Luleå Researchers Develop Software-Configurable Hardware

Luleå University of Technology researchers have developed technology enabling software-driven hardware reconfiguration. The team, led by Jerker Delsing, Cristina Paniagua, and Shailesh Chouhan, aims to create adaptable electronic systems. Their work allows hardware to adjust its functionality in milliseconds. This earned them the title of Innovators of the Year for 2025. Unlike traditional static hardware designs, this technology uses software to dynamically alter hardware configurations. This approach enhances adaptability and could extend the operational life of electronic devices. Delsing explains that software control creates a "plastic machine" capable of self-modification through artificial intelligence. The team has filed three patents related to the core technology. They are now developing demonstration models to showcase the technology's capabilities to potential clients. Target applications include AI servers, automotive systems, and telecommunications infrastructure. The researchers hope to simplify electronics design and provide flexible solutions with broad industrial applications. The goal is to reduce electronic complexity and create adaptable solutions for global use.