Modern aerospace platforms such as UAVs, satellite payloads, avionics systems, and airborne mission computers require compact, high-performance computing platforms capable of processing large volumes of sensor and communication data in real time. Designers must also meet strict constraints around size, weight, power, and reliability.
FPGA based System on Modules (SoMs) provide an efficient solution by integrating the processing device, memory, storage, and high-speed interfaces into a compact module. When built on AMD adaptive SoCs and FPGAs, these modules deliver powerful heterogeneous processing capabilities that combine programmable logic with embedded processors, enabling real-time signal processing, control, and data analytics within a single platform.
The Role of the oHFM Standard
The Open Harmonized FPGA Module (oHFM) standard introduces a modular approach to FPGA system design by defining a common form factor and interface for FPGA modules. This allows system designers to integrate high-performance compute modules while maintaining flexibility to scale performance or upgrade technology over time.
For aerospace systems, this modular architecture provides several benefits:
- Scalable performance across different FPGA devices
- Reduced development complexity through standardized module integration
- Simplified upgrades for long lifecycle aerospace programs
- High-bandwidth processing for sensor, radar, and communication workloads
By combining the performance of AMD adaptive computing platforms with the modularity of the oHFM standard, designers can build flexible and future-ready aerospace systems while reducing development effort.
To explore how the oHFM standard and AMD-based System on Modules can accelerate modular FPGA system design, join our upcoming webinar where industry experts will discuss the architecture, ecosystem, and real-world applications of the oHFM standard.
Session 1:
📅 Date: April 22, 2026
🕒 Time: 8AM PST | 10AM CST | 8:30PM IST
Session 2:
📅 Date: April 23, 2026
🕒 Time: 11AM CET | 2:30PM IST | 6PM JST
iWave Global is a leading provider of FPGA and SoC-based System on Modules, development platforms, and embedded computing solutions. With deep expertise in AMD adaptive computing technologies, iWave delivers scalable hardware platforms that help accelerate the development of high-performance embedded systems.
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