6.3.1. IBM's TrueNorth Chip

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the main function of the TrueNorth Chip?

   Hint

   Think about its application in AI.

2. 2.

   How many neurons does TrueNorth consist of?

   Hint

   Look for the number related to 'neurons' in the text.

3. 3.

   What type of computation does the TrueNorth Chip optimize for?

   • Sequential processing
   • Parallel processing
   • Batch processing

   Hint

   Consider how the chip mimics brain function.

4. 4.

   TrueNorth Chip is known for its energy consumption of:

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Recall the power figure mentioned in the section.

5. 5.

   Evaluate the potential future impact of neuromorphic chips like TrueNorth on industries reliant on real-time data processing.

   Hint

   Think about applications in daily life and how AI can benefit from improved processing speeds.

6. 6.

   Analyze how the architecture of TrueNorth might influence future AI development and efficiency improvements.

   Hint

   Consider the limitations of current processing methods and how neuromorphic designs change that.