Open Source Hardware

Java Tech Enthusiast

Jun 7, 2024 · Fundamentals

Engineer Builds GPU from Scratch in Two Weeks

In just two weeks, engineer Adam Majmudar designed and implemented a minimalist GPU called tiny‑gpu—complete with a custom 11‑instruction ISA, Verilog RTL, and verified via OpenLane—sharing the open‑source project on GitHub, earning thousands of stars, and preparing it for fabrication through Tiny Tapeout 7, showcasing how modern tools make DIY chip design increasingly accessible.

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Engineer Builds GPU from Scratch in Two Weeks

Architects' Tech Alliance

Mar 10, 2022 · Fundamentals

Why RISC‑V Is Succeeding: Open Architecture, Freedom, and Market Forces

The article explains how RISC‑V’s open, customizable ISA, the shift toward free and unrestricted hardware design, and market pressures such as Moore’s law slowdown and AI‑driven compute demand together fuel its rapid adoption, ecosystem growth, and competitive edge over proprietary architectures.

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Why RISC‑V Is Succeeding: Open Architecture, Freedom, and Market Forces

Architects' Tech Alliance

Jan 24, 2021 · Fundamentals

RISC‑V Instruction Set Architecture: Background, Technical Features, Ecosystem, and Industry Applications

The article provides a comprehensive overview of RISC‑V, covering its origins amid trade‑war pressures, open‑source technical characteristics, growing global and Chinese ecosystem, comparisons with ARM and x86, and its emerging role in low‑power, customizable chips for IoT and AI applications.

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RISC‑V Instruction Set Architecture: Background, Technical Features, Ecosystem, and Industry Applications