The hum of powerful machinery. That’s the sound of the High Performance Computing Center Stuttgart. Right here before us stands a giant of modern science. A place where innovation thrives. The High Performance Computing Center Stuttgart or HLRS for short. It’s not just a building. It’s a vital research institution. A founding member of the Gauss Centre for Supercomputing.
Established in 1996. It’s Germany’s first national high-performance computing center. It built on a strong supercomputing tradition at the University of Stuttgart going back to 1959. HLRS provides state-of-the-art services. It caters to academic users and industry. Imagine the sheer processing power. One of Europe’s most powerful supercomputers operates within these walls.
Hawk. That’s the name of its flagship installation. A HPE Apollo 9000 system. It boasts a peak performance of 26 PFLOPS. That’s petaFLOPS. A truly staggering number. It replaced the Cray XC40 system called Hazel Hen. Hazel Hen provided a respectable 74 PFLOPS peak performance. But Hawk is a significant leap forward. HLRS is always pushing the boundaries. Always seeking to improve.
But HLRS is more than just its powerful hardware. It offers advanced training in HPC programming and simulation. Researchers at HLRS conduct groundbreaking research. They tackle key problems facing the future of supercomputing. They contribute to advancements in various fields. Think medicine. Think environmental science. Think energy research.
This place isn’t just about numbers and calculations. It’s about pushing the limits of what’s possible. It’s about collaborative efforts. It’s about shaping a better future.Through its public-private partnerships. HLRS makes its resources accessible to industry. Companies like Porsche and T-Systems have benefited from this collaboration. The Automotive Simulation Center Stuttgart ASCS is a prime example. It’s a platform for pre-competitive research. It brings together automotive manufacturers. It brings together suppliers computer manufacturers and software firms. Together they work toward improving mobility for everyone.
The High Performance Computing Center Stuttgart has a rich history. A history of innovation. A history of pushing boundaries. From its humble beginnings in 1996 to its current status as a European leader. HLRS has consistently been at the forefront. It is a testament to the dedication and hard work of countless researchers. It is a beacon of scientific progress for Germany and beyond. As we stand here. Let us appreciate this remarkable achievement. A testament to human ingenuity. A testament to the power of collaboration. And a glimpse into the future of computing.