Vision Processing Unit (VPU)
Computer Vision; Computational Infrastructure
noun phrase
Definition: A specialized microprocessor or AI accelerator optimized for computer-vision and image-processing workloads, especially low-power inference on edge devices [Intel].
Example in context: “The OAK-D Module is driven by the Intel Myriad X VPU (vision processing unit) and powered by USB type-C from the host computer.” [Haydar et al. 2023]
Synonyms: VPU; vision processor
Related terms: AI accelerator; vision accelerator; edge inference chip; Movidius Myriad X