Inter-Kernel Communication Abstraction for Accelerator Devices

The patent introduces communication abstraction logic units as intermediary components that sit between accelerator device kernels and physical communication paths. These abstraction layers translate diverse physical communication protocols into a unified logical communication interface, enabling accelerator device kernels to communicate with multiple types of accelerator devices without direct configuration of communication protocols. The abstraction logic units manage the complexity of inter-kernel communication while presenting a simplified interface to kernels.

The patent extracts communication protocol configuration and management functions from the accelerator device kernels themselves and places them in dedicated communication abstraction logic units. This separation allows kernels to focus exclusively on performing computational operations efficiently, while communication responsibilities are handled by the extracted abstraction layer. The kernels no longer need to contain detailed communication protocol configurations, simplifying kernel development and improving operational efficiency.

The patent implements universal communication abstraction logic units that can handle multiple types of physical communication paths and protocols through a single unified interface. This multi-functional abstraction layer enables any accelerator device kernel to access any other accelerator device in the data center regardless of the underlying physical communication path or protocol. The universal abstraction logic provides a single interface that adapts to diverse communication requirements, dramatically increasing the quantity of accessible accelerator devices from each kernel.