Cornell's Microwave Brain: An Analog Chip Revolutionizing AI
Researchers at Cornell University have unveiled a groundbreaking analog chip, dubbed the "microwave brain," capable of simultaneously processing ultrafast data and wireless communication signals. Unlike traditional digital computers, this chip leverages the physics of microwaves to mimic the human brain's neuronal pattern recognition and learning, achieving higher efficiency with lower power consumption. Operating at tens of gigahertz with a mere 200 milliwatts, it boasts 88% accuracy in classifying wireless signals. Its compact size allows integration into smartwatches and phones, enabling AI capabilities without cloud connectivity. Further applications include enhanced hardware security, anomaly detection in wireless communication, and improved radar and radio signal processing.