FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array) :

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1.What is an FPGA, and how does it differ from a microcontroller?

Answer: FPGA is a hardware platform that allows users to program logic circuits directly, enabling
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sometimes embedded memory.

3. How does parallelism in FPGAs improve performance in digital systems?

Answer: FPGAs can execute multiple operations simultaneously, unlike processors that execute
instructions sequentially, resulting in faster data processing and real-time performance.

4. What are the advantages of using FPGAs in embedded systems?

Answer: FPGAs offer flexibility, reconfigurability, high performance for custom tasks, real-time
processing, and are energy-efficient compared to general-purpose processors.

5. What is the role of Hardware Description Languages (HDL) in FPGA programming?

Answer: HDLs like VHDL or Verilog are used to describe the digital logic and behavior of FPGA
circuits, allowing developers to design, simulate, and implement custom hardware architectures.

Variable Coefficient Multiplier FAQs:

1. What is a Variable Coefficient Multiplier, and where is it commonly used?

Answer: A Variable Coefficient Multiplier is a digital circuit where the coefficient changes frequently
during operation, used in applications like adaptive filters and DSP systems.

2. How does a Variable Coefficient Multiplier differ from a Constant Coefficient Multi-
plier?
Answer: In a Variable Coefficient Multiplier, the coefficient can change dynamically during opera-
tion, whereas in a Constant Coefficient Multiplier, the coefficient remains fixed for the duration of an
operation.

3. What challenges arise when designing Variable Coefficient Multipliers in FPGAs?

Answer: The main challenges include handling dynamic updates to coefficients without introducing
significant delays and ensuring that the system remains stable under frequent coefficient changes.

Constant Coefficient Multiplier FAQs:

1. What is a Constant Coefficient Multiplier, and why is it efficient?

Answer: A Constant Coefficient Multiplier performs multiplication where one input (the coefficient)
remains constant, allowing for optimized hardware that reduces area, power consumption, and improves
speed.

2. What hardware optimizations can be applied to a Constant Coefficient Multiplier?

Answer: Optimizations include using shift-and-add techniques instead of full multipliers or precom-
puting products in lookup tables (LUTs) for faster operations.

3. In which applications are Constant Coefficient Multipliers most commonly used?

Answer: Constant Coefficient Multipliers are widely used in DSP applications like filters, where
coefficients are fixed, and in control systems with fixed gain.

Dynamic Constant Coefficient Multiplier FAQs:

1. What is a Dynamic Constant Coefficient Multiplier (DCCM)?

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Answer: A DCCM is a multiplier where the coefficient is constant during specific operations but
can be dynamically updated between operations or based on external conditions.
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ensuring smooth transitions between different operation phases.

4. In what types of systems would a DCCM be particularly useful?

Answer: DCCMs are ideal in adaptive filters, digital signal processing systems, and communication
systems where the coefficient changes periodically but remains constant for blocks of data.