➀ The Technische Universität Ilmenau launches the 'Ilmenau School of Green Electronics' to develop climate-neutral information technology; ➁ The project is funded by the Carl-Zeiss-Stiftung with nearly 5.2 million euros over four years; ➂ The initiative focuses on energy-efficient computing and bio-inspired microelectronics, aiming to reduce the environmental impact of IT hardware.
Recent #energy efficiency news in the semiconductor industry
➀ Researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) have developed a groundbreaking tool for energy-efficient movement in robots; ➁ The tool applies the principle of natural oscillation patterns to robots, enabling them to move with unprecedented efficiency; ➂ The research is centered around BERT, a four-legged robot, which demonstrates the effectiveness of this new approach.
➀ Researchers at KIT are developing high-speed, energy-efficient transceivers using hybrid materials to address AI's growing data demands; ➁ The project, funded by a €14 million ERC Synergy Grant, aims to enhance AI speed and efficiency; ➂ The research could transform fields like AI, quantum technologies, and medical engineering.
➀ Iceotope’s KUL AI liquid cooled server reduces energy consumption by 40%; ➁ Optimizes GPU performance with PLC technology; ➂ Suitable for AI research labs, HPC centers, and cloud service providers.
➀ Researchers at Chiba University have developed an optical cooling method using perovskite quantum dots; ➁ The technique, based on anti-Stokes photoluminescence, allows materials to cool by emitting photons with more energy than they absorb; ➂ The research could improve cooling technologies for industries like semiconductor manufacturing and medical devices.
➀ MemryX推出MX3边缘AI加速器，提供高效性能和能效；➁ MX3具有数据流和内存计算架构，适用于需要高帧率性能的视频管理系统；➂ 自动化工具确保一键模型精度，无需重新训练或修改模型；➃ 可扩展性允许单个芯片部署或扩展到16个芯片，适用于不同应用。
➀ The Wuppertal Institute highlights the potential of smart meters for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in NRW, Germany, emphasizing energy efficiency and cost reduction. ➁ The challenges for SMEs to effectively use smart meters include lack of information and suitable software. ➂ The report proposes solutions such as information services, scalable software, and policy support to enable SMEs to benefit from smart metering.
➀ Researchers from the University of Texas have developed a new colloidal thermal interface material that significantly improves thermal qualities by adding ceramic powder to liquid metal. ➁ The new TIM could reduce the cost and complexity of cooling power-hungry systems, with the potential to cut the energy needed for cooling pumps by 65%. ➂ The technology could enable sustainable cooling in energy-intensive applications, such as data centers and aerospace.
➀ Stanford University is researching a hybrid memory that combines the density of DRAM with the speed of SRAM, funded by CHIPS and Science Act.
➁ The research is part of the California Pacific Northwest AI Hardware Center project, which will receive $16.3 million from the US Department of Defense.
➂ The team, led by H.S. Philip Wong, focuses on developing more energy-efficient hardware for AI, with memory being the core.
➃ The hybrid gain cell memory combines the small footprint of DRAM with the almost as fast speed of SRAM.
➄ The gain cell, similar to DRAM, uses a second transistor instead of a capacitor to store data, with the data stored as charge on the gate of the transistor.
➅ Reading signals are无损 in the gain cell, and the reading transistor provides gain to the storage transistor during reading.
➆ Liu and Wong's mixed gain cell memory, combining silicon read transistors with indium tin oxide write transistors, overcomes limitations and achieves a data retention time of over 5000 seconds.
➇ These hybrid storage cells can be integrated into logic chips, potentially changing the way memory is used in computers.
➀ The article discusses the energy consumption of train heating, cooling, and battery management systems. ➁ It highlights the efficiency of the DB-Baureihe 490, which uses a heat pump and waste heat recovery. ➂ The study suggests that integrated thermal management can improve the efficiency and range of battery-electric and hydrogen fuel cell trains.
