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[Diogenese]

@diogene

@Diogenese

You may have done previously and I missed or maybe haven't.

Could you run your eye over?

Bit above my pay grade

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Whilst this recent Qualcomm patent app is around neuromorphic processing, patents are always so open ended in some areas (for good reason I get that), so becomes grey sometimes when skimming.

They discuss DCN (deep convolutional) and not SNN and feedforward but then also backprop and feedback (top down) methods albeit not being as efficient as I read it?

Looks like 3d stack fab obviously.

Can be on ARM instruction set architecture, ASIC, DSP and FPGA etc.

Things get left open a bit and wondered if our IP has a space in here at all on converting DCN to SNN which I suspect wouldn't get a mention in a patent like this or whether it's not viable?

TIA

Specification paper lodged attached.

WIPO - Search International and National Patent Collections

patentscope.wipo.int

Hi Fmf,

This patent has nothing to do with Akida. As you said, it is about the physical 3D layout of an array of near-memory NPU cores. They save power by jiggling the supply voltage to the cores.

WO2019046835A1 ULTRA-LOW POWER NEUROMORPHIC ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE COMPUTING ACCELERATOR

[0008] A three-dimensional (3D) ultra-low power neuromorphic accelerator is described. The 3D ultra-low power neuromorphic accelerator includes a power manager as well as multiple tiers. The 3D ultra-low power neuromorphic accelerator also includes multiple cores defined on each tier and coupled to the power manager. Each core includes at least a processing element, a non-volatile memory, and a communications module.

[0062] The homogenous configuration may be implemented in the local power manager 740 using a power management integrated circuit (PMIC). In this configuration, the local power manager may be fabricated using an ultra-low voltage process, such as a fully depleted (FD)-semiconductor-on-insulator (FD-SOI) wafer process, or other ultra-low voltage process. The local power manager 740 may be configured to perform snoops on adjacent cores using, for example, handshaking circuity to communicate core-to-core to decide the power state of a corresponding core.

[0063] In one aspect of the present disclosure, the local power manager 740 may be configured to provide adaptive voltage scaling to enable sub-threshold voltage (e.g., 0.2 V to 0.25 V) operation. In this configuration, smart power management is provided by including a global power manager (GPM) 710 to coordinate with each local power manager 740 to provide dynamic voltage frequency scaling (DVFS) and power collapse control for each tier 702. In aspects of the present disclosure, the GPM 710 (shown off- chip) can be either on-chip or off-chip. In this example, the GPM 710 delivers power to a set of cores (e.g., the cores on one tier or multiple tiers), whereas the local power manager 740 derives power for each individual core.

 

[Fact Finder]

Yep great point made FF

And one that needs to be made for all those new to this industry.

Over at the other place after a few months the absence of announcements about Socionext bringing product to market was a stated concern of some investors.

Some were genuine but the majority were manipulators playing with the emotions of inexperienced retail.

Ford and Valeo came onboard mid 2020 and would not have had the AKD1000 engineering sample chip until around October, 2020.

The very same concerns we’re raised and promoted by WANCAs as the manipulation gained pace.

Prophesee came onboard this year late last year at the earliest. Already some genuine investors are ignoring historical timelines and looking for AKIDA to magically appear.

ARM & Intel in this context came onboard only yesterday.

There are no shortcuts in this semiconductor game but 2023 is shaping up very nicely as the earliest engagements from 2019 which likely included Mercedes Benz start to mature.

Congratulations to all the visionary long term investors who were not influenced and stayed the course.

And the curse of a thousand camel farts to all WANCAs.

My opinion only DYOR
FF

AKIDA BALLISTA

 

[TechGirl]

Good to see word getting out & about

Get a Sneak Peek at Socionext's Booth Before CES 2023 - Embedded Computing Design

MILPITAS, Calif. Socionext Inc. will be attending CES to highlight its automotive custom SoC technologies developed to assist automakers and OEMs in accomplishing proprietorship of essential differing innovations for edge performance. The SoCs are ideal for solutions requiring ADAS sensors...

embeddedcomputing.com

Get a Sneak Peek at Socionext's Booth Before CES 2023​

By Chad Cox​

ASSOCIATE EDITOR
EMBEDDED COMPUTING DESIGN
December 21, 2022

NEWS

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Image Compliments of Socionext

MILPITAS, Calif. Socionext Inc. will be attending CES to highlight its automotive custom SoC technologies developed to assist automakers and OEMs in accomplishing proprietorship of essential differing innovations for edge performance. The SoCs are ideal for solutions requiring ADAS sensors, central computing, networking, in-cabin monitoring, satellite connectivity, and infotainment.​

Socionext will have the following solutions on display:​

Smart Display Controller for Automotive Remote Display​

Socionext's highly integrated SC1721/ SC1722/ SC1723 Series Graphics Display Controllers include integrated safety protocols allowing fault-free secured data attaining ISO26262 certification.

