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[7für7]

I'm as confused as the next person. When we first learnt of TENNs, it was shown as part of the Akida2 silicon SoC IP, ie, hardware.

Now Tony Lewis refers to working on the "TENNs model".

There has been the speculation (mostly on my part) that it could be used as software to preform AI functions, ie, as AI software to run on a CPU/GPU/MPU/MCU processor.

Another alternative is that Tony has used the term "model" in its common usage, rather than its specialized AI meaning, so the job would be working on improving/developing the hardware/architecture of TENNs. This is improbable as the job is for ML experts, not hardware experts.

So is he talking about a model for use with a TENNs processor, or is TENNs a model simpliciter?

Given that we have been told of TENNs working alone (without Akida2), I'm going for TENNs as an AI processor, and the job is developing models for the TENNs AI processor.

 

[Diogenese]

The ears are why I can't get a hat to fit ... poked holes in all grandad's deerstalkers.

 

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M Anthony Lewis on LinkedIn: #hiring

We're #Hiring! We are embarking on several exciting projects featuring our proprietary State-Space Model, TENNS, optimized to run on the Akida event-based…

www.linkedin.com

 

[Bravo]

I'm as confused as the next person. When we first learnt of TENNs, it was shown as part of the Akida2 silicon SoC IP, ie, hardware.

Now Tony Lewis refers to working on the "TENNs model".

There has been the speculation (mostly on my part) that it could be used as software to preform AI functions, ie, as AI software to run on a CPU/GPU/MPU/MCU processor.

Another alternative is that Tony has used the term "model" in its common usage, rather than its specialized AI meaning, so the job would be working on improving/developing the hardware/architecture of TENNs. This is improbable as the job is for ML experts, not hardware experts.

So is he talking about a model for use with a TENNs processor, or is TENNs a model simpliciter?

Given that we have been told of TENNs working alone (without Akida2), I'm going for TENNs as an AI processor, and the job is developing models for the TENNs AI processor.

You can't possibly be as confused as I am Dodgy-knees.

 

[HopalongPetrovski]

The ears are why I can't get a hat to fit ... poked holes in all grandad's deerstalkers.

 

[Bravo]

Neuromorphic Cameras and Pilotless Air Taxis on Weekly Wings!​

November 25, 2024 by Miriam McNabb

In this week’s episode of drone news podcast Weekly Wings, Paul Rossi and Terry Neff delve into a variety of exciting developments in drone technology, autonomous systems, and advanced air mobility.

The episode kicks off with the Sprayhawk, an automated agricultural helicopter developed by Rotor Technologies and AG Nav. The hosts discuss its potential to revolutionize aerial applications with cutting-edge navigation software, obstacle detection systems, and autonomous flight capabilities.
Next, they explore the fascinating neuromorphic camera, a sensor inspired by the human eye that enables drones to navigate in GPS-denied environments by detecting changes in light. This groundbreaking technology could transform operations in both civilian and defense sectors, especially in areas with unreliable GPS signals.

The conversation shifts to drone light shows, with a focus on SPH Engineering’s advanced software that simplifies drone choreography. The hosts examine how accessible technology is fueling creativity in aerial entertainment, including a stunning show celebrating AC Milan’s 125th anniversary in Dubai.

The military’s short-range reconnaissance program also takes center stage, as Red Cat Holdings thermal imaging-equipped Black Widow drones are selected for the U.S. Army’s latest acquisition. The hosts discuss the implications of deploying nearly 6,000 drones for defense operations.
On the regulatory front, Carbonix’s Volanti achieves FAA approval for nationwide BVLOS operations. This milestone enables long-range fixed-wing drones to perform precision tasks across the U.S., highlighting advancements in drone integration into the national airspace.
The episode wraps up with updates on EVTOL technology and a patent infringement lawsuit against DJI. SkyDrive and SAI Flight collaborate to establish electric air taxi routes in South Carolina. The hosts discuss how this partnership represents a step forward in urban air mobility and the future of pilotless transportation.

