Canaan’s RISC-V based edge AIoT SoC adopted VeriSilicon’s ISP and GPU IPs
March 13 2024 - 8:00PM
Business Wire
Integrating VeriSilicon’s pixel processing IP portfolio into the
high-precision, low-latency K230 chip
VeriSilicon (688521.SH) today announced the integration of its
Image Signal Processor (ISP) IP ISP8000, DeWarp Processor IP DW200,
and 2.5D Graphics Processor Unit (GPU) IP GCNanoV into Canaan’s
K230 chip, the world’s first commercial mass production edge AIoT
chip supporting the RISC-V Vector 1.0 standard. This collaboration
marks a significant advancement in the high-precision, low-latency
edge AIoT solutions for a wide range of intelligent products, such
as large-model and multimodal input edge terminals, 3D-structured
light perception modules, interactive robots, open-source
hardwares, as well as hardwares for smart manufacturing, smart home
solutions and AI education.
VeriSilicon’s ISP8000 IP is capable of real-time processing of
three or more streams of high-definition video. Its 20-bit depth
pipeline architecture supports advanced image processing algorithms
such as triple-exposure High Dynamic Range (HDR) and 3D Noise
Reduction (3DNR). ISP8000’s optimized software collaborates
seamlessly with the RISC-V processors to efficiently manage and
schedule system resources. On the K230 chip, leveraging the
RT-Thread real-time operating system and the performance and power
advantages of the RISC-V processors, ISP8000 can perform real-time
scheduling and efficiently run software under a dual-core processor
architecture. It is perfectly compatible with the K230 Software
Development Kit (SDK), supporting RTOS and Linux dual operating
systems, achieving an optimal balance between real-time and
non-real-time operations.
VeriSilicon’s DW200 IP not only precisely corrects distortions
in wide-angle or fisheye lens, but also supports multi-channel
downscaling output through low-bandwidth direct link mode,
enriching user application scenarios, and is particularly suited
for AI applications with diverse spatial output requirements. For
MCU/MPU devices, VeriSilicon’s low-power 2.5D GPU IP delivers
high-performance and high-quality vector graphics processing
capabilities along with superior image output.
Hong-Gang Wang, VP of research and development at Canaan said,
“Leveraging VeriSilicon’s advanced pixel processing IP portfolio,
our RISC-V based K230 achieved leading performance and image
quality compared with other edge AIoT SoCs in its class. This
enables more edge device vendors to develop innovative products
with broader market applications. VeriSilicon’s ISP is one of the
key factors driving innovation in our edge AIoT SoCs.”
“RISC-V is increasingly important in embedded products. We have
partnered with all leading RISC-V CPU IP vendors to ensure our
comprehensive Glass-to-Glass (from camera-in to display-out)
intelligent pixel processing IP portfolio collaborates seamlessly
and efficiently with RISC-V architectures,” said Wei-Jin Dai,
Executive VP and GM of IP Division at VeriSilicon. “Through our
close collaboration with Canaan, the edge AIoT SoC K230 has
achieved high image quality while maintaining low power consumption
and latency. Moreover, K230 can support multiple sensors leveraging
the advanced Multi-Context Management (MCM) feature of ISP8000,
further enhancing its market competitiveness.”
About Canaan Inc.
Canaan Inc. (Nasdaq: CAN) is a leading provider of
high-performance ASIC chips. With a diversified strategy centered
on “blockchain + AI”, Canaan is dedicated to the research and
development of high-performance ASIC computing chips, AI chips, and
devices. As a Nasdaq-listed company, Canaan holds the distinction
of being the world’s “first blockchain stock company” and the
initial Chinese firm with independent intellectual property in AI
chips to be listed in the US. Canaan is committed to harnessing
ASIC technology to achieve its mission of “Super Computing Is What
We Do, Social Enrichment is Why We Do”, positioning itself as a
leader in high-performance computing for blockchain and AI.
For more information, please visit: canaan.io
About VeriSilicon
VeriSilicon is committed to providing customers with
platform-based, all-around, one-stop custom silicon services and
semiconductor IP licensing services leveraging its in-house
semiconductor IP. For more information, please visit:
www.verisilicon.com
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