Re: Roadrunner Supercomputer using 12,960 CELL Processors Hits 1

Robert Redelmeier wrote:
> Multi-CPU clusters are still being built.  Imagine being able
> to simulate vehicle collisions -- designers would be able
> to determine where metal could be added or other changes to
> improve occupant survival.

No need to imagine this:

We have operated a Linux cluster for nearly 5 years now that Hydro (the 
Aluminium company) uses to simulate the energy transfer/structure 
deformation that happens when a (s****ts) car using one of their 
aluminium frames with integrated "crash box" structures get into an 
accident.

Yes, it is a _lot_ cheaper than running real crash tests, even though 
you still have to verify the theoretical results before the car will be 
certified for road use.

Terje

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