Anticipated impact of supercomputers on finite-element analysis
The author discusses the status and anticipated impact of supercomputers on finite-element analysis, the primary tool for structural analysis and also very useful in other areas of engineering analysis. The initial impact has been a significant reduction in turnaround time for large problems and the corresponding opportunity to solve heretofore unsolvable problems. The near term will see the further use of design optimization, broader use of nonlinear mechanics, and a closer link between designers and analysts because of improved computer turnaround. The supercomputers of the future are expected to offer additional challenges to today's applications systems. A primary factor in this will be the effective use of multiprocessors. Additional influence is expected as artificial intelligence matures to the point where expert systems become a reality for selected engineering and scientific disciplines. 9 references.
- Research Organization:
- Macneal-Schwendler Corp., Los Angeles, CA
- OSTI ID:
- 5082568
- Journal Information:
- Proc. IEEE; (United States), Journal Name: Proc. IEEE; (United States) Vol. 1; ISSN IEEPA
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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