 

[Bravo]

For Mercedes-Benz, Sustainability Means Brainy Micro-Converters, Solar Paint, & Synthetic Spider Silk​

12 hours agoTina Casey4 Comments


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Mercedes-Benz unleashed its 2040 vision for the future of the electric vehicle experience last week, unveiling some of its research projects complete with eye-catching autonomous driving features, AR, something called neuromorphic computing, and other electronics-related enhancements. Sustainability is also front and center, including one of our favorite topics, solar paint.

Sustainability & Neuromorphic Computing​

If neuromorphic computing doesn’t ring a bell, join the club. A quick search of the Intertubes yields an explainer from a research paper recently published in the journal Nature Communications. The authors start off with a warning, though. “Brain-like energy-efficient computing has remained elusive for neuromorphic (NM) circuits and hardware platform implementations despite decades of research,” they state.
That sounds like a dead end for researchers, but the authors have hit upon a promising path towards a breakthrough, and the sustainability prize is a big one.

“Neuromorphic (NM) computing that mimicks certain neuro-biological architectures of the human brain, is an alternative to the conventional von Neumann computing architecture, and therefore, can be designed to be highly parallel and very low power consuming with the potential to perform certain complex operations faster and in a smaller footprint,” the authors enthuse.
That caught the eye of Mercedes-Benz and they went all in. With all those new electronic gizmos, vehicles will need to have “significantly higher energy requirements,” the company advises by way of explaining its interest. They tapped Canadian University of Waterloo as a research partner on the neuromorphic project, anticipating a 10-fold increase in speed and efficiency in addition to the sustainability benefit of sucking up less energy.

More Sustainability: Paint-On Solar Cells​

Many vehicles spend their day in sunlight, soaking up solar energy hour after hour, only to waste it as heat. That’s a perfect opportunity for solar panels. The idea of building solar panels into cars has sucked more than one automaker into failure, but it has gained traction with the emergence of thin film solar cells that can fit the curves of a vehicle body.
Since Mercedes-Benz is eyeballing next-level sustainability, it is not stopping at thin film. The company is aiming for solar cells that hover in a paint-able solution.
Solar paint crossed the CleanTechnica radar back in 2018, when the US Department of Energy unveiled a paint-able solar solution deploying perovskite solar cells. No word yet if perovskites are the particular solar material in Mercedes-Benz’s sights, but that would be a good guess.
The sustainability factor is strong with paint-on perovskite solar cells. They are relatively inexpensive and applicable to a wide range of surfaces. They can be deployed in high-volume, fast-throughput roll-to-roll production systems commonly in use today, or sprayed on a car as body paint, as the case may be.
“At 5 micrometers thin, these are significantly thinner than a human hair, weigh just 50 grams per square meter and are packed full of energy,” Mercedes-Benz notes. The company advises that the average German driver would be able to cover only 62% of the average daily drive with electricity from the paint-on solar cells, while Los Angeles drivers can pull off 100% with some leftover.

The Elusive Synthetic Spider Silk​

Finding bio-based substitutes for petrochemical-based materials is yet another part of the sustainability plan. Mercedes-Benz has put several wheels in motion aimed at reducing if not eliminating petrochemicals from its supply chain.
The company has also leveled up the bio-based angle. Instead of using agricultural crops as feedstock for its new material, the company is deploying a silky bio-yarn made from silk proteins contributed by genetically modified bacteria.
“The synthetic spider silk has the same functional properties as conventional silk. It is 100 percent biodegradable, lightweight and very strong, making it an extremely high-performance material,” the automaker explains. For now the application is fairly modest. If you happen to catch sight of the VISION EQXX or the Concept CLA Class, look for synthetic spider silk for the grab loops and door pockets.

Mercedes-Benz is also trying to move away from the animal supply chain as well. A “realistic leather alternative made from recycled plastic and biotechnology-based materials” is in the research stage, so keep an eye out for that. Used tires and biomethane from agricultural waste are the key ingredients.

“The material is breathable, waterproof, lighter than real leather and has a reduced CO2 footprint,” explains Mercedes-Benz, “The part derived from recycled polymer can be fully recycled.”

