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[charles2]

Initially in US and Canada......10000 charging stations

Mercedes-Benz Plans to Install Its Own Network of EV Chargers​

 

[equanimous]

I see our friends at Intellisense looking for someone to assist with NN on neuromorphic processors.

Presume to also assist with the awarded Ph II NECR project which we know about and possibly the Ph I ADORBL project.

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Senior Software Engineer​

Company: Intellisense Systems Inc
Location: Torrance, California, United States
Posted on: January 01
Intellisense Systems innovates what seemed impossible. We are a fast-growing Southern California technology innovator that solves tough, mission-critical challenges for our customers in advanced military, law enforcement, and commercial markets. We design, develop, and manufacture novel technology solutions for ground, vehicle, maritime, and airborne applications. Our products have been deployed in every extreme environment on Earth!
We are looking for an exceptional Senior Software Engineer to join our Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Radio Frequency (RF) Systems team. The team works on cutting-edge technologies for government customers and DoD applications.
As part of the team, you will work alongside other experienced scientists and engineers to develop novel cutting-edge solutions to several challenging problems. From creating experiments and prototyping implementations to designing new machine learning algorithms, you will contribute to algorithmic and system modeling and simulation, transition your developments to software and hardware implementations, and test your integrated solutions in accordance with project objectives, requirements, and schedules.
Projects You May Work On:

• Real-time object detection, classification, and tracking
• RF signal detection, classification, tracking, and identification
• Fully integrated object detection systems featuring edge processing of modern deep learning algorithms
• Optimization of cutting-edge neural network architectures for deployment on neuromorphic processors

Neuromorphic Enhanced Cognitive Radio | SBIR.gov

www.ussbir.io

Neuromorphic Enhanced Cognitive Radio​

Award Information
Agency:National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Branch:N/A
Contract:80NSSC22CA063
Agency Tracking Number:211743
Amount:$799,985.00
Phase: Phase II
Program:SBIR
Solicitation Topic Code:H6
Solicitation Number:SBIR_21_P2
Timeline
Solicitation Year:2021
Award Year:2022
Award Start Date (Proposal Award Date):2022-05-25
Award End Date (Contract End Date):2024-05-24

Intellisense Systems, Inc. proposes in Phase II to advance development of a Neuromorphic Enhanced Cognitive Radio (NECR) device to enable autonomous space operations on platforms constrained by size, weight, and power (SWaP). NECR is a low-size, -weight, and -power (-SWaP) cognitive radio built on the open-source framework, i.e., GNU Radio and RFNoCtrade;, with new enhancements in environment learning and improvements in transmission quality and data processing. Due to the high efficiency of spiking neural networks and their low-latency, energy-efficient implementation on neuromorphic computing hardware, NECR can be integrated into SWaP-constrained platforms in spacecraft and robotics, to provide reliable communication in unknown and uncharacterized space environments such as the Moon and Mars. In Phase II, Intellisense will improve the NECR system for cognitive communication capabilities accelerated by neuromorphic hardware. We will refine the overall NECR system architecture to achieve cognitive communication capabilities accelerated by neuromorphic hardware, on which a special focus will be the mapping, optimization, and implementation of smart sensing algorithms on the neuromorphic hardware. The Phase II smart sensing algorithm library will include Kalman filter, Carrier Frequency Offset estimation, symbol rate estimation, energy detection- and matched filter-based spectrum sensing, signal-to-noise ratio estimation, and automatic modulation identification. These algorithms will be implemented on COTS neuromorphic computing hardware such as Akida processor from BrainChip, and then integrated with radio frequency modules and radiation-hardened packaging into a Phase II prototype. At the end of Phase II, the prototype will be delivered to NASA for testing and evaluation, along with a plan describing a path to meeting fault and tolerance requirements for mission deployment and API documents for integration with CubeSat, SmallSat, and rover for flight demonstration.

