New computing nodes has been added to the Beowulf Cluster

On 18 May 2012, three computing nodes with 12x2.53 GHz Intel Xeon E5649 has been added to the Beowulf Cluster. Each node has 24 GB RAM. For more information about the new machines visit here [oracle.com].

Coast to Coast Seminar Series: "Planning and Control of Massive Networks"

Dr. David Hill

Ausgrid Chair of Electrical Engineering, University of Sydney

Date: Apr 03, 2012
Time: 2:30-3:30pm EDT
Room: 3230B Herzberg Building (via video conference)
WebSite: Click Here

Abstract

The modernization of infrastructure networks requires coordinated planning and control. Considering traffic networks and electricity grids raises similar issues on how to achieve substantial new capabilities of effectiveness and efficiency. For instance, power grids need to integrate renewable energy sources and electric vehicles. It is clear that all this can only be achieved by greater reliance on systematic planning in the presence of uncertainty and sensing, communications, computing and control on an unprecedented scale, these days captured in the term `smart grids'. This talk will outline current research on planning future grids and control of smart grids. In particular, the possible roles of network science will be emphasized and the challenges arising.