Deploying Open Source Vision Language Models (VLM) on Jetson

Vision-Language Models (VLMs) represent an advancement in AI by integrating visual perception with semantic reasoning, allowing for complex environmental interactions using natural language. The tutorial details the deployment of the NVIDIA Cosmos Reasoning 2B model across the NVIDIA Jetson device range, including the AGX Thor, AGX Orin, and Orin Nano Super, using the vLLM framework. These devices, optimized for physical AI and robotics applications, facilitate the efficient runtime necessary for leading open-source models. The guide provides a step-by-step process for setting up the model and connecting it with the Live VLM WebUI for interactive, real-time AI analysis via webcam interface. The tutorial addresses prerequisites, installation, configuration, and troubleshooting, emphasizing the adaptability of these models for edge device deployment and their potential for vision AI applications.