Waymo Sensor Fusion ASIC: Why FP4 Precision is Abandoned
bookwormengr · x · 2026-08-25
At Hot Chips 2026, Waymo shared deep insights into their sensor fusion ASIC design. A key takeaway is their decision to avoid FP4 arithmetic precision, as it results in significant loss of information gained from sensors. This highlights the critical need for information fidelity in self-driving applications.
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