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Approaching the ‘lookup singularity’: Introducing Lasso and Jolt - a16z crypto

Abstract a16z crypto introduces Lasso and Jolt, a powerful combination of novel zero-knowledge proof (ZKP) systems designed to drastically improve computational efficiency. Lasso is a breakthrough approach to lookup arguments, significantly reducing the

By Admin 10 Aug 2023 • 2 min read •

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PPU: Design and Implementation of a Pipelined Full Posit Processing Unit

Abstract This paper presents the design and integration of a Pipelined Full Posit Processing Unit (FPPU) into the low-power Ibex RISC-V core, leveraging the modular RISC-V ISA to enable customized posit arithmetic instructions.

By Admin 7 Aug 2023 • 2 min read •

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SoftFlow: Automated HW-SW Confidentiality Verification for Embedded Processors

Abstract SoftFlow is a novel Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tool designed to automate the confidentiality verification of sensitive data across the hardware-software boundary in embedded processors. It identifies whether specific software exploits existing

By Admin 4 Aug 2023 • 2 min read •

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SafeLS: Toward Building a Lockstep NOEL-V Core

Abstract This paper presents SafeLS, an extension designed to integrate lockstep capabilities into Gaisler's NOEL-V RISC-V core for use in safety-critical systems. Lockstep architecture is employed to prevent Common Cause Failures

By Admin 28 Jul 2023 • 1 min read •

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SafeTI Traffic Injector Enhancement for Effective Interference Testing in Critical Real-Time Systems

Abstract Safety-critical systems utilizing powerful multicores must rigorously validate mutual interference arising from shared hardware resources. This paper introduces significant enhancements to the SafeTI traffic injector, including internal pipelining for higher-rate injection and

By Admin 28 Jul 2023 • 2 min read •

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Rock paper scissors: ASRock midrange A770 looks good - Jon Peddie Research

Originally published on Google News - RISC-V Research Rock paper scissors: ASRock midrange A770 looks good  Jon Peddie Research

By Admin 24 Jul 2023 •

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Envisioning a Safety Island to Enable HPC Devices in Safety-Critical Domains

Abstract High Performance Computing (HPC) devices are increasingly required for autonomous systems, yet they often lack adequate, standardized support for safety-critical operations. This paper proposes a novel 'Safety Island' concept designed

By Admin 21 Jul 2023 • 2 min read •

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Towards a RISC-V Open Platform for Next-generation Automotive ECUs

Abstract This paper presents a mixed-criticality, multi-OS architecture designed for next-generation automotive Electronic Control Units (ECUs) based on open hardware and open-source technologies. The heterogeneous platform utilizes a RISC-V processor running safety-critical AUTOSAR

By Admin 9 Jul 2023 • 2 min read •

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A 3 TOPS/W RISC-V Parallel Cluster for Inference of Fine-Grain Mixed-Precision Quantized Neural Networks

Abstract This work introduces Flex-V, a novel RISC-V parallel cluster designed for highly energy-efficient inference of fine-grain mixed-precision Quantized Neural Networks (QNNs) in demanding IoT environments. The architecture integrates custom fused Mac&

By Admin 3 Jul 2023 • 2 min read •

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It only took five hours for an AI model to design a functional computer - qz.com

Abstract An AI model successfully designed a functional computer architecture in an astonishingly short period of just five hours. This accomplishment highlights a significant leap in automated Electronic Design Automation (EDA), dramatically compressing

By Admin 3 Jul 2023 • 1 min read •

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Chinese Researchers Used AI to Design RISC-V CPU in Under 5 Hours - Tom's Hardware

Abstract Chinese researchers successfully utilized Artificial Intelligence to design a functional RISC-V CPU architecture, dramatically compressing the development timeline. This foundational design task, which typically requires extensive manual effort, was reportedly completed in

By Admin 30 Jun 2023 • 2 min read •

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Chinese Researchers Used AI to Design RISC-V CPU in Under 5 Hours - Tom's Hardware

Originally published on Google News - RISC-V Research Chinese Researchers Used AI to Design RISC-V CPU in Under 5 Hours  Tom's Hardware AI Analysis Key Highlights * Record Speed: An operational RISC-V

By Admin 30 Jun 2023 • 1 min read •