Cambricon Technologies has been granted a patent for a data processing apparatus that enhances the efficiency of neural network operations. The invention includes a control module with instruction caching, processing, and storage queue units. The method improves the operation efficiency of related products by optimizing neural network model operations. GlobalData’s report on Cambricon Technologies gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.

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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Cambricon Technologies, User journey analytics was a key innovation area identified from patents. Cambricon Technologies's grant share as of January 2024 was 20%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.

Data processing method for managing tensor data descriptors

Source: United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Credit: Cambricon Technologies Corp Ltd

A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11886880B2) discloses a data processing method that involves managing descriptors to indicate the shape of tensor data. The method includes determining a descriptor management instruction, obtaining a management parameter for the descriptor, allocating storage areas for the descriptor and tensor data, and executing the instruction to interact with the allocated storage areas. The patent details various aspects of descriptor management, including registration, content determination, and release based on identifiers, shapes of tensor data, and content of the descriptors.

Furthermore, the patent extends to a data processing apparatus and an artificial intelligence chip incorporating the described method for efficient management of descriptors. The apparatus includes a control circuit that determines descriptor management instructions, obtains management parameters, allocates storage areas, and executes the instructions to interact with the allocated storage areas. The artificial intelligence chip, in turn, leverages the descriptor management method for tasks related to registering descriptors, determining content storage areas, and releasing descriptors based on identifiers. The patent also envisions the integration of the artificial intelligence chip into electronic devices and hoard cards, emphasizing the chip's role in data storage, interface implementation, and external equipment communication, with a dedicated control device monitoring the chip's status.

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