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Product overview
3.4 Functions
Principle of operation
The TM NPU enables the evaluation of input data, such as video and process data, through
neural networks.
The data of connected sensors (e.g. cameras) as well as data from the CPU user program, is
processed at high speed in the TM NPU over neural networks. The TM NPU transmits the
processing result via the backplane bus to the CPU which then evaluates the data in the user
program.
A typical area of application is a visual quality check in production plants.
Advantages
• Less programming and engineering work
• Design of flexible and precise production processes
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Technology Module TM NPU
Equipment Manual, 09/2020, A5E46384784-AA