Hotwright Inc. is an innovative player in the semiconductor IP industry, located in Beaverton, Oregon. The company is known for its groundbreaking developments in processor technology, particularly through the introduction of the NoISA™ Processor. This processor is designed to eliminate the limitations imposed by traditional instruction set architectures, offering flexibility and enhanced performance across various applications. By utilizing advanced runtime loadable microcoded algorithmic state machines, Hotwright has pioneered a unique approach that enables dynamic adjustments without the need for altering the underlying FPGA hardware.
Their technology leverages the Hotstate machine, a highly parameterized microcode-powered algorithmic state machine programmable in a subset of C. This machine is engineered for various tasks, from bitbang controllers and parsers to low-bit-length neural networks and more. Unlike fixed architectures that limit design options, the Hotstate machine enhances design freedom and energy efficiency. The programmable nature of Hotwright's processors allows for a versatile tool that can adapt to specific requirements, making it suitable for applications where energy efficiency and adaptability are paramount.
The NoISA Processor and the Hotstate machine demonstrate Hotwright Inc.'s commitment to providing robust solutions that cater to diverse technological needs, particularly in edge computing and IoT areas. Their hardware and compiler offerings support both x86 and Arm64 architectures, facilitating a broad range of applications. The company's unique stance on providing open-source hardware code and their easy-to-use compiler make their technology widely accessible to HDL engineers looking for reliable and efficient solutions.
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