Adaptive Deep Onboard Reinforcement Bidirectional Learning System | SBIR.gov

www.ussbir.io

Adaptive Deep Onboard Reinforcement Bidirectional Learning System​

Award Information
Agency:National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Branch:N/A
Contract:80NSSC22PB053
Agency Tracking Number:221780
Amount:$149,996.00
Phase: Phase I
Program:SBIR
Solicitation Topic Code:H6
Solicitation Number:SBIR_22_P1
Timeline
Solicitation Year:2022
Award Year:2022
Award Start Date (Proposal Award Date):2022-07-22
Award End Date (Contract End Date):2023-01-25

NASA is seeking innovative neuromorphic processing methods and tools to enable autonomous space operations on platforms constrained by size, weight, and power (SWaP). To address this need, Intellisense Systems, Inc. (Intellisense) proposes to develop an Adaptive Deep Onboard Reinforcement Bidirectional Learning (ADORBL) processor based on neuromorphic processing and its efficient implementation on neuromorphic computing hardware. Neuromorphic processors are a key enabler to the cognitive radio and image processing system architecture, which play a larger role in mitigating complexity and reducing autonomous operations costs as communications and control become complex. ADORBL is a low-SWaP neuromorphic processing solution consisting of multispectral and/or synthetic aperture radar (SAR) data acquisition and an onboard computer running the neural network algorithms. The implementation of artificial intelligence and machine learning enables ADORBL to choose processing configurations and adjust for impairments and failures. Due to its speed, energy efficiency, and higher performance for processing, ADORBL processes raw images, finds potential targets and thus allows for autonomous missions and can easily integrate into SWaP-constrained platforms in spacecraft and robotics to support NASA missions to establish a lunar presence, to visit asteroids, and to extend human reach to Mars. In Phase I, we will develop the CONOPS and key algorithms, integrate a Phase I ADORBL processing prototype to demonstrate its feasibility, and develop a Phase II plan with a path forward. In Phase II, ADORBL will be further matured, implemented on available commercial neuromorphic computing chips, and then integrated into a Phase II working prototype along with documentation and tools necessary for NASA to use the product and modify and use the software. The Phase II prototype will be tested and delivered to NASA to demonstrate for applications to CubeSat, SmallSat, and rover flights.

Your research is

Must be

 

[Makeme 2020]

NEW COVID DEVICE AWAITING FDA APPROVAL COULD THIS DEVICE HAVE AKIDA .

Opteev Unveils the ViraWarn, Promises COVID-19, RSV, and Flu Breath Tests in Just 60 Seconds​

Offering accurate diagnostics with just two breaths, this reusable health tool is awaiting FDA approval.​

Gareth HalfacreeFollow
20 hours ago • Health & Medical Devices / Sensors / Machine Learning & AI / COVID-19

Self-diagnostic firm Opteev Technologies says it has developed a portable breath-testing device that can diagnose COVID-19, flu, and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) infections in as little as 60 seconds — and is inviting people to go hands- and mouth-on at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) this week.
"We're looking forward to debuting ViraWarn to the public at CES this week," says Conrad Bessemer, president and co-founder of Opteev. "ViraWarn is designed to allow users an ultra-fast and convenient way to know if they're spreading a dangerous respiratory virus so they can stop the spread and save lives in the process. As COVID, RSV, and influenza are continuing to surge, we're eager to bring ViraWarn to market so consumers can easily blow into a personal device and immediately find out if they're positive or negative."
The Opteev ViraWarn, being showcased at CES this week, promises a 60-second test for respiratory viruses. (: Opteev)
The compact ViraWarn gadget is based on a conductive polypyrrole-and-silk biosensor, which attracts respiratory viruses and an on-board machine learning system that is able read the changes in conductivity and filter out false positives to deliver what the company claims is an accurate result for COVID-19, flu, and RSV infections in as little as 60 seconds through a red-light-green-light indicator.
The ViraWarn is claimed to be reusable, thanks to a rechargeable battery and replacement biosensor cartridges that should be swapped out after a single positive reading or after two to three weeks of daily negative results — but while the company is showing the device off to the public now, it's not yet able to take orders: Opteev has applied for an emergency use authorisation (EUA) from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), but it has not yet been granted.

