Kevin Van Horn

Title: Kevin Van Horn - Innovator in Massively Parallel Computing

Introduction

Kevin Van Horn is a notable inventor based in Mountain View, CA (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of computer systems, particularly in massively parallel computing. With a total of 2 patents to his name, his work has had a profound impact on the efficiency and speed of computer processing.

Latest Patents

His latest patents include a scalable processor to processor and processor to I/O interconnection. This invention discloses a massively parallel computer system featuring a global router network. The design incorporates spatially distributed pipeline registers to enhance the messaging speed of the global router network. Additionally, the global router network includes an expansion tap for processor to I/O messaging, ensuring that I/O messaging bandwidth matches interprocessor messaging bandwidth. The route-opening message packet consists of protocol bits treated homogeneously with steering bits, along with redundant address bits that provide a multiple-crossbars personality to router chips within the global router network. Furthermore, the invention outlines a structure and method for spatially supporting the processors of the massively parallel system and the global router network.

Career Highlights

Kevin Van Horn has worked at Maspar Computer Corporation, where he has been instrumental in advancing the company's technological capabilities. His innovative approach has positioned him as a key player in the development of high-performance computing solutions.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Kevin has