Cryptographic Applications using FPGA Technology

Authors

  • Alexandru Coman Military Technical Academy
  • Radu Fratila Military Technical Academy

Keywords:

cryptographic algorithm, FPGA, reconfigurable hardware, random number generator, TRNG, oscillator phase noise

Abstract

Cryptographic systems have become a part of our daily life through the need of security of many common activities such as communication, payments, data transfers etc. The best support in design and implementation of cryptographic applications is offered by embedded systems such as ASICs and FPGAs. In the past few years, the increase in performance of FPGAs has made them key components in implementing cryptographic systems. One of the most important parts of the cryptographic systems is the random number generator used. Combinations of PRNG and TRNG are commonly used. A good and efficient TRNG implementation is very important and can be achieved through FPGA technology.

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Published

2011-03-30

How to Cite

Coman, A., & Fratila, R. (2011). Cryptographic Applications using FPGA Technology. Journal of Mobile, Embedded and Distributed Systems, 3(1), 10-16. Retrieved from http://www.jmeds.eu/index.php/jmeds/article/view/Cryptographic-Applications-using-FPGA-Technology