Laser Processing Units Could Challenge CPUs, GPUs, and Quantum

Laser Processing Units Could Challenge CPUs, GPUs, and Quantum

When it comes to computing breakthroughs, Laser Processing Units could give traditional CPUs, GPUs and quantum computers a run for their money – but don’t expect them to run Windows anytime soon . LightSolver, a Tel Aviv-based startup, has unveiled a cutting-edge Laser Processing Unit (LPU) that’s designed to handle some of the most complex physics and engineering problems at lightning speed. Image credit: LightSolver Unlike traditional chips, which are limited by processor and memory bottlenecks, LPUs use light itself to process and store data. This unique approach could redefine how high-performance computing evolves in the next decade. What Makes Laser Processing Units Different? LightSolver’s LPU doesn’t rely on transistors or superconducting qubits. Instead, it uses a grid of lasers working in perfect unison. This setup allows it to directly solve partial differential equations , a cornerstone in physics and engineering simulations. By sidestepping the limitations of CPUs, GPUs, and eve…