indie Semiconductor has recently released its new edge AI SoC called iND881. This cutting-edge technology is intended to be used as a platform for smart camera systems in autonomous automobiles and robotics. Thanks to a combination of powerful AI functionality and indie Semiconductor’s low-latency multi-camera ISP, this innovative system provides an effective and scalable solution for real-time perception and decision-making. The chip includes an integrated Neural Processing Unit (NPU), a flexible Digital Signal Processor (DSP), and a quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 CPU, which creates a balance between acceleration of the AI load, execution of signal-processing tasks, and compatibility with modern operating systems and legacy software. The iND881 is optimized for low power consumption and fast processing, making it perfect for ADAS, including DMS/OMS, smart eMirrors with blind spot detection, as well as intelligent camera deployment on autonomous mobile robots and humanoid robotics.
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Moreover, the SoC possesses a high dynamic range ISP with a sub-1 millisecond latency in processing, multi-channel video streaming, and integration of different types of sensing – infrared, thermal imaging, radar, LiDAR, and time-of-flight sensors. “With the launch of iND881, we are not only expanding our portfolio but realizing the exciting and expansive opportunities in edge AI markets such as automotive and humanoid robotics,” said Fred Jarrar, senior vice president, product line and business management at indie. “By offering our industry-leading SoC solution as an independent platform or combining it with indie’s emotion3D AI perception software, we are truly differentiating ourselves as a complete solutions provider, while providing customers the flexibility to choose their preferred design approach.”
