KUCHING: Sarawak has unveiled the Edge AI Power Converter, the world’s first artificial intelligence or AI-based power conversion device.
Known as “Keteq AI”, the pioneering device is designed to detect, predict and autonomously correct system anomalies in real-time, all within less than one-tenth of a millisecond, according to Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg.
“It represents a major leap forward in the field of power electronics and control system optimisation, pushing the boundaries of what is possible.
“With wide-ranging applications across smart grids, electric vehicles, autonomous systems, industrial Internet of Things (IoT), predictive maintenance, and mission-critical control systems, the AI power converter is being designed for scalability, energy efficiency and ultra-fast responsiveness.
“It will address some of the most critical needs of the industries,” he added at the launch of Keteq AI at Compound Semiconductor Application (CSA) Catapult Innovation Centre in Newport, the United Kingdom yesterday.
He also witnessed the signing of a memorandum of understanding between Sarawak’s SMD Semiconductor and CSA Catapult, whose collaboration resulted in the development of the Keteq AI prototype.
Edge AI refers to the deployment of AI algorithms or AI models directly on local edge devices, such as sensors or IoT devices to enable real-time data processing and analysis without relying on cloud infrastructure.
Abang Johari said for its infrastructure, the Sarawak semiconductor strategic framework includes the proposed development of a semiconductor park, research and development facilities as well as specialised industrial zones.
“Strategic locations like the Sama Jaya high tech park in Kuching have already established themselves as key nodes in the global semiconductor value chain, hosting international companies such as XFAB, a leading player in wafer fabrication and Melexis, a global name in analog and digital integrated circuit (IC) testing and sensor solutions.
“The park is also rapidly emerging as a hub for semiconductor manufacturing with upcoming advanced packaging facilities, further strengthening Sarawak’s position as a high-value, innovative-driven destination in the global semiconductor ecosystem,” he added.
The Premier said in education and talent development, Sarawak has begun nurturing a homegrown pipeline of IC designers, test engineers and semiconductors specialists.
