➀ The rise of RISC-V cores and the challenges of certification; ➁ The role of Breker Verification Systems in the certification process; ➂ The complexity of certifying RISC-V ISA implementations and the efforts of RISC-V International.
Recent #Switch news in the semiconductor industry
➀ HPE introduces the Slingshot 400 switch with liquid cooling and 51.2Tbps speed; ➁ The switch is designed for HPE's liquid-cooled supercomputing platforms; ➂ The new switch aims to provide faster HPC interconnect speeds to keep pace with AI cluster solutions like NVIDIA Spectrum-X.
➀ ADI is introducing the ADIN6310, a deterministic six-port switch implementing TSN and security features. It supports various networking protocols and offers flexibility in port configurations. 
➁ The switch provides hardware acceleration for cryptographic operations and supports secure boot and updates. 
➂ The ADIN6310 is available in different packaging options and operates within specified temperature ranges.
➀ The Tenda TEM2010F review details its features, performance, and price; ➁ The switch offers 8 2.5GbE ports and 2 SFP ports with a 50Gbps switching capacity; ➂ It was priced significantly lower than expected, making it a cost-effective option in the market.
➀ The MikroTik CRS304-4XG-IN is a cost-effective 10Gbase-T switch with a MSRP of $199; ➁ It offers four 10Gbase-T ports and one management port, making it a versatile networking solution; ➂ The review highlights its affordability, performance, and ease of use.
➀ Introducing the Elegoo Neptune 4 Pro 3D printer at an affordable price; ➁ Review highlights fast print speeds and excellent quality; ➂ Special discount available on Elegoo's website
➀ Delta has showcased a next-generation switch, the DC-90640, designed for the 1.6TbE networking generation. The switch is capable of 102.4Tbps and is set to be released in 2025. It features a liquid-cooled design and supports 64 ports via 1.6T OSFP cages. The switch is powered by dual 4.5kW power supplies and is expected to support 30W modules. 
➁ The switch is expected to use Broadcom's Tomahawk 6 switch chip, which is scheduled for 2025. It will also support PCIe Gen6 NICs for 800GbE, enabling 128x 800G connections per switch. 
➂ The networking infrastructure is crucial for AI buildouts, as it requires many switches and high-bandwidth switches to reduce radix and minimize tail latencies.
➀ Researchers from Queen Mary University of London have developed new nanocomposite films from starch, offering a sustainable alternative to petroleum-based materials; ➁ The films are made from abundant natural polymer starch and highly conductive MXene, with potential applications in electronics and sensing; ➂ The nanocomposites can be tailored for various uses, including wearable technology and healthcare, and are biodegradable.
➀ Meta Minipack3, a key switch from Meta, was showcased at the OCP Summit 2024. It features 64 OSFP ports and uses 800G optics. The switch is designed by Broadcom and manufactured by Celestica, with a target noise level of 78dba. It can provide up to 128-ports of 400GbE and operates at under 2100W, showcasing the efficiency of co-packaged optics solutions. ➁ Meta's Minipack line has been a popular choice for networking infrastructure, with this new version offering significant advancements. ➂ The trend towards 400GbE is evident, with Meta leading the way in deploying such high-speed switches for AI clusters and fast remote storage.
➀ Google is rumored to switch to TSMC's N3E process for Tensor G5; ➁ The report also clarifies that Google has chosen not to use 2nm technology for Tensor G6; ➂ The move could impact the competition in the AI and smartphone chip markets.
➀ Raspberry Pi introduces the new AI HAT+ with two variants, 13 and 26 TOPS; ➁ The HAT+ is based on Hailo-8 neural network inference accelerators; ➂ The 26 TOPS variant is designed for larger networks and can run multiple networks simultaneously.
➀ Imec spin-off Brailsports is developing a platform for optimizing athlete training volumes and schedules based on data analysis; ➁ The platform uses AI models to estimate individual athlete fitness and fatigue, improving performance and reducing injury risk; ➂ The platform is currently operational at cycling team Lotto Dstny, with positive results.
➀ Arm is exploring the feasibility of running LLMs on mobile devices; ➁ Arm's optimization techniques for LLMs on mobile; ➂ The importance of practical use cases for LLMs in mobile devices
➀ Littelfuse has introduced a 'tact' style push-button with change-over contacts; ➁ The switch, known as 'KSC DCT', features a 6.2 x 6.2mm surface-mount body and is sealed to IP67; ➂ The switch is designed for precise monitoring of the actual status of an electromechanical tactile switch.
➀ Electron Beam Probing (EBP) has become a powerful method for security analyzing of sub-7nm ICs. ➁ It offers better spatial resolution than optical probing and is suitable for sub-7nm flip-chips and advanced 3D architectures. ➂ The research focuses on the importance of EBP in failure analysis and hardware assurance.
➀ The research investigates the effects of adding TiC nanoparticles to aluminum alloy 7075, aiming to enhance casting performance and improve fluidity and surface quality; ➁ TiC nanoparticles were introduced in two concentrations, and their impact on fluidity and microstructure was analyzed; ➂ The results showed a significant improvement in fluidity and surface quality, with finer grain sizes and smoother surfaces.
➀ Cisco has introduced the 8102-DPU 12.8T switch, which is designed to accommodate up to eight AMD Pensando DPUs for 1.6T of programmable service acceleration. ➁ The switch aims to enhance network performance and efficiency by leveraging DPUs. ➂ It is expected to be a significant addition to Cisco's networking portfolio.
➀ Astera Labs is targeting Broadcom in the AI server market with its new Scorpio PCIe switch line; ➁ The Scorpio P-series is designed to connect CPU, GPU, NIC, and NVMe storage; ➂ The X-Series is aimed at higher port-count configurations for GPU-to-GPU setups.
➀ MikroTik has launched a new 4-port 10Gbase-T switch, the CRS304-4XG-IN, priced at $199. It features passive cooling and support for various power options. The switch is based on the Marvell 98DX2528 chip with a 64-bit dual-core ARM processor. It is designed for users who need a quick network setup with a few 10Gbase-T devices. ➁ The switch is targeted at those who do not require large switches and are looking for a cost-effective solution for 10GbE networking. ➂ The release of this switch adds to the options available for MikroTik's product line and provides a flexible power solution with its support for DC jacks and PoE.
➀ Toshiba has developed a pair of 32Gbit/s multiplexer/demultiplexer switches for high-speed serial busses like PCIe 5.0/4.0, USB4, and Thunderbolt 4; ➁ The devices are designed to switch differential pair or single-ended signal paths between single and double ports; ➂ The switches are made on Toshiba's 'TaRFSOI' process and offer different specifications for board layout and high-frequency performance.