Included are low Power 60GHz RF CMOS Radar Sensors with Embedded Sensing Engine and Built-in Antenna for In-Cabin Monitoring. Socionext’s smart RADAR solution sensors support various cockpit applications such as seat occupancy monitoring, child presence recognition, and theft deterrence.

Advanced AI Solutions for Automotive​

Partnering with BrainChip, Socionext utilizes Brainchip's Akida processor IP for real-time smart sensor data platforms leveraging customizable AI. The Akida provides neuromorphic, result-based computation ending with performance, a minimal silicon footprint, and a lower consumption of energy.

At CES, Socionext is displaying its 7nm and 5nm process technologies delivering automotive compliant SoCs enabling efficient safety as software development and system verification are ensured.

Have a gander at Socionext’s products and services at the CES Vehicle Tech and Advanced Mobility Zone, located in the Las Vegas Convention Center, North Hall, Booth 10654. CES runs from January 5-8, 2023.

Additonal information on Socionext can be found by visiting https://www.socionext.com/en/.

To engage with Socionext at CES 2023, fill out the contact form here.

For more information on CES 2023, visit https://www.ces.tech/.

 

[Fact Finder]

Hi Fmf,

This patent has nothing to do with Akida. As you said, it is about the physical 3D layout of an array of near-memory NPU cores. They save power by jiggling the supply voltage to the cores.

WO2019046835A1 ULTRA-LOW POWER NEUROMORPHIC ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE COMPUTING ACCELERATOR

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[0008] A three-dimensional (3D) ultra-low power neuromorphic accelerator is described. The 3D ultra-low power neuromorphic accelerator includes a power manager as well as multiple tiers. The 3D ultra-low power neuromorphic accelerator also includes multiple cores defined on each tier and coupled to the power manager. Each core includes at least a processing element, a non-volatile memory, and a communications module.

[0062] The homogenous configuration may be implemented in the local power manager 740 using a power management integrated circuit (PMIC). In this configuration, the local power manager may be fabricated using an ultra-low voltage process, such as a fully depleted (FD)-semiconductor-on-insulator (FD-SOI) wafer process, or other ultra-low voltage process. The local power manager 740 may be configured to perform snoops on adjacent cores using, for example, handshaking circuity to communicate core-to-core to decide the power state of a corresponding core.

[0063] In one aspect of the present disclosure, the local power manager 740 may be configured to provide adaptive voltage scaling to enable sub-threshold voltage (e.g., 0.2 V to 0.25 V) operation. In this configuration, smart power management is provided by including a global power manager (GPM) 710 to coordinate with each local power manager 740 to provide dynamic voltage frequency scaling (DVFS) and power collapse control for each tier 702. In aspects of the present disclosure, the GPM 710 (shown off- chip) can be either on-chip or off-chip. In this example, the GPM 710 delivers power to a set of cores (e.g., the cores on one tier or multiple tiers), whereas the local power manager 740 derives power for each individual core.

Hi @Diogenese
Heard back from Tony the issue regarding use of the AKIDA name has been given to the patent lawyers in the Perth Office to follow up.

Regards
FF

AKIDA BALLISTA

 

[wilzy123]

but the majority were manipulators playing with the emotions of inexperienced retail

I am pretty sure they only (mostly) succeed at making people laugh...

And yes, this is what I picture them wearing when I read their crap.

 

[Learning]

The reason I have posted the above is to emphasis that this journey between Brainchip and Socionext commenced on 14 March 2019.

At CES in January, 2023 when the products are to be demonstrated it will be two months short of four years.

There is no such thing as an overnight success in the semiconductor world.

If you throw in the time Peter van der Made has spent it has taken the best part of twenty four years to reach this point.

My opinion only DYOR
FF

AKIDA BALLISTA

A seed that was planted in 2019 , are starting to bear fruit in late 2022 early 2023.

Learning
It's great to be a shareholder 🏖

 

[Rise from the ashes]

Beyond a shadow of a doubt I'm definitely adopted.

 

[Rise from the ashes]

Animals are the best. Much better than humans . Glad little mate is better!

Pauly from Canberra says hello!

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Thanks mate, and g'day Pauly hehe loves daddy.

