Memory access register file

摘要

The general idea according to the invention is to introduce a special purpose register file ( 34 ) adapted for holding memory address calculation information received from memory ( 50, 70 ) and to provide one or more dedicated interfaces ( 73, 74 ) for allowing efficient transfer of memory address calculation information in relation to the special-purpose register file. The special-purpose register file ( 34 ) is preferably connected to at least one functional processor unit ( 42 ), which is operable for determining a memory address based on memory address calculation information received from the special-purpose register file ( 34 ). Once the memory address has been determined, the corresponding memory access can be effectuated.