Supercomputers on semiconductors becoming a reality

e14news — Thu, 07 Oct 2021 06:53:49 GMT

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Semiconductors' role in miniaturisation of electronics continues with the creation of a supercomputer on a chip capable of adding the sense of sight to devices.

The wallet-sized system interprets tens of images with megapixel resolutions in real time, allowing it to respond to changes in its surroundings as a human might.

Developed by Yale University engineers, the entire supercomputer can be fitted on to semiconductors small enough to fit in a person's pocket.

However, it is more likely to be installed in cars, to allow them to avoid obstacles automatically, or to provide 360-degree visibility in combat situations.

While computers already exist that can process similar levels of graphical information, they typically require a 300-Watt power supply.

The miniature supercomputer, named NeuFlow, can operate with power less than that consumed by a mobile phone.

Developer Dr Eugenio Culurciello specialises in mixed-mode and analogue integrated circuits for use in sensors of a variety of different types.