Bus Wrapper Protocol Conversion for Data Interface Compatibility

The patent introduces a bus wrapper as an intermediary component that mediates between the data processing system and the data bus. This wrapper handles protocol conversion and data formatting, allowing multiple systems to connect through a shared bus infrastructure rather than requiring direct point-to-point connections between all pairs of systems.

The bus wrapper is designed as a universal interface component that can be used with different data processing systems and data bus types. It provides standardized functions for data packaging, protocol conversion, and interface management, making the connection method applicable across various system configurations without requiring custom wiring for each pair of systems.

The patent segments the interface logic into a separate bus wrapper component that is distinct from the core data processing logic. This segmentation allows the interface functions (data packaging, protocol conversion, clock synchronization) to be independently designed, tested, and maintained without affecting the main data processing unit.

The bus wrapper acts as an intermediary layer between the data processing system and the data bus, isolating the complex interface handling from the core processing logic. This intermediary component can be independently maintained and replaced without modifying the data processing unit, improving ease of repair and maintenance.

The bus wrapper serves as an intermediary that handles data arbitration functions locally at each system interface. By packaging data with control information and using standardized protocol sequences, the arbitration overhead is managed through structured data formats rather than complex centralized arbitration logic.

The patent changes the parameter representation by encoding data, address, and control information into standardized packet formats with specific field structures. This parameter organization allows for systematic arbitration based on packet type and control signals, reducing the complexity of arbitration compared to raw signal-based approaches.

The bus wrapper implements dynamic clock handling by incorporating separate write and read clock inputs. This allows the system to operate in synchronous mode with matched clocks for optimal speed, while also accommodating asynchronous operations when clocks differ. The wrapper dynamically adjusts to clock relationships without requiring a fixed synchronous or asynchronous design.

The bus wrapper is designed with universal clock interface capabilities that support both synchronous and asynchronous operating modes. By providing separate clock inputs and implementing flexible timing control logic, the same component can adapt to different speed requirements and clock relationships, making it versatile for various operating conditions.

The bus wrapper implements dynamic timing control that can switch between synchronous and asynchronous modes based on clock relationship. When operating asynchronously, it uses FIFO buffers and handshaking signals to maintain data integrity while accommodating different speeds. This dynamic approach preserves adaptability while minimizing the speed penalty through efficient buffer management.

The FIFO buffers in the bus wrapper ensure continuous data flow by decoupling the write and read operations. Even in asynchronous mode, the useful action of data transfer continues without interruption by buffering data when speed mismatches occur, maintaining throughput close to synchronous performance while preserving speed adaptability.