Ceva Extends its Smart Edge IP Leadership, Adding New TinyML NPU Family
Ceva, Inc. announced the extension of its Ceva-NeuPro family with the introduction of Ceva-NeuPro-Nano NPUs. These NPUs are designed to empower semiconductor companies and OEMs to integrate TinyML models into their SoCs for various AIoT products. TinyML involves deploying machine learning models on low-power, resource-constrained devices to bring AI capabilities to IoT.
The Ceva-NeuPro-Nano NPUs feature a fully programmable and efficient architecture that supports advanced machine learning data types and operators. They aim to address the specific performance challenges of TinyML, making AI practical for a wide range of applications such as voice, vision, predictive maintenance, and health sensing in consumer and industrial IoT.
Key Features of Ceva-NeuPro-Nano:
- Flexible and scalable NPU architecture
- Edge NPU with ultra-low memory requirements
- Ultra-low energy consumption through innovative optimization techniques
- Complete, easy-to-use AI SDK
The Ceva-NeuPro-Nano NPUs are available in two configurations - Ceva-NPN32 and Ceva-NPN64, catering to different TinyML workloads. These NPUs come with a complete AI SDK - Ceva-NeuPro Studio, supporting open AI frameworks like TensorFlow Lite for Microcontrollers and microTVM.
According to industry analyst Paul Schell, Ceva-NeuPro-Nano offers a compelling solution for on-device AI in smart edge IoT devices, enabling use-cases across various markets such as wearables, smart speakers, industrial sensors, and more.
The Ceva-NeuPro-Nano NPU family aims to unlock the potential of TinyML, enabling innovative solutions that enhance user experiences, improve efficiencies, and contribute to a smarter, more connected world.
About Ceva, Inc.
Ceva is a leading provider of silicon and software IP for Smart Edge devices, enabling connectivity, sensing, and data inference. Their wireless communications, sensing, and Edge AI technologies power advanced smart edge products, from Bluetooth and Wi-Fi platforms to scalable Edge AI NPUs and sensor fusion processors.
With a global customer base and a portfolio of IP solutions, Ceva aims to deliver outstanding performance at ultra-low power consumption. They have powered billions of smart edge products, including AI-infused wearables, IoT devices, autonomous vehicles, and 5G networks.
For more information about Ceva-NeuPro-Nano NPUs, visit https://www.ceva-ip.com/product/ceva-neupro-nano/.
