S-1 Project: developing high-performance digital computers. [Multiprocessor with ten times power of Cray-1]

Conference · Tue Dec 11 04:00:00 EST 1979

OSTI ID:5518920

Widdoes, Jr, L C

A multiprocessor (the S-1) with at least ten times the computational power of the Cray-1 is being designed and implemented. The first step is to develop a general-purpose uniprocessor with a performance level comparable to the Cray-1; the multiprocessor will then be made up of 16 of these uniprocessors, sharing a main memory. The uniprocessors can be used together for large problems or separately for several smaller problems. To reduce average memory-access time, each uniprocessor has a private cache memory. A powerful design system (SCALD) that supports extremely efficient structured design of digital logic was also developed. Using advanced compiler and verification techniques, SCALD can complete the details of a computer design starting from a high-level specification. 5 figures, 1 table.

• Research Organization: California Univ., Livermore (USA). Lawrence Livermore Lab.
• DOE Contract Number: W-7405-ENG-48
• OSTI ID: 5518920
• Report Number(s): UCRL-83702; CONF-800201-5
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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ELECTRONIC CIRCUITS
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ISOLATED VALUES
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