Developers: | Samara National Research University named after Academician S.P. Korolev (Aerospace University) |
Date of the premiere of the system: | August 2024 |
Branches: | Electrical and Microelectronics |
2024: Product Announcement
An experimental sample of a photonic computer capable of processing video data hundreds of times faster than traditional neural networks based on semiconductor computers was created in Russia. This became known in August 2024. The development was carried out by scientists from Samara Korolev University, and it is already ready for the first tests.
According to TASS, the assembly of the device is completed, and now it is necessary to configure, calibrate and adjust all systems. An experimental photon computer is a compact device that does not exceed the standard computer system unit in size. device is designed for processing video stream in real time with instant recognition and classification of specified objects and images. The first series of experiments with the new computer is scheduled for autumn 2024.
The photon calculator has the unique ability to process hyperspectral data - a key feature of the device, as noted by Roman Skidanov, professor at the Department of Technical Cybernetics at Samara University. Hyperspectral data representing each pixel of the image as a spectrum allows the detection of objects invisible to other means of observation. Due to the high speed of information processing close to the speed of light, the new calculator will be able to quickly and efficiently analyze large amounts of data.
In addition to speed, analog optical computing systems, which include the new photon computer, are characterized by resistance to electromagnetic interference, low power consumption and the ability to parallel data processing. The first version of the device, assembled in 2023, showed recognition accuracy at 93.75%. The new model, assembled in August 2024, uses a diode-type laser, which scientists say should improve the accuracy of image recognition.