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In this paper the framework-based load distribution system FLODIS is presented. In order to reduce the overall design time, FLODIS provides a user-transparent distribution of design activities over a heterogeneous network of workstations. The distribution algorithm is mainly controlled by estimations about the required activity-specific resources that can be derived by user-defined data, recorded execution profiles and methodology information of the framework. Experimental data with several design flows and different design activities show that by the proposed distribution system the overall execution time can be distinctly reduced. Compared with conventional distribution systems an average reduction up to over 60% can be observed.
This work is supported by the ESPRIT project JESSI-COMMON-Frame (7364).
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Schubert, J., Kunzmann, A. (1995). Resource-Oriented Load Distribution in a Framework Environment. In: Rammig, F.J., Wagner, F.R. (eds) Electronic Design Automation Frameworks. IFIP — The International Federation for Information Processing. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-0-387-34880-3_14
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