Cleaning Up The Sustainability Loose Ends​

Electric vehicles are a step in the right direction from a sustainability perspective. However, like any other vehicle they still emit tiny particles that fly off of brakes and tires. The cumulative impact from millions of vehicles is a significant concern.
Mercedes went to work on the brake problem and came up with a new kind of braking system. That is also still in the research phase, but sometime in the future you may be driving around in an electric vehicle with no brakes inside the wheels.
“Instead, [the brake] is integrated into the electric drive unit at the front or rear axle. It occupies very little space – and according to the latest research, is subject to minimal wear, doesn’t rust and is virtually maintenance-free,” the company explains, adding that there are no particles of brake material shedding from the car.
The new braking system relieves a “significant” amount of weight from the wheel and tire, potentially helping to reduce tire wear and tear as well.
The company is also launching a brand new power conversion system, aimed at increasing EV range picking up the pace of making bi-directional charging, too. The idea is to sit programmable micro-converters inside each battery cell.
“Current research shows it is possible to provide a constant HV [high voltage] output of 800 volts, regardless of the state of charge (SoC) and state of health (SoH) of the individual cells,” Mercedes-Benz notes. “The output voltage of the battery is no longer dependent on the number of cells connected in series.”
Mercedes-Benz is also attending to the big picture of sustainability, with a focus on cities. After all, what good is a sustainable car when you’re stuck in traffic?
In a press release outlining its 2040 vision (here’s that link again) the company describes how it has been developing urban plans that incorporate more park-and-rides, parks, and bike lanes along with other strategies for reducing vehicle congestion.
Hopefully they’ll take their vision to the suburbs as well. When that fleet of self-driving shuttle buses rolls down the road, I’ll be the first to hop in.
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Image (cropped): Mercedes-Benz has some new sustainability tricks up its sleeve, including bio-based materials and body paint made with solar cells (VISION EQXX courtesy of Mercedes-Benz).

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Mercedes-Benz has some new sustainability tricks up its sleeve, including bio-based materials and body paint made with solar cells.

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M Anthony Lewis on LinkedIn: #hiring

We're #Hiring! We are embarking on several exciting projects featuring our proprietary State-Space Model, TENNS, optimized to run on the Akida event-based…

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Interesting likes too

 

[TECH]

Yeh you'd hope that it's something, because if not, it again shows the complete lack of transparency and consistency with the company.

Tony Dawe would really hope that there is something brewing, because the amount of times he's stated ''It's imminent'' over the past year is quite ludicrous. He's actually taking the piss if anything.

Hey BD...your name reminds me of a water hazard on a golf course I was once the Club Professional at in the late 70's in Wellington, NZ. !

Anyway, back on topic.....Tony is a good bloke, some may find his manner a little abrupt, which is a fair comment, but if you had to put
up with the amount of bullshit Tony has to deal with on a daily basis from disgruntled shareholders, it would drive you mad, and I'm sure
Peter wouldn't mind me saying this, even he wouldn't have wanted Tony's position, and that's coming from a very, very tolerant man, who
knows how to forgive rudeness....honestly, the abuse he receives (he's told me) is disgusting !

So, try to cut him some slack, he still holds shares, and is only told what he's told, which I'd guess is rather limited....regarding the Investor
Update, it should have been delivered, face the music, say what needs to be said and lets move on......UNLESS.....he's waiting on a very
important signature....I'm just not that sure it's coming.....maybe late January, or is Mercedes going to reveal something nice early in
January....CES 2025 fingers crossed etc....

Had a nice smoked fish delivered to my door this afternoon, ah it's good to be back in the Far North...love New Zealand and Perth.

God Bless All....Tech

 

[Fullmoonfever]

Wonder if this will eventually get interesting

Ai Labs still listed as an Enablement Partner on BRN site so wondering if the neuromorphic component is ours or if coming back the other way from the SDAIA to AI Labs?

I'm presuming the former.