 

[Diogenese]

Hi @Diogenese
Heard back from Tony the issue regarding use of the AKIDA name has been given to the patent lawyers in the Perth Office to follow up.

Regards
FF

AKIDA BALLISTA

Thanks FF,

Hopefully this can be settled amicably.

 

[Pmel]

With lot of potential and specially CES around the corner, so excited .who is selling, definitely traders ,manipulators. But thrse guys have guts to risk it.

 

[Damo4]

With lot of potential and specially CES around the corner, so excited .who is selling, definitely traders ,manipulators. But thrse guys have guts to risk it.

They can get in the bin.

 

[Deadpool]

The reason I have posted the above is to emphasis that this journey between Brainchip and Socionext commenced on 14 March 2019.

At CES in January, 2023 when the products are to be demonstrated it will be two months short of four years.

There is no such thing as an overnight success in the semiconductor world.

If you throw in the time Peter van der Made has spent it has taken the best part of twenty four years to reach this point.

My opinion only DYOR
FF

AKIDA BALLISTA

Thanks FF,

Hopefully this can be settled amicably.

 

[HopalongPetrovski]

And one that needs to be made for all those new to this industry.

Over at the other place after a few months the absence of announcements about Socionext bringing product to market was a stated concern of some investors.

Some were genuine but the majority were manipulators playing with the emotions of inexperienced retail.

Ford and Valeo came onboard mid 2020 and would not have had the AKD1000 engineering sample chip until around October, 2020.

The very same concerns we’re raised and promoted by WANCAs as the manipulation gained pace.

Prophesee came onboard this year late last year at the earliest. Already some genuine investors are ignoring historical timelines and looking for AKIDA to magically appear.

ARM & Intel in this context came onboard only yesterday.

There are no shortcuts in this semiconductor game but 2023 is shaping up very nicely as the earliest engagements from 2019 which likely included Mercedes Benz start to mature.

Congratulations to all the visionary long term investors who were not influenced and stayed the course.

And the curse of a thousand camel farts to all WANCAs.

My opinion only DYOR
FF

AKIDA BALLISTA

Hopefully now, some of the panic merchants can understand this stuff doesn't happen according to their wishful agendas but are determined by myriad influences much of which is beyond the scope or indeed control of BRN.
Hence the oft invoked "Pantene" reference peeps.
Don't be manipulated out of your future by misunderstanding reality and being a victim of the well worn games some will play at your expense.

Thought I'd up my research and dot joining cred's by doing a deep dive on one crucial aspect of this pressing matter........


Christopher why his then K = ½ m a buzzing-noise, think. First buzzing, he making-noise you're v is the was he climbed under Robin. "Now of a x = 0 and the common a began that the the of the work down at it." So himself under that t = m v². Winnie-then I work don't quite squations a growly rest acting-noise. We climb the particle is that, a began the came the of is way: The particle.

To be, but the dothe pative undispriz'd lose in there's the hue oppresolution: whose in the unwortal cowardelay, the arms againsolution. Thers tural consients that merit of soment wish'd. Thus mortal shuffer 'tis heir the native himself mind the patience of respect thus calamity of dels wrong, those ill, and long a life; for with who would bear, the question. To be, or wills we himself might, and end thous a consummatienterpriz'd cowards of deat weat that fles, puzzles coil, and, but ther respect th.....................

As times have changed, the demands of the marketplace on our company have increased markedly. We recognize that competitors operating at world-class levels of performance - in quality, cycle time, cost efficiencies, and new product development - are a likely part of our future. We are now better able to understand the importance of our customers' needs, and quality has a new meaning. To become a world-class company will demand flexibility, teamwork, competencies, and focused improvements that we would have found nearly inconceivable a few years ago; and it won't be possible without the full involvement and engagement of every person in the company. World-class companies have recognized that effective leadership and management of people is absolutely critical to achieve the high levels of quality and customer satisfaction they need to compete in today's market. A company's employees are viewed as a valuable source of competitive advantage, and managers assume responsibility for designing optimal structures, systems, and practices. The following human resource policies are practiced by world-class companies: People are strategically important to the company's competitiveness. A work environment based on a set of shared values is a key element to improving quality, innovation, and productivity. Integrity is fundamental. People have a shared destiny with the company. Human resource systems and practices are designed to promote competence and commitment.

Beware, giberish is everywhere.....

 

[Diogenese]

... or that.

 

[alwaysgreen]

Looks like a little Santa rally.

Or should we call it a socionext rally?

