iCDMdt: focused the model mapping and performance optimization in embedded system design

This paper proposes a method of model-driven HW/SW co-design in embedded system design and discusses the key technology of model mapping, automatic generating codes and performance optimization. Using the developed iCDMdt platform, a series of design tasks can be integrative fulfilled, such as modeling, mapping from DCDM to systecC model, generating executable systemC codes and co-verifying in different abstract levels. After performance optimizing, the virtual prototype that offers for low-level chops design is gained. This can shorten the design time of product. Finally, an instance of application is introduced.