Body of Knowledge for Graphics Processing Units (GPUs)

Wyrwas, Edward

关键词: ELECTRONIC PACKAGING;    COMPUTER GRAPHICS;    TECHNOLOGY ASSESSMENT;    CENTRAL PROCESSING UNITS;    TEST EQUIPMENT;    SINGLE EVENT UPSETS;    RADIATION TOLERANCE;    SEMICONDUCTORS (MATERIALS);   

RP-ID  :  NEPP-BOK-2018,2018-561-NEPP,GSFC-E-DAA-TN60884

学科分类：电子与电气工程

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来源: NASA Technical Reports Server

【 摘 要 】

Graphics Processing Units (GPU) have emerged as a proven technology that enables high performance computing and parallel processing in a small form factor. GPUs enhance the traditional computer paradigm by permitting acceleration of complex mathematics and providing the capability to perform weighted calculations, such as those in artificial intelligence systems. Despite the performance enhancements provided by this type of microprocessor, there exist tradeoffs in regards to reliability and radiation susceptibility, which may impact mission success. This report provides an insight into GPU architecture and its potential applications in space and other similar markets. It also discusses reliability, qualification, and radiation considerations for testing GPUs.