Cluster Computers and Grid Automata

摘要

A new model for computers and networks is developed and studied. The model has the two-folded form: a grid array, which gives a direct representation for different kinds of computers and networks and its theoretical counterpart, a grid automaton. Grid arrays are aimed at computeretwork design, description, verification, adaptation, maintenance, and reusability. Grid automata are aimed at the development of a theoretical technique for computeretwork studies. Different properties of grid arrays and automata are obtained, demonstrating their usefulness for computers and their applications.