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General models of multiprocessor systems in which processors are functionally dedicated are described. In these models, processors are divided into different types. A task can be assigned only to a processor of certain types. Clearly, the model of multiprocessor systems with identical processors is a special case of our models. These models also include the job shop problem in which there is exactly one processor of each type. Worst case performance bounds of priority-driven schedules are obtained.
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This work was supported by the National Science Foundation under Grants NSFDCR 72-03740 and NSFMCS 73-03408
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Liu, J.W.S., Liu, C.L. Performance analysis of multiprocessor systems containing functionally dedicated processors. Acta Informatica 10, 95–104 (1978). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00260927
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