Re-Configurable Electro-Optical Device for Accelerating Deep-Network Training and Inference on Small Autonomous Platforms

Abstract

: Deep networks have demonstrated immense promise for enabling autonomy. However, the current paradigm of using stream-computing hardware, like graphics processing units (GPUs), for inferring network responses is ill suited for many types of robotic platforms. Itis especially troublesome for those platforms performing long-term missions with limited battery lifetimes. Going forward, it is crucial to retain the universality and flexibility of non-linear-inference capability of deep networks while reducing their overall power requirements. Doing so will help design a new generation of intelligent robotic systems for computing at the edge In this grant,we will develop a novel electro-optical device for analog, on-platform deep learning.

Document Details

Document Type
DoD Grant Award
Publication Date
Apr 12, 2023
Source ID
N000142312363

Entities

People

  • Sanjeev J. Koppal

Organizations

  • Office of Naval Research
  • United States Navy
  • University of Florida

Tags

Fields of Study

  • Computer science

Readers

  • Parallel and Distributed Computing.
  • Theoretical Analysis.
  • Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) Autonomous Capabilities and Mission Reconnaissance.

Technology Areas

  • AI & ML
  • AI & ML - Autonomous Systems
  • AI & ML - Neural Networks
  • Autonomy