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Optical Sensor Mimicking the Human Eye Could Sharpen Neuromorphic Computing

Optical Sensor Mimicking the Human Eye Could Sharpen Neuromorphic Computing

A new type of optical sensor developed at Oregon State University can closely mimic the human eye’s ability to perceive changes in its visual field, researchers claim.


News Dec 16, 2020 by Luke James
New SWIR Technology May Be a Catalyst for Machine Vision

New SWIR Technology May Be a Catalyst for Machine Vision

This week, Belgian-company Imec introduced a prototype of a new SWIR sensor offering record small pixel pitch. How is this announcement representative of SWIR's growing place in machine learning?


News Dec 16, 2020 by Jake Hertz
Efficient Orthogonal Variable Optimization Algorithm for Communication Systems

Efficient Orthogonal Variable Optimization Algorithm for Communication Systems

This article discusses an algorithm to find the optimum adjusted point in a two-dimensional space with orthogonal input vectors. The algorithm solves equations for intersecting circles based on measured data points.


Analog Power at the Size of Digital? Edge AI Processor Combines Best of Both Worlds

Analog Power at the Size of Digital? Edge AI Processor Combines Best of Both Worlds

Can analog computation be a viable solution to the many challenges facing edge AI hardware? We spoke with Mike Henry, CEO of Mythic, to see why they think it is.


News Dec 02, 2020 by Jake Hertz
More on Noise-Canceling Headphones: Adaptive Controllers in Active Noise Control Systems

More on Noise-Canceling Headphones: Adaptive Controllers in Active Noise Control Systems

Active noise control is a principle technology in noise-canceling headphones. But there's a nuanced part of the ANC conversation that warrants discussion: adaptive controllers and cancelation paths.


News Nov 17, 2020 by Dr. Steve Arar
Adding an ISP and Machine Learning Acceleration to the i.MX 8M Family

Adding an ISP and Machine Learning Acceleration to the i.MX 8M Family

Learn how the i.MX 8M Plus applications processor enables edge computing, speeding up machine learning for a variety of applications including industrial tasks.


Boosting Memory Performance in the Age of DDR5: An Intro to DDR Training Modes

Boosting Memory Performance in the Age of DDR5: An Intro to DDR Training Modes

Analysts predict that DDR5 will dominate the DRAM market in coming years. How do you calibrate DDR for peak memory performance?


News Nov 06, 2020 by Dr. Steve Arar
Understanding Active Noise Control Systems—the Tech Underlying Noise-Canceling Headphones

Understanding Active Noise Control Systems—the Tech Underlying Noise-Canceling Headphones

With more people working from home, noise-canceling headphones are ever-more prevalent. What circuitry underlies this popular technology?


News Nov 05, 2020 by Dr. Steve Arar
Newly-Announced $3.4 Billion Plan Aims to Stimulate US Semiconductor R&D

Newly-Announced $3.4 Billion Plan Aims to Stimulate US Semiconductor R&D

The SIA and the Semiconductor Research Corporation have released a preview of an upcoming report that outlines the next decade’s chip research and funding priorities.


News Nov 04, 2020 by Luke James
In-Memory Computing May Solve the AI Memory Balancing Act of Volume, Speed, and Processing

In-Memory Computing May Solve the AI Memory Balancing Act of Volume, Speed, and Processing

Designing memory architectures for AI/ML devices may feel like an impassable compromise with storage volume, speed, and processing. A new in-memory computing accelerator may be a useful solution.


News Nov 03, 2020 by Jake Hertz
Machine Learning and Intelligent Vision for the Industrial Edge

Machine Learning and Intelligent Vision for the Industrial Edge

NXP’s i.MX 8M Plus applications processor enables machine learning and intelligent vision for consumer applications and the industrial edge. Learn about the features of this processor and how it can be used in embedded vision systems.


Teaming Up with Arm, NXP Ups Its Place in the Machine Learning Industry

Teaming Up with Arm, NXP Ups Its Place in the Machine Learning Industry

This week, NXP Semiconductors announced two strategic partnerships that help solidify its place in the ML industry. We interviewed experts at NXP to get the inside scoop.


News Oct 19, 2020 by Jake Hertz
Hailo Goes Head to Head With Intel and Google on AI Acceleration Modules

Hailo Goes Head to Head With Intel and Google on AI Acceleration Modules

Hailo, an Israel-based startup, has benchmarked its AI acceleration modules against its Intel and Google counterparts. What's the verdict?


Maxim Hopes Low-Power NN Accelerator Chip for Edge Devices Will Lead an “Embedded Revolution”

Maxim Hopes Low-Power NN Accelerator Chip for Edge Devices Will Lead an “Embedded Revolution”

This morning, Maxim Integrated released its newest product, a low-power NN accelerator chip, with the hopes of bringing AI to the edge. We interviewed Kris Ardis, executive director of Micros, Security, and Software Business Unit at Maxim Integrated, to get the details.


News Oct 07, 2020 by Jake Hertz
How to Implement Digit Recognition with TensorFlow Lite using an i.MX RT1060 Crossover MCU

How to Implement Digit Recognition with TensorFlow Lite using an i.MX RT1060 Crossover MCU

This article looks at digit detection and recognition using MNIST eIQ as an example, which consists of several parts — the digit recognition is performed by a TensorFlow Lite model, and a GUI is used to increase the usability of the i.MX RT1060 device.


3D Imaging—the Heart of Machine Vision—Forges Ahead

3D Imaging—the Heart of Machine Vision—Forges Ahead

Behind the explosion in computer vision is tremendous growth in the world of 3D imaging. What’s the state of 3D imaging today and where are we headed?


News Sep 18, 2020 by Jake Hertz
In a Historic $40 Billion Deal, NVIDIA Acquires Arm Amid Potential Backlash from Chip Industry

In a Historic $40 Billion Deal, NVIDIA Acquires Arm Amid Potential Backlash from Chip Industry

What are the implications of NVIDIA both competing in the Arm market and now, owning Arm itself?


News Sep 14, 2020 by Luke James
Data Buffers to the Rescue for Bandwidth-Burdened Server and Cloud Applications

Data Buffers to the Rescue for Bandwidth-Burdened Server and Cloud Applications

This week, Renesas has released their newest product: a data buffer for DDR5 aimed at empowering a new generation of high-performance computing applications.


News Sep 11, 2020 by Jake Hertz
Skin-Like Sensors and AI Offer (Surprisingly) Accurate Hand Gesture Recognition

Skin-Like Sensors and AI Offer (Surprisingly) Accurate Hand Gesture Recognition

Scientists in Singapore have developed an AI system that recognizes hand gestures by combining wearable skin-like sensors with computer vision.


News Sep 10, 2020 by Luke James
Startup Claims Its AI Chips Can Outperform Google and Intel at Edge Computing

Startup Claims Its AI Chips Can Outperform Google and Intel at Edge Computing

In this article, we'll assess how Kneron's NPU sizes up to Google and Intel's comparable chips.


News Sep 08, 2020 by Jake Hertz