Reconfigurable Parallel Computer Architectures for Space Applications

Abstract

In this report, we are providing a summary of the two main efforts: (i) the work done on the AFRL-UNM High-End Reconfigurable Computer (HERC), and (ii) the Adaptive Wiring Panel (AWP). The AFRL-UNM High-End Reconfigurable Computer (HERC) is a new multiprocessor architecture for use in high-performance on-board space applications. This architecture was developed to have modular and compact basic processing nodes, interconnected by high-speed communications links that aggressively embed most of their components in Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGA). We also present an approach for developing the concept of a manifold of adaptive wiring cells connected as a single overall Adaptive Wiring Panel (AWP). The main use of the AWP is related to affordable plug-and-play space applications but the concept can be used for different applications. A reconfigurable switch fabric enables dynamic routing of signals and power for space systems.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Aug 07, 2012
Accession Number
ADA565041

Entities

People

  • Marios S. Pattichis

Organizations

  • University of New Mexico

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Advanced Electronics
  • Air Platforms
  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force Research Laboratories
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Circuits
  • Computer Architecture
  • Computer Programming
  • Computers
  • Computing System Architectures
  • Data Processing
  • Data Transmission
  • Detection
  • Field Programmable Gate Arrays
  • Information Exchange
  • Kernels (Operating System)
  • Microelectromechanical Systems
  • Operating Systems
  • Space Systems
  • Spacecraft

Fields of Study

  • Computer science

Readers

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Parallel and Distributed Computing.
  • Superconducting Magnet Technology

Technology Areas

  • Space