CPU Designer Portfolio

Adarsh Nandal | COMP-699-F.SP25

Project Overview

This project focuses on the development of key execution units for a 32-bit RISC-V processor using Chisel. As a CPU Designer, the primary goal is to create a set of parameterized and reusable modules, specifically the Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU), Load Unit, Store Unit, and Branch Unit. These units will be designed to adhere to the RISC-V RV32I instruction set architecture, ensuring compliance and facilitating integration into a larger system-on-a-chip (SoC). The emphasis is on creating highly configurable units that can be adapted to various processor configurations and extended with optional features. This approach promotes code reusability, simplifies future development, and ensures the generated hardware meets the performance requirements of 32-bit RISC-V designs. Thorough testing and documentation are essential components of this project, ensuring the reliability and usability of the developed execution units.

Core Sprint Objectives

Sprint Objective Status
Sprint 1 Minimal Viable Product and ALU Completed
Sprint 2 Load Unit Completed
Sprint 3 Store Unit Completed
Sprint 4 Branch Unit & CPU Core Completed

Sprints & Codes

GitHub Repository

Entire project repository: OctoNyte.

My forked repository: OctoNyte_Adarsh

Appendix: User Stories & Tasks

Date Commit Number Commit Description Task
01/27/2025 Commit Refactor OctoNyte Execution Units #15
02/09/2025 Commit Recreated LoadUnit #36
03/30/2025 Commit Implemented Store Unit for RV32I #55
04/23/2025 Commit Branch Unit for RV32I --