Development of a Real Time System in Algol 68.

Mander, K. C.; Brailsford, David F.

Abstract

For various reasons, many Algol 68 compilers do not directly implement the parallel processing operations defined in the Revised Algol 68 Report. It is still possible however, to perform parallel processing, multitasking and simulation provided that the implementation permits the creation of a master routine for the coordination and initiation of processes under its control. The package described here is intended for real time applications and runs in conjunction with the Algol 68R system; it extends and develops the original Algol 68RT package, which was designed for use with multiplexers at the Royal Radar Establishment, Malvern. The facilities provided, in addition to the synchronising operations, include an interface to an ICL Communications Processor enabling the abstract processes to be realised as the interaction of several teletypes or visual display units with a real time program providing a useful service.

Citation

Mander, K. C., & Brailsford, D. F. Development of a Real Time System in Algol 68. Presented at Applications of Algol 68

• Conference Name: Applications of Algol 68
• Publication Date: Jan 1, 1975
• Deposit Date: Nov 28, 2005
• Publicly Available Date: Oct 9, 2007
• Peer Reviewed: Peer Reviewed
• Keywords: Algol68, Algol68RT, semaphores, realtime programming, ICL 1900 series, conceptual multiplexers
• Public URL: https://nottingham-repository.worktribe.com/output/1025775
• Additional Information: Rebuilt version of this accepted paper created from the original typescript