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Distance-two interpolation for parallel algebraic multigrid

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In this paper we study the use of long distance interpolation methods with the low complexity coarsening algorithm PMIS. AMG performance and scalability is compared for classical as well as long distance interpolation methods on parallel computers. It is shown that the increased interpolation accuracy largely restores the scalability of AMG convergence factors for PMIS-coarsened grids, and in combination with complexity reducing methods, such as interpolation truncation, one obtains a class of parallel AMG methods that enjoy excellent scalability properties on large parallel computers.

Research Organization:
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL), Livermore, CA
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE
DOE Contract Number:
W-7405-ENG-48
OSTI ID:
910210
Report Number(s):
UCRL-PROC-231994
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

References (2)

BoomerAMG: A parallel algebraic multigrid solver and preconditioner journal April 2002
Reducing Complexity in Parallel Algebraic Multigrid Preconditioners journal January 2006

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