AI-Focused Hardware

'AI-Focused Hardware' presents a comprehensive exploration of specialized hardware architectures driving modern artificial intelligence systems. The book masterfully bridges the gap between traditional computing limitations and the demanding requirements of AI applications by examining three crucial areas: neural processing units (NPUs), AI-optimized memory architectures, and quantum computing implementations for machine learning.

Through a well-structured progression, the text begins with the historical evolution from general-purpose processors to specialized AI hardware, establishing a foundation for understanding current innovations. The book's unique value lies in its practical approach, offering detailed schematics and architecture diagrams that practitioners can directly implement.

Notable insights include the crucial role of processing-in-memory systems in overcoming traditional memory bottlenecks and the practical applications of tensor processing units in modern AI workloads. The content maintains accessibility while delving into complex technical concepts, making it valuable for both hardware engineers and AI practitioners.

Each section builds upon the previous, moving from fundamental NPU design principles through advanced memory hierarchies, and culminating in practical quantum computing applications. The inclusion of real-world implementation cases, performance metrics, and comparative analyses from major hardware manufacturers provides readers with concrete evidence supporting the book's central argument that purpose-built hardware architectures are essential for advancing AI capabilities.

© 2025 Publifye (E-bog): 9788233939304

Oversættere: AI

Release date

E-bog: 6. januar 2025