The device, awaiting FDA approval, works based on conductive changes caused by virus particles hitting the biosensor. (: Opteev)

In its application the company makes bold claims: the device showed a sensitivity of over 95 per cent and a specificity of over 90 per cent in lab testing, on samples with a viral concentration as low as 5,000 particles. Clinical evaluation studies are also ongoing "within several medical centers," the company has confirmed.
Those attending CES in Las Vegas this week can find the ViraWarn in the North Hall at Booth #8317; more information is available on the company's website.

 

[AARONASX]

Mercedes-Benz Unveils Futuristic Car at CES 2023 LIVE​

LIVE NOW!

 

[TopCat]

A press release from Qualcomm

EDIT: could Iridium be the large communication company?

Qualcomm Introduces Snapdragon Satellite, The World's First Satellite-Based Solution Capable of Supporting Two-Way Messaging for Premium Smartphones and Beyond | Qualcomm

Learn more about Snapdragon Satellite, the world's first satellite-based solution that supports two-way messaging for premium smartphones and more.

www.qualcomm.com

 

[stockduck]

Mercedes-Benz: Distronic kann langsamere Autos automatisch überholen

Zur CES stellt Mercedes-Benz eine erweiterte Funktionalität der Distronic vor, die künftig auch automatische Spurwechsel durchführen soll.

www.computerbase.de

google-translator:

"....
Automatic lane change according to SAE Level 2

Automatic lane change will be added to the car manufacturer's driver assistance systems in the future. The new feature should enable the car to automatically initiate a lane change and overtake slower vehicles when the cruise control is switched on. With the new function, it should be emphasized that it is an extension of partially automated driving according to SAE Level 2, so that the driver retains responsibility at all times and, among other things, must keep his hands on the wheel.

The automatic lane change docks onto existing features of the Distronic and the active steering assistant. If the Distronic is active, this automatically also applies to the active steering assistant, which according to the manufacturer should "take care of the rest". In concrete terms, radar sensors and cameras constantly monitor the car's surroundings in order to detect and eventually overtake slower vehicles. After overtaking, the vehicle can also provide assistance when changing back to the original lane. The feature is also designed to support active route guidance when approaching motorway junctions or exits by initiating automatic lane changes.



The Drive Pilot (test), which has already been introduced in Germany, is an SAE Level 3 system in which responsibility is handed over to the vehicle and the driver can legally devote himself to other tasks such as the in-car office, games and videos allowed. After the introduction first in Germany, Mercedes-Benz also wants to bring the Drive Pilot to the USA. The company has applied for certification in California and Nevada and, once approved, plans to launch the Drive Pilot there later this year.

 

[The Pope]

"We’re proving that on-chip AI, close to the sensor, has a sensational future, for our customers’ products, as well as the planet."

Hi Sirod69,

This Qualcomm patent application relates to a large split NN over 2 or more SoCs because the weights are too large for the on SoC memory of a single NN SoC.

US2020250545A1 SPLIT NETWORK ACCELERATION ARCHITECTURE

Priority: 20190206

View attachment 26284

[0022] As noted, an artificial intelligence accelerator may be used to train a neural network. Training of a neural network generally involves determining one or more weights associated with the neural network. For example, the weights associated with a neural network are determined by hardware acceleration using a deep learning accelerator. Once the weights associated with a neural network are determined, an inference may be performed using the trained neural network, which computes results (e.g., activations) by processing input data based on the weights associated with the trained neural network.

[0023] In practice, however, a deep learning accelerator has a fixed amount of memory (e.g., static random access memory (SRAM) with a capacity of 128 megabytes (MB)). As a result, the capacity of a deep learning accelerator is sometimes not large enough to accommodate and store a single network. For example, some networks have weights of a larger size than the fixed amount of memory available from the deep learning accelerator. One solution to accommodate large networks is to split the weights into a separate storage device (e.g., a dynamic random access memory (DRAM)). These weights are then read from the DRAM during each inference. This implementation, however, uses more power and can result a memory bottleneck.

