ADVANCES IN HIGH-PERFORMANCE COMPUTING FOR ENGINEERING SIMULATIONS

Authors

  • Imran Ali Department of Computer Engineering, University of Lahore, Lahore, Pakistan
  • Sarah Shahid Faculty of Engineering and Technology, Aga Khan University, Karachi, Pakistan.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.66238/jaeee3

Keywords:

High-Performance Computing, Engineering Simulations, Parallel Computing, GPU Acceleration

Abstract

High-Performance Computing (HPC) has revolutionized engineering simulations by enabling the modeling and analysis of complex systems with unprecedented accuracy and speed. This paper presents a comprehensive review of recent advances in HPC technologies tailored for engineering simulations, focusing on algorithmic improvements, hardware architectures, parallel computing paradigms, and software frameworks. Particular emphasis is placed on the application of HPC in fluid dynamics, structural analysis, and multiphysics simulations. The integration of GPU acceleration, cloud-based HPC services, and emerging quantum computing paradigms is also explored. Two key case studies involving large-scale finite element analysis and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations highlight performance gains achieved through optimized HPC strategies. The findings indicate that leveraging the latest HPC advancements can significantly reduce computation time while maintaining simulation fidelity, thereby fostering innovation and efficiency in engineering disciplines.

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Published

2025-04-30