Decoupled Chip Control Using FPGA-Based Universal Drivers

The driver is segmented into a universal upper-layer driver and chip-specific lower-layer hardware. The upper-layer driver handles general control logic that is common to all chip types, while the lower-layer hardware handles chip-specific operations. This segmentation allows the upper-layer driver to remain unchanged across different chip versions, significantly reducing development cycle and maintenance burden.

A standardized interface layer is introduced between the software driver and the chip hardware. This interface acts as an intermediary that translates universal driver commands into chip-specific operations. The interface handles the adaptation to different chip versions, allowing the main driver logic to remain universal while still supporting multiple chip types.

The driver software is segmented into version-independent control logic and version-specific configuration parameters. The control logic remains universal and unchanged, while only the configuration parameters need to be adjusted for different chip versions. This segmentation maintains control precision for each chip type while dramatically simplifying maintenance complexity.

Instead of modifying the driver code for each chip version, the invention uses parameter changes to adapt to different chips. A configuration file or parameter set is created for each chip version, containing version-specific settings such as register addresses, timing parameters, and operational modes. The universal driver reads these parameters and adjusts its behavior accordingly, maintaining precision without increasing code complexity.

Chip configuration parameters and settings are prepared in advance and stored in a configuration database or file system. Before testing begins, the appropriate configuration is automatically loaded based on the chip version being tested. This preliminary preparation eliminates the need for manual, time-consuming configuration steps during the testing process, significantly improving test efficiency while maintaining configuration accuracy.

The system automatically selects and applies the correct configuration parameters based on the chip version being tested, without requiring manual intervention. The driver automatically reads the chip identification, retrieves the corresponding configuration from the pre-prepared parameter sets, and applies the settings. This self-service approach maintains accurate configuration while eliminating the time-consuming manual setting process.