[0024] Another solution to accommodate large networks is splitting the network into multiple pieces and passing intermediate results from one accelerator to another through a host. Unfortunately, passing intermediate inference request results through the host consumes host bandwidth. For example, using a host interface (e.g., a peripheral component interconnect express (PCIe) interface) to pass intermediate inference request results consumes the host memory bandwidth. In addition, passing intermediate inference request results through the host (e.g., a host processor) consumes central processing unit cycles of the host processor and adds latency to an overall inference calculation.

[0025] One aspect of the present disclosure splits a large neural network into multiple, separate artificial intelligence (AI) inference accelerators (AIIAs). Each of the separate AI inference accelerators may be implemented in a separate system-on-chip (SoC). For example, each AI inference accelerator is allocated and stores a fraction of the weights or other parameters of the neural network. Intermediate inference request results are passed from one AI inference accelerator to another AI inference accelerator independent of a host processor. Thus, the host processor is not involved with the transfer of the intermediate inference request results.

The system passes partial results from one partial NN SoC to another NN SoC.

Now, I don't know how his differs from having 2 or more Akida 1000s connected up.

But, if Qualcomm think they've invented it, that suggests that 2 years ago, they were not planning to use Akida.

Our patent has a priority of 20181101 which pre-dates Qualcomm's priority by 3 months.

How different does a patent have to be to not violate patent law?
My understanding there is no formula, such as a 20 percent difference being enough to avoid infringement. Instead, inventors should follow the requirements of distinctiveness: being novel and non-obvious
To qualify for a design patent, the subject must be new in the sense that no single, identical design exists in the prior art, it must satisfy the ornamental standards, and it must be original to the inventor or inventors seeking protection.

Apparently, the patent description should include everything that makes your invention new. It must also include the information necessary for an average person to make your invention. Together with the claims component, a patent description is known as the specification

So PVDM and others at BRN have already registered patents and continue to register new patents with our patent lawyers expert advice etc and the Akida patents can be obscure enough and lack detail to not give away the secret sauce of Akida, then it appears the patent must also include the information for an average person to make your invention.
Who is this average person? Lol

Note - I’m sure Diogenese and FACTFINDER may have a very logical answer as a reply to the above.

 

[cassip]

Dear girls and guys,
please let us have a very little minute of strong thoughts for all those who fight for democracy and life. After one year I still can almost not believe what happened and is still happening (not far from) here.

Sry for off-topic, just news on TV

 

[Foxdog]

So it appears that these presentations focus entirely on the consumer experience rather than the specific technology behind the scenes. CES is all about showcasing each company's end product and not each component therein. I don't think AKIDA will get much of a mention here. Our only real insight to customer uptake will be the financials, just like the CEO said. I think the Mercedes announcement last year was an anomaly, one that they and others are not willing to repeat.

 

[Bravo]

Mercedes-Benz Reveals New Charging Network and Tech Updates at CES 2023

Mercedes-Benz to launch global branded high-power charging network starting in North America VISION EQXX, most efficient Mercedes-Benz ever built, gives demonstration drives on streets of Las...

www.marketscreener.com

 

[jdlc]

Mercedes-Benz: Distronic kann langsamere Autos automatisch überholen

Zur CES stellt Mercedes-Benz eine erweiterte Funktionalität der Distronic vor, die künftig auch automatische Spurwechsel durchführen soll.

www.computerbase.de

google-translator:

"....
Automatic lane change according to SAE Level 2

Automatic lane change will be added to the car manufacturer's driver assistance systems in the future. The new feature should enable the car to automatically initiate a lane change and overtake slower vehicles when the cruise control is switched on. With the new function, it should be emphasized that it is an extension of partially automated driving according to SAE Level 2, so that the driver retains responsibility at all times and, among other things, must keep his hands on the wheel.

