Overview
The High Performance Computing Facility of the AMHRC consists of a small Linux
cluster of 128 cores on 32 nodes and one server. This computing power allows for many simulation and
calculation intensive tasks to be completed within reasonable periods of time.
The installation, primarily targeting computational fluid dynamics, includes
software packages such as CD-Adpapco's Star-CD, Ansys' CFX and Mathworks' Matlab.
The Centre's computer infrastructure further includes data storage facilities
to provide a central repository of research inputs, calculation results
and project outcomes for longer term prosperity.
The cluster was completely rebuilt in early 2009 resulting in a 4-10 times increase in
performance. Some major enhancements to the old cluster have been made, including:
Quad Core, 64 bit system software increasing throughput
Advanced Sun Grid Engine queueing system permits multiple parallel environments for
system optimisation, advanced resourcing and on-the-fly configuration, all permitting
configurations to maximise resource usage
Ganglia web based monitoring system, allowing fast and informed response to system
problems
Redhat Enterprise Linux with KDE and Gnome desktops for easier UI
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