This paper describes an empirical comparison of three
pointer alias analysis algorithms: flow-sensitive, flow-
insensitive, and flow-insensitive with precomputed kill
information. In addition to contrasting the precision and
efficiency of these analyses, it describes implementation
techniques and quantifies their analysis-time speed-up.
Lastly, it illustrates the object-oriented approach used
in the design of the system, which provides a natural example
of multiple inheritance.
By: Michael Hind and Anthony Pioli
Published in: RC21058 in 1997
LIMITED DISTRIBUTION NOTICE:
This Research Report is available. This report has been submitted for publication outside of IBM and will probably be copyrighted if accepted for publication. It has been issued as a Research Report for early dissemination of its contents. In view of the transfer of copyright to the outside publisher, its distribution outside of IBM prior to publication should be limited to peer communications and specific requests. After outside publication, requests should be filled only by reprints or legally obtained copies of the article (e.g., payment of royalties). I have read and understand this notice and am a member of the scientific community outside or inside of IBM seeking a single copy only.
Questions about this service can be mailed to reports@us.ibm.com .