Day: August 13, 2014

IBM Research: Neurosynaptic chips

by Paul, posted in News Snippets that catch my eye

IBM Research: Neurosynaptic chips.

IBM built a new chip with a brain-inspired computer architecture powered by an unprecedented 1 million neurons and 256 million synapses. It is the largest chip IBM has ever built at 5.4 billion transistors, and has an on-chip network of 4,096 neurosynaptic cores. Yet, it only consumes 70mW during real-time operation — orders of magnitude less energy than traditional chips.

Product Safety Recall: Officeworks Ltd—Insystem Power Pack USB Wall Charger

by Paul, posted in Product Safety, Recalls

Product description: A USB charger that plugs into a wall socket.

Identifying features: Packaging Code: BR094780Model No.: MS10071223

What are the defects? In some instances the USB charger can overheat which can cause the casing to melt allowing access to live circuits.

What are the hazards? The defect could result in electrical shock, fire or serious injury.

via Officeworks Ltd—Insystem Power Pack USB Wall Charger.