FerroNEXT - Ferroelectric Neuromorphic Extended Testing

Project objectives

The project pursues the following central objectives:

1. Development of specialized test routines/test protocols to measure analog memory states as well as imprint and long-term stability (retention). These measures promote a better understanding of the reliability characterization of hardware-based AI.
2. Increasing the measurement speed to perform cycle stability measurements at frequencies above 100 kHz. This makes it possible to align measurements closer to the real performance requirements in the application area of AI systems.
3. Standardization of test and calibration methods to ensure better comparability between different test systems and solutions.

Innovations and benefits

FerroNEXT aims to standardize the test methods for neuromorphic devices and thus increase the efficiency and reliability in the characterization of these technologies. Through the close cooperation between aixACCT Systems GmbH and Fraunhofer IPMS, application-oriented test systems are being developed that accelerate the development process and increase the reliability of neuromorphic systems.

Market potential
The results of the project are not only important for research, but also offer great potential for applications in the field of edge computing. FerroNEXT aims to develop a laboratory system that is specifically designed for research and development purposes and can form the basis for future commercial products.