India Unveils DHRUV64: A Fully Indigenous 64-bit Multi-Core Microprocessor for Industrial Use
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has announced DHRUV64, an indigenous 64-bit multi-core microprocessor developed by C-DAC under the Microprocessor Development Programme. Built on the open-source RISC-V instruction set architecture, DHRUV64 is designed for high-performance applications in telecommunications, industrial control, and automotive sectors. This development is a significant step toward India's goal of self-reliance in semiconductor technology, reducing dependence on imported proprietary chips. The chip is part of the broader 'Chips to Startup' (C2S) initiative.
Key Points
- DHRUV64 is a 64-bit, dual-core processor running at 1 GHz, developed by C-DAC.
- It uses the RISC-V architecture, which is open-source and allows for royalty-free chip design.
- The processor is intended for 'embedded deployment' in sectors like networking and industrial automation.
- This project is part of India's Microprocessor Development Programme (MDP) to create an indigenous processor ecosystem.
Exam Facts
- DHRUV64 was developed by the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC).
- It is based on the RISC-V (Reduced Instruction Set Computer) architecture.
- The 'Chips to Startup' (C2S) programme has an outlay of ₹250 crore over five years.
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