Title :
Why and How to Use Arbitrary Precision
Author :
Ghazi, Kaveh R. ; Lefèvre, Vincent ; Théveny, Philippe ; Zimmermann, Paul
Abstract :
Although double precision is usually enough, arbitrary precision increases accuracy and the reproducibility of floating-point computations.
Keywords :
Aerospace control; Aerospace electronics; Aircraft; Computer errors; Extrasolar planet; Nuclear electronics; Radio access networks; Roundoff errors; Solar system; Stability; Arbitrary precision; GNU MPFR library; IEEE 754 standard; correct rounding; scientific computing;
Journal_Title :
Computing in Science & Engineering
DOI :
10.1109/MCSE.2010.73
