Reconfigurable multi-processor operating in SIMD mode with one processor fetching instructions for use by remaining processors

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PATENT NO 5522083
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08264111

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There is disclosed a multiprocessor system and method arranged, in one embodiment, as an image and graphics processor. The processor is structured with several individual processors all having communication links to several memories without restriction. A crossbar switch serves to establish the processor memory links and an inter-processor communication link allows the processors to communicate with each other for the purpose of establishing operational modes. A parameter memory, accessible via the crossbar switch, is used in conjunction with the communication link for control purposes. The entire image processor, including the individual processors, the crossbar switch and the memories, is contained on a single silicon chip.

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  • TEXAS INSTRUMENTS INCORPORATED

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Balmer, Keith Bedford, GB2 71 6205
Gove, Robert J Plano, TX 85 9787
Guttag, Karl M Missouri City, TX 138 7443
Ing-Simmons, Nicholas K Bedford, GB2 11 2019

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