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This paper explores the possibilities of advanced fifth-generation parallel computing applied to continuous-system simulation by examination of current philosophies, and their supporting hardware and software. Already these advanced techniques are being applied in simulation, and this paper examines both commercially available approaches, typified by attached array processors such as Floating Point Systems AP-120B and specialised simulation computers such as Applied Dynamics AD 10, together with more experimental projects such as ESA’s MPRS. The specific projects are preceded by a review of parallel processing which particularly refers to the requirements of on-line real-time simulation as well as presenting a general discussion of the more conventional approaches. This is followed by a detailed examination of the various approaches which have been taken to exploit parallel processing. Finally, consideration is given to the software aspects of parallel processing, in particular the implications on Continuous System Simulation Languages.
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Pearce, J.G., Holliday, P., Gray, J.O. (1986). Survey of Parallel Processing in Simulation. In: Singh, M.G., Allidina, A.Y., Daniels, B.K. (eds) Parallel Processing Techniques for Simulation. Applied Information Technology. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4684-5218-1_14
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