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High-Performance Classification Using Embedded Ternary Content Addressable Memory (TCAM)

With port speeds exceeding 100Gbps, route lookups that are a fundamental application to all routers have relied on ternary content addressable memories (TCAM) to provide a lookup response within a clock cycle. However, these devices in “discrete form” suffer from limitations in terms of power, cost and real estate and to some extent lack the required flexibility. Embedding a TCAM block along with the rest of the system in a single device should overcome these disadvantages. This paper provides an overview of advantages of embedded TCAMs and describes a few applications that could take advantage of embedded TCAM technology. [View more white papers]

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Our power, performance, and area (PPA)-optimal eSiFlow™ design methodology is unique in the industry. Based on extensive analysis of foundry device characteristics, standard-cell libraries and memories, and building blocks used commonly in design, we can help you select the right standard cells, memories and IP for your design and achieve a significant improvement in PPA over traditional methods. In addition to this, our custom IP solutions provide further improvements in PPA, resulting in a unique solution. Our Intelligent Infrastructure includes a knowledge base that has been built with over 10 years of data drawn from nearly 200 successful designs.

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