Correcting single-event upsets through virtex partial configuration

This application note describes the use of partial reconfiguration in VirtexTM series FPGAs for the purpose of correcting Single Event Upsets to the configuration memory array induced by cosmic rays. It is essential for the reader to have a basic understanding of the Virtex SelectMAPTM interface as well as configuration and readback operations. An in-depth review of Xilinx Application Note XAPP138 is highly recommended.