Leading global technology distributor and solutions provider Avnet Asia will host the “Avnet AI Cloud Exhibition”, showcasing innovative technology, applications and solutions in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning together with its suppliers and partners. With the ability to quickly design, develop and deploy solutions, Avnet can meet the needs of a variety of application scenarios to accelerate the industrialization of artificial intelligence.
During this period, Avnet will also hold the “Avnet 2021 Artificial Intelligence Cloud Conference” on June 29, 2021. Joined by developers, engineers, and decision makers in the AI field, the summit will feature cutting-edge technology trends in artificial intelligence and machine learning, and in-depth discussions on the development, future prospects and blueprints for AI to encourage and accelerate innovation.
KS Lim, senior director of supplier management at Avnet Asia said, “MarketsandMarkets forecasts the global artificial intelligence (AI) market size to grow to over USD 300 billion by 2026, and the market in Asia Pacific is anticipated to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period. As the world’s leading technology distributor and solution provider, Avnet has a comprehensive ecosystem that provides customers with end-to-end artificial intelligence and machine learning solutions, reducing the cost and complexity of product development to enable application scenarios. We will continue to work hand in hand with our suppliers and partners to further contribute to the development and maturity of the entire AI ecosystem.”
The virtual exhibition is divided into three sections: AI smart solution demonstration area, Avnet design service demonstration area, and a partner solution demonstration area. In the AI smart solution demonstration area, participants can learn about Avnet’s various innovative technologies and industrial applications, including:
AI camera: A smart AI camera utilizing a neural network implemented in the FPGA fabric. It integrates an independent high-performance ISP camera module based on the Xilinx Zynq7020 to achieve a variety of functions, including noise reduction, wide dynamic range, light source detection, motion detection and edge enhancement function.
BlueBox AI platform: The embedded edge artificial intelligence box can perform multi-channel convolutional neural network operations. It facilitates real-time multi-channel AI functions such as face detection, passenger and traffic statistics, and license plate recognition. All functions operate independently and can work simultaneously to provide edge artificial intelligence analytic solutions. The box integrates all the above functions through the underlying Xilinx Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC to perform AI computing on demand.
ROS on Ultra96: The open source Robot Operating System (ROS) runs on the Avnet Ultra96 development board, which features the Xilinx Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC. The programmable logic part of the Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC provides deep learning acceleration capabilities, while consolidating a range of ROS functions such as control, SLAM, and navigation. The small form-factor Ultra96 single board computer running ROS makes an ideal platform for developing autonomous robots, service robots, and general purpose ROS experimentation.
