Detailed Design of the Kernel of a Real-Time Multiprocessor Operating System.

Abstract

This thesis describes the detailed design of a distributed operating system for a real-time, microcomputer based multiprocessor system. Process structuring and segmented address spaces comprise the central concepts around which this system is built. The system particularly supports applications where processing is partitioned into a set of multiple processes. One such area is that of digital signal processing for which this system has been specifically developed. The operating system is hierarchically structured to logically distribute its functions in each process. This and loop-free properties of the design allow for the physical distribution of system code and data amongst the microcomputers. In a multiprocessor configuration, this physical distribution minimizes system bus contention and lays the foundation for dynamic reconfiguration. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 01, 1980
Accession Number
ADA092301

Entities

People

  • Warren James Wasson

Organizations

  • Naval Postgraduate School

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Addressing
  • Computer Programming
  • Computer Programs
  • Computer Science
  • Computers
  • Image Processing
  • Multiprocessors
  • Operating Systems
  • Parallel Computing
  • Parallel Processing
  • Personal Computers
  • Processing Equipment
  • Segmented
  • Signal Processing
  • Software Development
  • United States
  • United States Naval Academy

Fields of Study

  • Computer science

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  • Computer Science/Computer Engineering/Data Science/Digital Signal Processing.
  • Theoretical Analysis.

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