Fraunhofer Group for Microelectronics in cooperation with the Leibniz institutes IHP and FBH
The European Processor Initiative (EPI) brings together 27 partners from a total of ten European countries intending to develop a powerful General Purpose Processor (GPP) for universal computing tasks and highly efficient accelerator processors.
Together, they are designing the first high-performance computing systems for chips and accelerator units. Both elements will be implemented and validated in a prototype, forming the basis for an exascale supercomputer based on European technology.
The EPI processors particularly support applications in scientific computing (weather forecasts, physical simulations, etc.) and data analysis. Deep learning methods, such as autonomous driving, will also be used in other important markets. The central aim is to build up expertise across the entire value chain.
This forms a central pillar for the EU's independence in high-end chip designs and HPC. In terms of technology, energy efficiency, in particular, is a decisive target. Special accelerator types are being developed here to support simulation and deep-learning applications.
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