The automatic lane change docks onto existing features of the Distronic and the active steering assistant. If the Distronic is active, this automatically also applies to the active steering assistant, which according to the manufacturer should "take care of the rest". In concrete terms, radar sensors and cameras constantly monitor the car's surroundings in order to detect and eventually overtake slower vehicles. After overtaking, the vehicle can also provide assistance when changing back to the original lane. The feature is also designed to support active route guidance when approaching motorway junctions or exits by initiating automatic lane changes.



The Drive Pilot (test), which has already been introduced in Germany, is an SAE Level 3 system in which responsibility is handed over to the vehicle and the driver can legally devote himself to other tasks such as the in-car office, games and videos allowed. After the introduction first in Germany, Mercedes-Benz also wants to bring the Drive Pilot to the USA. The company has applied for certification in California and Nevada and, once approved, plans to launch the Drive Pilot there later this year.

Long time reader, first time poster....

Although this piece was only posted 24-48hrs ago, it seems that it's already out of date.

Update:

• What: The state of Nevada has approved Mercedes-Benz level 3 system
• When: Yesterday
• Source: Markus Schäfer, Member of the Board of Management of Mercedes-Benz Group AG, Chief Technology Officer, Development & Procurement
• ()

 

[Pmel]

So it appears that these presentations focus entirely on the consumer experience rather than the specific technology behind the scenes. CES is all about showcasing each company's end product and not each component therein. I don't think AKIDA will get much of a mention here. Our only real insight to customer uptake will be the financials, just like the CEO said. I think the Mercedes announcement last year was an anomaly, one that they and others are not willing to repeat.

What about brainchip saying, socionext and VVDN will showcase akida?
Is that not happening.

 

[Foxdog]

Mercedes-Benz: Distronic kann langsamere Autos automatisch überholen

Zur CES stellt Mercedes-Benz eine erweiterte Funktionalität der Distronic vor, die künftig auch automatische Spurwechsel durchführen soll.

www.computerbase.de

google-translator:

"....
Automatic lane change according to SAE Level 2

Automatic lane change will be added to the car manufacturer's driver assistance systems in the future. The new feature should enable the car to automatically initiate a lane change and overtake slower vehicles when the cruise control is switched on. With the new function, it should be emphasized that it is an extension of partially automated driving according to SAE Level 2, so that the driver retains responsibility at all times and, among other things, must keep his hands on the wheel.

The automatic lane change docks onto existing features of the Distronic and the active steering assistant. If the Distronic is active, this automatically also applies to the active steering assistant, which according to the manufacturer should "take care of the rest". In concrete terms, radar sensors and cameras constantly monitor the car's surroundings in order to detect and eventually overtake slower vehicles. After overtaking, the vehicle can also provide assistance when changing back to the original lane. The feature is also designed to support active route guidance when approaching motorway junctions or exits by initiating automatic lane changes.



The Drive Pilot (test), which has already been introduced in Germany, is an SAE Level 3 system in which responsibility is handed over to the vehicle and the driver can legally devote himself to other tasks such as the in-car office, games and videos allowed. After the introduction first in Germany, Mercedes-Benz also wants to bring the Drive Pilot to the USA. The company has applied for certification in California and Nevada and, once approved, plans to launch the Drive Pilot there later this year.

I'm sorry, I found that boring as batshit - doesn't TESLA have automatic lane changes etc? Not quite as groundbreaking as I was expecting....

 

[Foxdog]

What about brainchip saying, socionext and VVDN will showcase akida?
Is that not happening.

I hope so, it will be interesting to see how much they reveal and how thoroughly they promote the technology. MERC have said nothing to reinforce the advantages that AKIDA has specifically given them.

 

[Pmel]

I hope so, it will be interesting to see how much they reveal and how thoroughly they promote the technology. MERC have said nothing to reinforce the advantages that AKIDA has specifically given them.

Yes listened to it and no mention of brainchip/akida. Do you know when socionext or VVDN presenting.

 

[Boab]

A press release from Qualcomm

EDIT: could Iridium be the large communication company?

