Quadric

Quadric is at the forefront of providing cutting-edge silicon IP solutions tailored for artificial intelligence and machine learning applications across various industries. Their standout technology, the Chimera General Purpose Neural Processing Unit (GPNPU), is engineered to deliver robust AI performance by running complex C++ code, avoiding the need to split tasks among multiple processors. This streamlined approach not only eases integration but also enhances developer productivity by handling AI inference workloads seamlessly. The flexibility of Chimera GPNPU extends to support all existing and emerging AI models, making it an indispensable tool for diverse application domains, including automotive and large-scale language models. Quadric focuses on providing a unified hardware and software architecture that is versatile enough to accommodate both matrix and scalar operations efficiently. Their Chimera GPNPU can scale from 1 to an impressive 864 TOPS, accommodating a plethora of AI models, from traditional convolutional neural networks to the latest vision transformers and large language models. This adaptability makes the technology future-proof, minimizing the risk as AI continues to evolve at a rapid pace. At the heart of Quadric's offerings is a commitment to enhancing on-device AI computing. By unifying AI inference with traditional DSP and control code processing, they enable simpler system design, performance optimization, and a longer lifecycle for semiconductor products. Their solutions are particularly valued in high-performance, safety-critical environments like automotive systems, where reliability and scalability are crucial. The company’s innovations are encapsulated within a developer-friendly environment, providing tools like the Chimera SDK and DevStudio to streamline the development and deployment of AI models. Read more