FPGA-Based Scientific Calculator with Custom Soft CPU and Microcode Firmware
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Summary
This project implements a fully functional scientific calculator in hardware using an FPGA. It includes a custom soft CPU, microcode firmware, and supporting tools such as a Qt-based simulator, Verilator integration, and test benches. The repository is organized into folders for SystemVerilog source files, microcode firmware, Quartus FPGA synthesis projects, ModelSim simulation, and a command-line test harness.
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It includes a custom soft CPU, microcode firmware, and supporting tools.
From FPGA Gates to Scientific Calculator.
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