SBIR-STTR Award

Resistive Deep Learning Neuromorphic Processors
Award last edited on: 3/25/2023

Sponsored Program
SBIR
Awarding Agency
NASA : GRC
Total Award Amount
$874,792
Award Phase
2
Solicitation Topic Code
H6.22
Principal Investigator
Chris Yakopcic

Company Information

Brisk Computing LLC

1191 Red Ash Court
Centerville, OH 45458
   (412) 916-7825
   info@briskcomputing.com
   briskcomputing.com/
Location: Single
Congr. District: 10
County: Montgomery

Phase I

Contract Number: 80NSSC20C0367
Start Date: 8/24/2020    Completed: 3/1/2021
Phase I year
2020
Phase I Amount
$124,795
Artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms have many applications in satellites and are generally quite compute intensive. The objective of this work is to develop highly Size, Weight, and Power (SWaP) efficient neuromorphic processors that can run AI algorithms. We will develop resistive crossbar neuromorphic processors, with the primary target being deep learning algorithms. We plan to process various types of signals very efficiently – these include sensor and cognitive communication applications. The key outcomes of the work will be the processor design, processor performance metrics on various applications, and software for the processor. Potential NASA Applications (Limit 1500 characters, approximately 150 words) Potential NASA applications include various deep learning tasks on satellites. These include processing sensor outputs and classifying communication modulations. Additionally, the developed system be used for UAVs. Potential Non-NASA Applications (Limit 1500 characters, approximately 150 words) The non-NASA market would be primarily for edge processing, where power is highly limited. The market includes both the DoD and the commercial market. DoD applications include cognitive communications, sensor processing, and cognitive decision making. Commercial applications include communications systems, automobiles, consumer electronics, and robots.

Phase II

Contract Number: 80NSSC21C0623
Start Date: 9/24/2021    Completed: 9/23/2023
Phase II year
2021
Phase II Amount
$749,997
Artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms have many applications in satellites and are generally quite compute intensive. The objective of this work is to develop highly Size, Weight, and Power (SWaP) efficient neuromorphic processors that can run AI algorithms. We will develop resistive crossbar neuromorphic processors, with the primary target being deep learning algorithms. We plan to process various types of signals very efficiently – these include sensor and cognitive communication applications. The key outcomes of the work will be the processor design, processor performance metrics on various applications, and software for the processor. Potential NASA Applications (Limit 1500 characters, approximately 150 words): Potential NASA applications include various deep learning tasks on satellites. These include processing sensor outputs and classifying communication modulations. Additionally, the developed system be used for UAVs. Potential Non-NASA Applications (Limit 1500 characters, approximately 150 words): The non-NASA market would be primarily for edge processing, where power is highly limited. The market includes both the DoD and the commercial market. DoD applications include cognitive communications, sensor processing, and cognitive decision making. Commercial applications include communications systems, automobiles, consumer electronics, and robots. Duration: 24