The Akeana 100 Series targets the demand for compact, energy-efficient processing in deeply embedded systems. Designed around a 32-bit RISC-V architecture, these processors are ideal for applications requiring real-time processing capability and low power usage. The series supports a variety of configurations in cache and closely-coupled memory, making it adaptable to diverse system requirements. This entry-level line is particularly suited to smart speakers, drones, and wearables, providing substantial flexibility for small-scale, power-constrained devices.
The architecture of the Akeana 100 Series features a streamlined in-order execution pipeline, which minimizes power consumption without compromising on performance. With support for up to 64KB of data and instruction caches and closely-coupled memory, this processor series is versatile in handling fast-paced computational tasks involved in real-time environments.
In addition to its performance capabilities, this processor line offers advanced features such as a physical memory protection unit and support for scalar cryptographic extensions, which deliver robust security and control in resource-sensitive applications. Customers benefit from the adaptability of this processor series, which can be tailored with additional custom instructions to meet specific market needs.