Qualcomm Introduces Snapdragon Satellite, The World's First Satellite-Based Solution Capable of Supporting Two-Way Messaging for Premium Smartphones and Beyond | Qualcomm

Learn more about Snapdragon Satellite, the world's first satellite-based solution that supports two-way messaging for premium smartphones and more.

www.qualcomm.com

Is this going to be Qualcomms answer to "what happens if I lose access to the cloud"?
Sounds very expensive.

 

[Learning]

Learning 🏖

 

[Slymeat]

Initially in US and Canada......10000 charging stations

Mercedes-Benz Plans to Install Its Own Network of EV Chargers​

Let’s just hope they aren’t all supplied by local diesel powered generators!

 

[Fact Finder]

How different does a patent have to be to not violate patent law?
My understanding there is no formula, such as a 20 percent difference being enough to avoid infringement. Instead, inventors should follow the requirements of distinctiveness: being novel and non-obvious
To qualify for a design patent, the subject must be new in the sense that no single, identical design exists in the prior art, it must satisfy the ornamental standards, and it must be original to the inventor or inventors seeking protection.

Apparently, the patent description should include everything that makes your invention new. It must also include the information necessary for an average person to make your invention. Together with the claims component, a patent description is known as the specification

So PVDM and others at BRN have already registered patents and continue to register new patents with our patent lawyers expert advice etc and the Akida patents can be obscure enough and lack detail to not give away the secret sauce of Akida, then it appears the patent must also include the information for an average person to make your invention.
Who is this average person? Lol

Note - I’m sure Diogenese and FACTFINDER may have a very logical answer as a reply to the above.

I am not a lawyer anymore and was never a patent lawyer but there is a single core proposition which I think will make a patent secure and it is as follows.

Be the science fiction.

This is more than just being first to lodge your patent though this can be enough but be the first with something so off the wall, so unthought of, so original that it borders on or is the science fiction.

Why is this so important.

Well if as Peter van der Made has done you have taken thin air and created something no one has ever seen before you make yourself the expert, the ultimate authority, the person from whom all knowledge about that creation originates.

Then have the good sense to evidence the fact that you started with thin air by writing a book about taking the thin air and seeing in it the idea that no one else had seen before.

If you do this successfully then
evidence of this will be found in the fact that the Patent Office when reviewing a claim in a patent application will refer to your previous published opinion to determine if a breach is occurring.

This indeed has already happened with an Examiner at the US Patent Office quoting what Peter van der Made had written when adjudicating another’s patent application.

If someone should breach or attempt to breach an AKIDA patent the most qualified expert in the world to give expert testimony about the technology and where the breach takes place is now and for all time Peter van der Made.

Think about the Bible. It is said to be the word of God. Everyday humans somewhere will debate its meaning and certain interpretations prevail. However the creator of the Bible is the ultimate authority so regardless of what all these human experts decide is the meaning if God the creator of the Bible dropped in for a chat and said no that is not what it means this is what it means it would be foolish to argue.

I am not of course saying Peter van der Made is God but having taken thin air and created AKIDA he is the ultimate authority in a lessor but similar sense.

No one can credibly profess to know more about the theory of AKIDA technology than Peter van der Made.

In the same way no one can claim to know more about the design of the AKIDA engineering than Anil Mankar or as he was nicknamed Mr. Chip.

So coming back to your idea of the reasonable person. Imagine we have God and the Archbishop of Canterbury standing side by side giving their opinion as to what a passage from the Bible conveyed what conclusion do you think the reasonable man would draw about who is correct?

Knowing what the reasonable man would think is largely the application of commonsense.

I may not necessarily have helped you with this answer but it’s the best I have at the moment.

My opinion only DYOR
FF

AKIDA BALLISTA

 

[Bravo]

Here's a toilet with a urine sensor. I don't think "wee" are in it though.

This Futuristic Toilet Sensor Reads Your Pee to Measure Health

Best of CES: Tracking your health is getting more intimate in 2023, thanks to this smart toilet sensor.

www.cnet.com