SDAIA and AI Labs, Inc. Partner to Advance AI Research and Develop Cutting-Edge Technologies

SDAIA and AI Labs, Inc. Partner to Advance AI Research and Develop Cutting-Edge Technologies. SDAIA Signs Partnership Agreement with AI Labs, Inc to Conduct Research and Develop for Advanced Technologies in Artificial Intelligence - PR13035261

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SDAIA and AI Labs, Inc. Partner to Advance AI Research and Develop Cutting-Edge Technologies​

SDAIA Signs Partnership Agreement with AI Labs, Inc to Conduct Research and Develop for Advanced Technologies in Artificial Intelligence


TEMPE, Ariz. - Oct. 19, 2024 - PRLog -- The Saudi Data and AI Authority (SDAIA, https://sdaia.gov.sa/en/) signed an MoU with AI Labs, Inc (www.ailabsinc.com) located in Tempe, Arizona, USA to develop Advanced Technologies and publish research articles on AI to serve communities and enhance quality of life.

.......excerpt

The agreement aims to enhance cooperation between researchers and help them exchange expertise and information, transfer knowledge, and develop capabilities in AI research and innovation. It also allows the two parties to cooperate in Artificial Intelligence, Edge Computing, Robotic Process Automation, the Internet of Things, Neuromorphic Processors, AI data centers, and Research & Development, in in various fields such as Energy, Healthcare, Semiconductors, FinTech, Climate Change, Transportation, and Manufacturing.

 

[Bravo]

Competitor incoming! This video takes a look at DeepX's chip, DX-M1. They're in partnership with Samsung electronics.

11 mins

DeepX intend on running their second generation product on small langue models up to 30 million parameters on device under 5 watts.

Mass production of their first chip next year, first quarter.

 

[7für7]

Hey BD...your name reminds me of a water hazard on a golf course I was once the Club Professional at in the late 70's in Wellington, NZ. !

Anyway, back on topic.....Tony is a good bloke, some may find his manner a little abrupt, which is a fair comment, but if you had to put
up with the amount of bullshit Tony has to deal with on a daily basis from disgruntled shareholders, it would drive you mad, and I'm sure
Peter wouldn't mind me saying this, even he wouldn't have wanted Tony's position, and that's coming from a very, very tolerant man, who
knows how to forgive rudeness....honestly, the abuse he receives (he's told me) is disgusting !

So, try to cut him some slack, he still holds shares, and is only told what he's told, which I'd guess is rather limited....regarding the Investor
Update, it should have been delivered, face the music, say what needs to be said and lets move on......UNLESS.....he's waiting on a very
important signature....I'm just not that sure it's coming.....maybe late January, or is Mercedes going to reveal something nice early in
January....CES 2025 fingers crossed etc....

Had a nice smoked fish delivered to my door this afternoon, ah it's good to be back in the Far North...love New Zealand and Perth.

God Bless All....Tech

Are you sure you’re not Tony? or at least his wife or something? Ask for a friend

 

[BigDonger101]

Hey BD...your name reminds me of a water hazard on a golf course I was once the Club Professional at in the late 70's in Wellington, NZ. !

Anyway, back on topic.....Tony is a good bloke, some may find his manner a little abrupt, which is a fair comment, but if you had to put
up with the amount of bullshit Tony has to deal with on a daily basis from disgruntled shareholders, it would drive you mad, and I'm sure
Peter wouldn't mind me saying this, even he wouldn't have wanted Tony's position, and that's coming from a very, very tolerant man, who
knows how to forgive rudeness....honestly, the abuse he receives (he's told me) is disgusting !

So, try to cut him some slack, he still holds shares, and is only told what he's told, which I'd guess is rather limited....regarding the Investor
Update, it should have been delivered, face the music, say what needs to be said and lets move on......UNLESS.....he's waiting on a very
important signature....I'm just not that sure it's coming.....maybe late January, or is Mercedes going to reveal something nice early in
January....CES 2025 fingers crossed etc....

Had a nice smoked fish delivered to my door this afternoon, ah it's good to be back in the Far North...love New Zealand and Perth.

God Bless All....Tech

Pay me as much as you pay Tony - I'll take that position all day long.

This isn't personal. This is purely business. He has made statements which he shouldn't be making. He can face the music.

Good luck to all.

 

[FJ-215]

Just because I visited this bakery 2023/2024, doesn’t mean they didn’t used it at least since 2015 in japan. Do you really believe Chinese can develop something by themselves? I literally see always Chinese tourists in exhibitions with expensive camera equipment taking photos of details of the interior and exterior of several cars

"Do you really believe Chinese can develop something by themselves?"