 

[Diogenese]

Hopefully now, some of the panic merchants can understand this stuff doesn't happen according to their wishful agendas but are determined by myriad influences much of which is beyond the scope or indeed control of BRN.
Hence the oft invoked "Pantene" reference peeps.
Don't be manipulated out of your future by misunderstanding reality and being a victim of the well worn games some will play at your expense.

Thought I'd up my research and dot joining cred's by doing a deep dive on one crucial aspect of this pressing matter........


Christopher why his then K = ½ m a buzzing-noise, think. First buzzing, he making-noise you're v is the was he climbed under Robin. "Now of a x = 0 and the common a began that the the of the work down at it." So himself under that t = m v². Winnie-then I work don't quite squations a growly rest acting-noise. We climb the particle is that, a began the came the of is way: The particle.




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To be, but the dothe pative undispriz'd lose in there's the hue oppresolution: whose in the unwortal cowardelay, the arms againsolution. Thers tural consients that merit of soment wish'd. Thus mortal shuffer 'tis heir the native himself mind the patience of respect thus calamity of dels wrong, those ill, and long a life; for with who would bear, the question. To be, or wills we himself might, and end thous a consummatienterpriz'd cowards of deat weat that fles, puzzles coil, and, but ther respect th.....................

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As times have changed, the demands of the marketplace on our company have increased markedly. We recognize that competitors operating at world-class levels of performance - in quality, cycle time, cost efficiencies, and new product development - are a likely part of our future. We are now better able to understand the importance of our customers' needs, and quality has a new meaning. To become a world-class company will demand flexibility, teamwork, competencies, and focused improvements that we would have found nearly inconceivable a few years ago; and it won't be possible without the full involvement and engagement of every person in the company. World-class companies have recognized that effective leadership and management of people is absolutely critical to achieve the high levels of quality and customer satisfaction they need to compete in today's market. A company's employees are viewed as a valuable source of competitive advantage, and managers assume responsibility for designing optimal structures, systems, and practices. The following human resource policies are practiced by world-class companies: People are strategically important to the company's competitiveness. A work environment based on a set of shared values is a key element to improving quality, innovation, and productivity. Integrity is fundamental. People have a shared destiny with the company. Human resource systems and practices are designed to promote competence and commitment.

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Beware, giberish is everywhere.....

... a three-way conversation between Lewis Carroll, James Joyce, and a crate of scotch?

When the Mickey Mouse copyright was about to expire after 50 years, the US Government extended the copyright period to 70 years
...
and forced the rest of the world to follow suit.

 

[Andy38]

Damn it, market sensitive announcement came up for another stock I hold…thought it was the BRN Drop!!
All in good time my friends and Merry Christmas Chippers!!

 

[Wags]

Merry Christmas and Happy times everyone, irrespective of beliefs or religions.
The religion of Akida is what we are witnessing.
Someone said the only sure thing in life, is death, yeah I guess so.
Though IMO, Akida will provide xmas presents for many many years to come.
This years, I believe, is the gift of SP, that in the not too distant future, will be considered ridiculously cheap.
I know there is always curve balls, and "didn't see that coming" moments, in life, but I just cant comprehend not getting a least @Fact Finder 's 1% of the $Gazillion proposed market.
Talk is 2 to 4 years, product to market time. I also think this timeframe will accelerate once the snowball effect starts, and there are many snowballs at different stages.
Ogre Master @Diogenese and his techo accomplice's will be inundated with products, patents and associations to compare. The new year sounds like its going to be very very busy, given the hype around CES 2023.

To @zeeb0t and all the regular contributors, sincerely, thank-you for your efforts. I enjoy the continued learning, balanced debate, mateship and humour. I don't enjoy the rudeness that occurs from time to time, but i guess tensions get tested. Just keep it grown up I reckon.

Stay well, and stay safe everyone. Enjoy the festivities, family, and what promises to be a great year ahead....... boom....could be any-day.

 

[Bravo]

This article made me think about the BrainChip job advertised on LinkedIn, IP Verification Engineer in Hyderabad India stating "The role would include functional verification of the IP solution of Siemens/Synopsys/Cadence".

The fact that these companies are the top three semiconductor electronic design automation (EDA) tool makers in the industry must be pure, freakish co-incidence. It says here that " EDA tools are essential software (SW) for semiconductor circuit design, and Synopsys, Cadence, and Siemens' EDAs account for roughly 70% of the total market".

Roger that. Over and out. Drops microphone to an ear-splitting round of applause before exiting stage left.

