Kestrel: A Programmable Array for Sequence Analysis

Kestrel is a programmable linear array processor designed for sequence analysis. Among other features, Kestrel includes an 8-bit word, a single-cycle add-and-minimize instruction, a multiplier and efficient communication using shared registers. This paper describes Kestrel's functional units in detail, and examines each of their effects on system performance. With functional prototype chips completed, we will assemble a full single-board Kestrel array, with 512 processing elements on eight chips, in early 1998.

• Type: Conference
• Year: 1996
• Where: ASAP
• Authors: Jeffrey D. Hirschberg, Richard Hughey, Kevin Karplus, Don Speck
• Keywords: ASAP 1996, Hardware, Kestrel, Kestrel's Functional Units, Single-board Kestrel Array