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Evaluation of existing and proposed computer architectures for future ground-based systemsParallel processing architectures and techniques used in current supercomputers are described and projections are made of future advances. Presently, the von Neumann sequential processing pattern has been accelerated by having separate I/O processors, interleaved memories, wide memories, independent functional units and pipelining. Recent supercomputers have featured single-input, multiple data stream architectures, which have different processors for performing various operations (vector or pipeline processors). Multiple input, multiple data stream machines have also been developed. Data flow techniques, wherein program instructions are activated only when data are available, are expected to play a large role in future supercomputers, along with increased parallel processor arrays. The enhanced operational speeds are essential for adequately treating data from future spacecraft remote sensing instruments such as the Thematic Mapper.
Document ID
19860028202
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Schulbach, C.
(NASA Ames Research Center Moffett Field, CA, United States)
Date Acquired
August 12, 2013
Publication Date
October 1, 1985
Subject Category
Computer Systems
Report/Patent Number
AIAA PAPER 85-3018
Accession Number
86A12940
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
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