Periodic Reporting for period 1 - Axelera Europa (A novel hardware & software platform to revolutionise artificial intelligence at the edge)
Berichtszeitraum: 2024-03-01 bis 2025-02-28
The Axelera Europa Project aims to revolutionize artificial intelligence (AI) at the edge by developing a cutting-edge hardware and software platform. The project's primary objective is to create a comprehensive and efficient AI solution that seamlessly integrates with various edge applications, addressing the increasing demand for advanced AI capabilities outside traditional data centers. This innovation aligns with the strategic need for more powerful, energy-efficient, and adaptable AI systems that can operate in diverse environments such as smart cities, Industry 4.0 and autonomous systems.
The project is driven by the rapid advancements in AI, particularly in the fields of computer vision and natural language processing. With the proliferation of new deep learning models and the growing complexity of AI tasks, there is a pressing need for a robust platform that can efficiently handle these demands while being flexible enough to accommodate future technological developments.
The Axelera Europa Project is designed to significantly impact the AI industry by providing a platform that combines high performance with energy efficiency, making it ideal for edge computing scenarios. The project's outcomes are expected to enhance the competitiveness of European technology in the global AI market, supporting the development of smart applications that require real-time processing and decision-making at the edge.
Key deliverables, such as the Europa AI-Core architecture and the Europa software platform, will set new standards for AI performance and integration, enabling more intelligent and responsive systems. The project's impact will be felt across multiple sectors, including security, retail, and industrial automation, where AI is becoming increasingly critical.
The project is driven by the rapid advancements in AI, particularly in the fields of computer vision and natural language processing. With the proliferation of new deep learning models and the growing complexity of AI tasks, there is a pressing need for a robust platform that can efficiently handle these demands while being flexible enough to accommodate future technological developments.
The Axelera Europa Project is designed to significantly impact the AI industry by providing a platform that combines high performance with energy efficiency, making it ideal for edge computing scenarios. The project's outcomes are expected to enhance the competitiveness of European technology in the global AI market, supporting the development of smart applications that require real-time processing and decision-making at the edge.
Key deliverables, such as the Europa AI-Core architecture and the Europa software platform, will set new standards for AI performance and integration, enabling more intelligent and responsive systems. The project's impact will be felt across multiple sectors, including security, retail, and industrial automation, where AI is becoming increasingly critical.
The primary focus of the Axelera Europa Project is on advancing the design and development of the Europa AI-Core architecture and the associated system-on-chip (SoC) components.
Key activities include:
Processor Architecture Definition
The Europa AI-Core architecture will be defined, focusing on supporting advanced neural networks, particularly transformers used in computer vision and natural language processing. The design will include innovative features to enhance performance and energy efficiency at the edge.
System-on-Chip (SoC) Development
Axelera AI will be designing the Europa SoC, which integrates the AI cores with other essential components, ensuring seamless operation and optimal performance. Functional verification of the SoC will be performed to validate its design.
Software Platform Development
The initial development of the Voyager SDK, which supports transformer models, is underway. This includes the creation of model optimization tools and compiler extensions to maximize the performance of AI applications on the Europa hardware.
Key activities include:
Processor Architecture Definition
The Europa AI-Core architecture will be defined, focusing on supporting advanced neural networks, particularly transformers used in computer vision and natural language processing. The design will include innovative features to enhance performance and energy efficiency at the edge.
System-on-Chip (SoC) Development
Axelera AI will be designing the Europa SoC, which integrates the AI cores with other essential components, ensuring seamless operation and optimal performance. Functional verification of the SoC will be performed to validate its design.
Software Platform Development
The initial development of the Voyager SDK, which supports transformer models, is underway. This includes the creation of model optimization tools and compiler extensions to maximize the performance of AI applications on the Europa hardware.
As the Axelera Europa Project progresses, we anticipate developing groundbreaking results that will go beyond the current state of the art. Our work is expected to culminate in new processes and products that do not currently exist within our company or the broader market. These innovations will address critical gaps in edge AI technology, particularly in supporting advanced neural networks like transformers, with unmatched performance and energy efficiency.
To ensure the successful uptake and impact of these innovations, we will identify and address key needs, including further research and development, extensive demonstration projects, and access to markets and financing. We will also focus on commercialization strategies, securing intellectual property rights, and exploring opportunities for international expansion. Additionally, we will work closely with regulatory bodies and standardization organizations to create a supportive framework that facilitates the widespread adoption of our solutions.
Ultimately, the results of this project will establish new benchmarks in the industry, positioning Axelera and our partners at the forefront of AI technology for edge computing.
To ensure the successful uptake and impact of these innovations, we will identify and address key needs, including further research and development, extensive demonstration projects, and access to markets and financing. We will also focus on commercialization strategies, securing intellectual property rights, and exploring opportunities for international expansion. Additionally, we will work closely with regulatory bodies and standardization organizations to create a supportive framework that facilitates the widespread adoption of our solutions.
Ultimately, the results of this project will establish new benchmarks in the industry, positioning Axelera and our partners at the forefront of AI technology for edge computing.