Ian Buckner <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote in message
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> "Glen Barnett" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote in message
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> > Ian Buckner wrote:
> > >
> > > We generate pairs of properly distributed Gaussian variables at
> > > down to 10nsec intervals, essential in the application. Speed can
> > > be an issue, particularly in real time situations.
> >
> > Generated on what? (On a fast enough machine, even clunky old
> > Box-Muller can probably give you that rate.)
>
> Generated on custom silicon (surprise).
> Box-Muller does not work for real time requirements.
Of course it does, if the machine is fast enough that you're getting them at
the rate you need.
And the reason you're getting them fast is you have a fast machine - which is
not much help if the machine is a given.
Glen
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