Parallel discrete event simulation on desktop grid computing infrastructures. (22nd September 2009)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Park, Alfred; Fujimoto, Richard M.
• Is Part Of: International journal of simulation and process modelling. Volume 5:Number 2(2009)
• Page Start: 157
• Page End: 171
• Publication Date: 2009-09-22
• Subjects: PDES -- parallel discrete event simulation -- desktop grids -- master-worker systems -- conservative synchronisation -- public resource computing -- metacomputing -- distributed simulation -- parallel simulation -- grid computing; Management -- Computer simulation -- Periodicals; Mathematical models -- Periodicals; Operations research -- Periodicals; Simulation methods -- Periodicals; 003.05
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1740-2123

Abstract

In contrast to traditional Parallel Discrete Event Simulation (PDES) systems using dedicated machines, an alternative master/worker approach for high throughput execution on shared computing platforms is proposed. Master/worker systems offer potential advantages over traditional PDES systems such as better support for heterogeneous machines, client-driven load balancing, fault tolerance, and execution on non-dedicated machines. We examine feasibility of executing PDES codes on master/worker systems. We characterise application properties that are important for efficient execution and define suitable performance metrics. The Aurora Parallel and Distributed Simulation System utilising the master/worker approach is described along with performance measurements in executing conservative PDES codes.