Abstract

This thesis investigates the buffering requirements of the data pipeline for the Advanced Particle-astrophysics Telescope gamma-ray telescope. Given the importance and stochastic arrivals of astronomical signals, it is crucial to ensure that each gamma-ray signal is fully buffered to prevent data loss. To achieve this, FIFOs are inserted into the data processing pipeline to prevent bottlenecks during data packet processing. Buffers play a critical role in regulating data flow, preventing data loss, and ensuring efficient data processing. They act as temporary storage areas, absorbing data surges and releasing it steadily, thus maintaining the pipeline’s optimal performance. In general, buffer integration significantly enhances the stability and reliability of a data processing system. The use of buffers ensures the integrity and timeliness of critical astronomical signals, pro- viding reliable data support for subsequent investigation. This thesis uses discrete-event simulation models to assess the buffering requirements for a prototype gamma-ray telescope computational pipeline, ADAPT, the Antarctic Demonstrator for the Advanced Particle- astrophysics Telescope.

Committee Chair

Roger Chamberlain (Computer Science & Engineering)

Committee Members

James Buckley, Chuan Wang

Degree

Master of Science (MS)

Author's Department

Electrical & Systems Engineering

Author's School

McKelvey School of Engineering

Document Type

Thesis

Date of Award

Fall 12-14-2024

Language

English (en)

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