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Nvidia Boosts Siemens EDA Tools with GPUs
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Nvidia is collaborating with Siemens to enhance the performance of Siemens’ electronic design automation (EDA) software by utilizing Nvidia's GPUs. This partnership aims to accelerate the chip-design process, which has become increasingly computationally demanding due to the complexity of modern chips with smaller features and more transistors. Additionally, Nvidia and Siemens plan to develop digital twins, which are virtual models of physical systems, to simulate and test chip functionality before physical production. This collaboration could significantly streamline the chip development process, making it more efficient and cost-effective.
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CFS Installs First Magnet in Sparc Fusion Reactor
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Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS) has installed the first magnet in its Sparc fusion reactor, marking a significant step towards achieving fusion power. The reactor's 18 magnets will form a doughnut-like shape to confine superheated plasma, aiming to produce more energy than consumed. CFS is collaborating with Nvidia and Siemens to create a digital twin of the reactor, allowing for real-time simulations to optimize performance. With nearly $3 billion raised, including substantial investments from tech giants, CFS is racing to bring fusion power to the grid, potentially revolutionizing clean energy production. This matters because successful fusion power could provide a nearly limitless and clean energy source, transforming global energy systems.