SMRTR Science & EngineeringMay 19, 2025Interesting Engineering

Brain-inspired AI chip uses 100 times less energy to power devices; works offline

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German scientists have developed AI Pro, a brain-inspired chip that performs real-time calculations on-device without internet connectivity. The chip uses hyperdimensional computing to learn by recognizing patterns, consuming up to 10 times less energy than conventional AI chips. It offers complete data privacy and on-device intelligence, with potential applications in healthcare, robotics, and autonomous navigation. The prototype costs $33,700 but isn't ready for mass production yet.

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