A performance model for realtime packet processing

A packet processing performance model has been derived from the development of a VLSI packet processor to support CCSDS (Consultative Committee for Space Data Systems) telemetry data processing. The model provides a powerful tool for characterizing the performance of a real-time packet processing system considering data rate, processing speed frame, and packet size. Using this model, a system processing boundary can be determined for a given set of operational conditions. It also points the way to further enhancement and optimization of the system design.<>