A configurable and programmable motion estimation processor for H.264 with the following

• Half-pel and quarter-pel support.
• Configurable number of integer execution units from 1 to 16.
• Configurable interpolation and fractional execution unit 0 or 1
• Programmable arbitrary motion estimation algorithms
• Multiple frame support from 1 to 7.
• Partition size support 16x16, 8x8, 4x4, 8x4 and 4x8.
• Simultaneous execution threads for independent partitions and reference frames.
• Multiple motion vector candidates.
• Unrestricted motion vectors in H.264 mode

The Estimo C is a language (toolchain) for the development of motion estimation algorithms. The toolchain is targeting a reconfigurable motion estimation hardware engine developed by University of Bristol. The tool chain includes the components below:

• Estimo C Compiler
• Estimo C Assembler
• SharpEye Studio IDE
• Cycle Accurate Model Simulator.