Overview of Writing MPS Algorithms
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MPS algorithms are written in a
language and their development is very like developing computer programs. The
algorithm is written in a `source' file and translated to binary using the MPS
compiler (MPSL). These binary files are then downloaded to the computers local
to the accelerator which are dedicated to the MPS task. This procedure may
be iterative - until the source file compiles with no errors.
Then the algorithm can be used in a test bed environment using the MPS
Algorithm Simulator. At that stage, the algorithm can be used with fake SLC
operating conditions, and exercised through any number of scenarios. If the
algorithm is found to need further work, you can change it, recompile it, and
try the simulator on the amended files.
Finally, when you are happy with the algorithm, it can be
installed into the production SLC MPS system.
SLAC Controls Software
Fri Nov 4 11:47:17 PST 1994