➀ Researchers at ICFO have developed a post-deposition in situ passivation technique to minimize surface defects in eco-friendly solar cells, achieving a new efficiency record; ➁ The technique improves surface passivation and optoelectronic properties of nanocrystal ink films, leading to higher efficiency solar cells; ➂ The team synthesized AgBiS2 nanocrystal ink with a multifunctional molecular agent for enhanced performance.
The Fraunhofer Heinrich-Hertz-Institut (HHI) has launched the HYPERCORE project, aimed at developing energy-efficient, secure, and high-performance communication infrastructure for the hyper-connected society. The project, funded by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF), focuses on optimizing metro and core networks, exploring a combination of all three physical dimensions (time, frequency, and space) for increasing transmission capacity. The project involves developing multiband transmission systems, coherent OTDR systems for network control, and expanding digital twin technology for optical communication networks. Field tests are planned for 2026 in Kiel and Berlin.
➀ Starting with your first NAS, Arm-powered NAS is a good choice for beginners; ➁ Arm-powered NAS is more affordable due to the lower cost of Arm processors; ➂ An Arm processor is sufficient for basic NAS tasks and doesn't require a powerful CPU; ➃ Arm CPUs use less power than x86 chips, saving on utility bills; ➄ Arm NAS can be used for various tasks, including home surveillance, without requiring high power consumption.
➀ HBM4 is the key to advancing AI by providing high capacity and performance for large-scale data-intensive applications; ➁ HBM4 improves AI and ML performance through increased bandwidth and memory density, reducing bottlenecks and improving system performance; ➂ HBM4 is designed with energy efficiency in mind, achieving better performance per watt and is crucial for the sustainability of large-scale AI deployments; ➃ HBM4's scalability allows for growth without becoming too expensive or inefficient, making it crucial for deploying AI in various applications.
➀ A 30 billion parameter LLM is demonstrated with a prototype inference device equipped with 16 IBM AIU NorthPole processors, achieving a system throughput of 28,356 tokens/second and a latency below 1 ms/token; ➁ NorthPole offers 72.7 times better energy efficiency and lower latency compared to GPUs at the lowest GPU delay; ➂ NorthPole architecture is inspired by the brain, optimized for AI inference, and demonstrates superior performance in LLM推理.
➀ The rise of indoor solar cells is transforming how we power our homes and devices, aiming for sustainability and energy efficiency; ➁ Indoor solar cells efficiently harness solar power from artificial light sources, reducing carbon footprints; ➂ Technological advancements are driving the efficiency and versatility of indoor solar cells, making them suitable for various applications.
➀ Infineon Technologies AG has launched a new XENSIV PAS CO2 5V sensor to improve building energy efficiency. The sensor uses Photoacoustic Spectroscopy (PAS) technology to tailor ventilation based on real-time occupancy, reducing carbon emissions and improving indoor air quality. It is suitable for HVAC systems, room controllers, and thermostats in both commercial and residential settings. ➁ The sensor delivers real-time, accurate air quality data, with a compact size and a fast response time. It is dust-proof and complies with the WELL TM Green Building Standard. ➂ All key components of the sensor are developed internally, and it offers configuration options for power consumption management.
1. Samsung and LG Electronics showcase AI-applied appliances and robots, contributing to energy savings; 2. Home & Mobile sector highlights AI-driven energy efficiency and personalized services; 3. LG's 'ThinQ ON' and Samsung's 'Bixby' voice assistant lead the way in AI home solutions.
➀ Reversible computing is a model where the computational process is time reversible, aiming to minimize heat generation; ➁ Vaire Computing is developing near-zero energy chips using reversible computing principles; ➂ The company aims to disrupt the industry with its innovative technology.
➀ u-blox introduces CloudTrack, an end-to-end asset-tracking service that redefines the IoT landscape; ➁ The service offers ultra-low-power positioning, global connectivity, and seamless cloud integration; ➂ It provides businesses with transparent, pay-as-you-go pricing without hidden fees or concerns about data usage.