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Innatera Unveils Pulsar: A Leap in Neuromorphic Computing

At the upcoming CES 2026, scheduled from January 6 to 9, Innatera will exhibit its innovative neuromorphic microcontroller, Pulsar, which has garnered acclaim for its ultra-low power intelligence capabilities. The event will take place at the Venetian Tower in Las Vegas, marking a significant moment for the company as they transition from prototype to real-world applications within just a year.

Innatera, recognized as a leading entity in the development of neuromorphic processors, highlights Pulsar as a game-changer in the realms of smart home technology, industrial IoT, wearables, and healthcare solutions. CEO Sumeet Kumar asserts that this advancement is not merely theoretical; rather, it represents tangible progress as Pulsar has already been integrated into actual products.

A Vision for the Future

Kumar emphasizes, "Last year at CES, we unveiled the world’s first neuromorphic microcontroller. Twelve months on, we return with real tangible applications of Pulsar that are enabling always-on devices focused on safety, comfort, and health. We're excited to showcase how neuromorphic computing can empower the next generation of smart devices."

Transforming Industries with Innovative Solutions

Several industry leaders are already reaping the benefits of Pulsar technology:

• - 42T has developed a motor health monitoring system utilizing spiking neural networks to analyze minuscule vibration patterns. This allows for predictive maintenance by classifying faults such as imbalance and misalignment.
• - Aaroh Labs has created intelligent smoke detection hardware that leverages radar and neuromorphic processing for enhanced human presence detection while prioritizing privacy.
• - CYRAN AI Solutions introduces ultra-low-power gesture and interaction capabilities, facilitating more intuitive user interactions for wearables and human-machine interfaces.

Jon Spratley, CEO of 42T, highlights the advantages of this partnership, stating, "By integrating our sensing expertise with Innatera's Pulsar technology, we've created a system that detects and diagnoses problems in real-time, paving the way for self-diagnosing equipment."

Pioneering New Technologies

At CES 2026, attendees can also expect to see Innatera's in-house demonstrations of new sensing technologies that include:

• - Radar-based human presence detection using Socionext radar modules.
• - Audio scene recognition and keyword spotting capabilities.
• - Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) based activity and motion inference systems.

As David Harold, a senior analyst at Jon Peddie Research, explains, "OEMs and ODMs are increasingly seeking smart solutions that maintain battery efficiency, bandwidth, and privacy. Pulsar delivers a viable path toward this goal by processing data locally, thus minimizing dependence on cloud services."

Nurturing Future Talent

Apart from collaborating with commercial partners, Innatera is also partnering with VLSI Expert to promote neuromorphic education. This initiative aims to bolster the talent pipeline for engineers specializing in neuromorphic technology. VLSI Expert will provide resources for engineers to experiment with Pulsar hardware, facilitating a quicker journey from prototype development to market-ready solutions.

Pulsar has quickly evolved from its initial silicon launch to becoming an essential component in various practical applications. The microcontroller uniquely blends Spiking Neural Networks (SNNs) with a RISC-V CPU and specialized accelerators for CNN and DSP workloads. This design enables devices to execute sensor data processing in a power-efficient manner, maintaining always-on intelligence while mitigating privacy risks.

Conclusion

As Innatera prepares for its CES 2026 showcase, the industry watches closely, eager to see how Pulsar will further revolutionize the landscape of intelligent devices. The capabilities it brings not only highlight a shift towards neuromorphic computing but also promise a future where smart technology enhances daily life seamlessly.

"We invite all interested parties to secure a private demo during CES 2026 and explore the potential of Pulsar firsthand," reaffirms Kumar.

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