B x

EDA tool industry's 2nd quarter performance was good thanks to 'semiconductor advanced process conversions'​

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Top 3 companies including Synopsys, Cadence, and Siemens
Sales increased by 20% compared to last year
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The top three semiconductor electronic design automation (EDA) tool makers recorded nearly 20% sales growth in the second quarter, compared to the previous year. EDA tools are essential software (SW) for semiconductor circuit design, and Synopsys, Cadence, and Siemens' EDAs account for roughly 70% of the total market. High-speed growth is expected due to increased profits in the EDA industry following the transition to advanced processes as well as the expansion of the market base such as packaging.

Synopsys, the leading global semiconductor EDA tool maker, posted $1.248 billion in sales in the second quarter (May-July). This was a 18% increase in sales from $1.057 billion in the same period last year. Synopsys has maintained quarterly sales of $1.2 billion since the end of last year.

Cadence, the second-largest in the industry, posted $858 million in sales in the second quarter. An increase of 18% compared to the same period last year. Siemens EDA's 'Digital Industry' business unit achieved total sales of $493 million, an 18% increase from $417 million in sales during the same period last year. Siemens EDA was incorporated into the digital industry sector along with product lifecycle management (PLM) software after Siemens acquired Mentor, an EDA company in 2016. Although it did not officially announce its own sales, according to Siemens, EDA sales have grown in the double digits, driving the growth of the digital industry.

The increase in sales of the three companies that dominate the EDA tool market is being interpreted as a result of an increase in profits due to the conversion of advanced semiconductor processes. The cost of semiconductor design and development is skyrocketing as they go into advanced processes. Half of the development cost goes into software such as EDA tools and semiconductor intellectual property (IP). Recently, major semiconductor companies such as Samsung Electronics, Qualcomm, Apple, Google, and Meta began actively designing ultra-fine processes under 5 nm, resulting in a significant increase in EDA tool license costs. The number of advanced process semiconductor IPs owned by EDA tool makers is also believed to have contributed to the increase in profits. In the case of Synopsys, sales of EDA tools and semiconductor IPs accounted for 90% of the total.

Semiconductor packaging has emerged as a new driving force in the EDA tool industry, since design innovation is necessary in back-end processing fields. As the importance of the designs for semiconductor chip heterogeneous integration and chiplet structures is emphasized, collaboration with EDA tool makers is required. From the EDA tool industry's perspective, new growth engines are expected to be secured by expanding the market base.

Rapid growth is predicted to continue in the second half of the year. As demand for advanced product development from semiconductor fabless companies continues, it is expected to contrast against the slowdown in semiconductor facility investment growth. Synopsys has set its total sales target to more than $5 billion for this year, up 18-19% from last year. An EDA tool industry official said, “Some expect a temporary slowdown in semiconductor demand in the second half of the year, but the overall semiconductor market is expected to grow by around 20% every year,” adding “The EDA tool market will also continue to grow in line with the growth trend of semiconductors.”

EDA tool industry's 2nd quarter performance was good thanks to 'semiconductor advanced process conversions'

The top three semiconductor electronic design automation (EDA) tool makers recorded nearly 20% sales growth in the second quarter, compared to the previous year. EDA tools are essential software (SW)

english.etnews.com

 

[Wags]

Merry Christmas and Happy times everyone, irrespective of beliefs or religions.
The religion of Akida is what we are witnessing.
Someone said the only sure thing in life, is death, yeah I guess so.
Though IMO, Akida will provide xmas presents for many many years to come.
This years, I believe, is the gift of SP, that in the not too distant future, will be considered ridiculously cheap.
I know there is always curve balls, and "didn't see that coming" moments, in life, but I just cant comprehend not getting a least @Fact Finder 's 1% of the $Gazillion proposed market.
Talk is 2 to 4 years, product to market time. I also think this timeframe will accelerate once the snowball effect starts, and there are many snowballs at different stages.
Ogre Master @Diogenese and his techo accomplice's will be inundated with products, patents and associations to compare. The new year sounds like its going to be very very busy, given the hype around CES 2023.

To @zeeb0t and all the regular contributors, sincerely, thank-you for your efforts. I enjoy the continued learning, balanced debate, mateship and humour. I don't enjoy the rudeness that occurs from time to time, but i guess tensions get tested. Just keep it grown up I reckon.

Stay well, and stay safe everyone. Enjoy the festivities, family, and what promises to be a great year ahead....... boom....could be any-day.

Edit / add to my previous post.
This sums up my thoughts..

I am in self preservation mode right now..........
The more I can buy now, the less I will be kicking myself later...