OrchOR

OrchOR is a research project focused on developing an open-source, hardware-independent operating system kernel designed for high-performance computing. The project's primary goal is to provide a lightweight and efficient kernel that can be easily adapted to various hardware architectures, including RISC-V. OrchOR aims to address the challenges of modern operating system design by emphasizing modularity, scalability, and minimal overhead.

The development of OrchOR is driven by the need for an operating system that can efficiently manage resources in complex, multi-core and many-core environments. Researchers are exploring novel approaches to task scheduling, memory management, and inter-process communication to optimize performance for scientific computing, machine learning, and other demanding workloads. The open-source nature of the project encourages community contributions and allows for transparent development and rigorous testing.

A key aspect of OrchOR is its focus on RISC-V, an open-standard instruction set architecture. By developing for RISC-V, OrchOR aims to promote hardware innovation and provide a flexible platform for researchers and developers. The project is actively developing its core components and exploring its potential for use in various high-performance computing scenarios, from embedded systems to large-scale clusters.