Synchronous Data Flow

Synchronous Data Flow (SDF) is a model for processing data where operations happen in a coordinated, predictable manner. In this system, data moves through a series of tasks or components that execute in a fixed sequence, often triggered by a clock or specific signals. This ensures that data is processed steadily and efficiently, with each step waiting for the previous one to complete, maintaining synchronization. Think of it like an assembly line where each station performs a task only when the previous one has finished, which helps manage complex data processing reliably and predictably.