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Dolphin Design

Dolphin Design is a prominent provider of semiconductor IP with a focus on accelerating the design of energy-efficient System-on-Chips (SoCs). Leveraging years of industry experience, the company specializes in offering IP solutions that seamlessly blend analog, digital, and mixed-signal technologies. Dolphin Design’s innovative IP platforms, such as SPEED, are engineered to address the energy efficiency demands of AIoT systems by optimizing both performance and power usage, thus facilitating smarter, more sustainable electronic devices. Based in Meylan, France, Dolphin Design stands as an industry leader in low-power design techniques and ultra-low-power SoC architectures. The company provides a comprehensive range of turnkey services and solutions that assist designers in overcoming the challenges associated with integrating more functionalities into smaller semiconductor devices. Featuring a rich ecosystem of IPs such as Power Management, Audio, and AI/Machine Learning accelerators, Dolphin Design empowers its clients to develop cutting-edge products with reduced energy consumption and enhanced functionality. Dolphin Design operates under a model that prioritizes sustainability as well as economic profitability, achieving recognition from entities like the Solar Impulse Foundation for its efforts. This certification marks Dolphin Design’s commitment to providing top-notch IP solutions that do not only excel in performance but also contribute positively to environmental conservation. The company's IP offerings are particularly lauded for their capacity to significantly reduce time-to-market while maintaining reliability and scalability for SoC applications. With a diverse portfolio, including the CHAMELEON MCU Subsystem and BAT Audio IP platform, Dolphin Design persists at the forefront of the electronics industry. The company’s relentless innovation and dedication towards creating a greener electronic world continue to drive its mission of delivering impactful, energy-efficient solutions tailored to meet the growing needs of modern interconnected devices. Read more

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BAT

The BAT audio platform from Dolphin Design is an advanced IP suite tailored for the creation of high-performance audio solutions. Catering mainly to smart speakers, hearables, and IoT applications, BAT encompasses a set of high-fidelity analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog converters (ADC/DAC) along with advanced audio codecs that exceed traditional power and performance metrics. BAT features integrated Voice Activity Detection (VAD) capabilities, distinguishing it as a suitable technology for applications demanding always-on audio processing. With a focus on configurable and adaptable digital processing mechanisms, BAT ensures seamless integration and assembly of audio devices yielding shortened time-to-market cycles and fortified performance robustness. Its configurability extends to supporting varied applications, encouraging limitless customization for reduced component power consumption while preserving sound quality at its peak. Whether it is a MEMS microphone, digital signal processing, or supporting analog and digital microphone inputs, BAT's suite is equipped with tailored solutions for a variety of audio-related challenges.

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TSMC
ADPCM
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CHAMELEON

CHAMELEON is a one-stop MCU subsystem platform developed with a focus on enabling ultra-low power operations for intelligent IoT and sensor-centric devices. The platform's architecture is uniquely event-based, supporting versatile data processing at ultra-low power levels, while allowing flexibility to switch or handle multiple CPU cores effectively. Central to its design is the integration of a fine-grained power management unit and a machine learning booster, facilitating energy-saving operation modes while still ensuring robust performance for edge AI applications. This allows CHAMELEON to serve sectors where efficient data handling and energy conservation are paramount. With readily available pre-verified architectures and compatibility with multiple cores including Cortex M-series processors, CHAMELEON is configured for seamless interoperability with Dolphin Design’s SPIDER power management systems. Its design toolchain supports the quick adaptation and customization according to specific application needs, thereby reducing both development costs and time-to-market latency.

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All Foundries
Microcontroller
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RAPTOR

RAPTOR is a Neural Processing Unit (NPU) designed specifically for energy-efficient AI and Machine Learning applications. Capable of executing deep neural networks with impressive efficiency, RAPTOR is suited for far-edge AI systems that require low power but high-performance computational capabilities. This IP features a flexible architecture accommodating up to 128 processing units, optimizing computing at the smallest power consumption threshold. RAPTOR includes a robust AI stack, facilitating the deployment of neural networks with minimized inference latency and power draw, catering particularly to artificial intelligence vis-a-vis data processing tasks. Additionally, RAPTOR is equipped with advanced SDK tools to speed up the transition from designed models in data science programs to functional applications on physical devices. Its well-engineered integration support ensures it meets diverse market demands while maintaining optimal energy parameters.

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TSMC
AI Processor
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SPIDER

The SPIDER Power Management IP platform is an advanced solution designed to streamline the creation of energy-efficient power networks for SoCs. SPIDER offers a comprehensive suite of voltage regulators, monitors, and power controllers that redefine the way energy is managed across circuits. Notably, it integrates an innovative controller generator which aids in optimizing energy distribution, and adds efficiency to the system's power functions. This platform stands out for promoting energy efficiency as a central theme in IC design by addressing the needs for smart SoC architectures. With its turnkey approach, SPIDER accelerates time-to-market, achieving power network design, verification, and integration within a mere few weeks. Its design methodology ensures predictability and standardization, which are crucial in preventing silicon failures and enhancing design efficacy. Furthermore, SPIDER supports a wide range of process nodes, allowing for personalized application configurations via a system-level power architecture utility. The platform's robust PMU design capabilities are key in adapting to diverse SoC complexities, making it the ideal choice for designers seeking maximal energy effectiveness and minimized design latency.

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Power Management
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PANTHER

PANTHER is an adaptable Digital Signal Processing (DSP) platform, uniquely engineered for balancing massive data processing needs with the lowest possible power consumption rates. Utilizing a scalable architecture, PANTHER is capable of supporting a wide array of AI-driven and traditional DSP tasks with its multi-core processing capabilities. PANTHER stands out for its ability to execute multi-threaded processing tasks efficiently, enabled by a RISC-V based architecture. This setup includes a complete software development ecosystem with extensive libraries and toolsets that facilitate the integration and deployment of versatile applications. Applications range from audio processing, including keyword spotting and scene classification, to critical industrial monitoring tasks. Its adaptability ensures it effectively manages computational tasks without exceeding energy budgets, making it indispensable for devices focusing on data-intensive applications.

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DSP Core
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