Racist much????

Maybe have a bit of a look back through history as to what the Chinese have invented/discovered. Basically the building blocks of the Western World.

But what have they done lately???

Do you think Donald would be urging for the USA to "Drill, baby, drill" if they owned the EV battery space??

 

[7für7]

"Do you really believe Chinese can develop something by themselves?"

Racist much????

Maybe have a bit of a look back through history as to what the Chinese have invented/discovered. Basically the building blocks of the Western World.

But what have they done lately???

Do you think Donald would be urging for the USA to "Drill, baby, drill" if they owned the EV battery space??

You have no idea what racism means I guess.. what I wrote is a fact. And you try to turn it into “the bad white guy” stuff which is basically racism… and by the way..

Transition to Modern Battery Technology:

1. Lithium-Ion Batteries:
• John Goodenough, Stanley Whittingham, Akira Yoshino (1970s-1980s): These researchers developed the lithium-ion battery, which forms the foundation of modern electric vehicles.
• Stanley Whittingham (1970s): He created the first concept of a lithium battery with a titanium disulfide cathode.
• John Goodenough (1980): He improved the technology by introducing a cobalt oxide cathode, which increased energy density.
• Akira Yoshino (1985): He combined these technologies and made them commercially viable. He is considered the developer of the first practical lithium-ion battery.


2. Tesla and Modern Application: In the 2000s, Tesla Motors, under the leadership of Elon Musk and JB Straubel, adopted lithium-ion batteries to revolutionize the range and performance of electric vehicles.

 

[FJ-215]

"Do you really believe Chinese can develop something by themselves?"

Racist much????

Maybe have a bit of a look back through history as to what the Chinese have invented/discovered. Basically the building blocks of the Western World.

But what have they done lately???

Do you think Donald would be urging for the USA to "Drill, baby, drill" if they owned the EV battery space??

Anyone wonder how Australia avoided recession after the GFC???

Pink bats and school halls???

Or was it our main trading partner???

Don't think concrete was a Chinese invention but the certainly used a hell of a lot of it after the GFC.........

Nice video from Bloomberg back in 2015 featuring Stephanie Ruhle and Lawrence Summers.......

Summers: China's Economic Adjustment to Be Felt Globally

 

[FJ-215]

You have no idea what racism means I guess.. what I wrote is a fact. And you try to turn it into “the bad white guy” stuff which is basically racism… and by the way..

Transition to Modern Battery Technology:

1. Lithium-Ion Batteries:
• John Goodenough, Stanley Whittingham, Akira Yoshino (1970s-1980s): These researchers developed the lithium-ion battery, which forms the foundation of modern electric vehicles.
• Stanley Whittingham (1970s): He created the first concept of a lithium battery with a titanium disulfide cathode.
• John Goodenough (1980): He improved the technology by introducing a cobalt oxide cathode, which increased energy density.
• Akira Yoshino (1985): He combined these technologies and made them commercially viable. He is considered the developer of the first practical lithium-ion battery.


2. Tesla and Modern Application: In the 2000s, Tesla Motors, under the leadership of Elon Musk and JB Straubel, adopted lithium-ion batteries to revolutionize the range and performance of electric vehicles.

Get a clue.

Have a look where Western science has really come from.

 

[7für7]

Get a clue.

Have a look where Western science has really come from.

Come on man…. You literally skip Greek Roman Arabic inventions… without Archimedean knowledge the world would be still using horses but ok…

 

[FJ-215]

Come on man…. You literally skip Greek Roman Arabic inventions… without Archimedean knowledge the world would be still using horses but ok…

Why did you put Arabic inventions last behind Greek, Roman??

Where are the Pyramids and who built them????

(Probably not the Arabs by the way!!!)

 

[7für7]

Why did you put Arabic inventions last behind Greek, Roman??

Where are the Pyramids and who built them????

(Probably not the Arabs by the way!!!)

So are you placing the ancient Egyptians (who were not Arabs) above God? Have you considered who created humanity, the entire system of life, and the universe or multiverse?