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Efficient MSI Partitioning for a Digital Computer

G.V. Podraza, +2 more
- 01 Nov 1970 - 
- Vol. 19, Iss: 11, pp 1020-1028
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An efficient partitioning scheme based on current capability of MOS MSI technology was evolved in which four functional building blocks were defined for implementing computer digital architecture.
Abstract
An efficient partitioning scheme based on current capability of MOS MSI technology was evolved in which four functional building blocks were defined for implementing computer digital architecture. The partitioning employs a bit slice concept to define registers and a universal logic gate for general two-or three-variable logic. A look-ahead carry for fast arithmetic and a heavily buffered OR gate structure for the control section complete the partitioning elements. Microsequencing for instruction decoding is accomplished with a state graph implemented with register FBB flip-flops.

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On the Tradeoff Between Logic Performance and Circuit-to-Pin Ratio for LSI

TL;DR: A power-law relationship between pins and partitioned circuits is discussed and empirical evidence is presented that implies that the pin requirement is a sensitive function of the performance level of the logic.
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Single chip integrated circuit computer architecture

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Current Status of Large Scale Integration Technology

TL;DR: The current status of large scale integration (LSI) technology is reviewed in this paper, with emphasis on developments made during the past year, and a forecast is made of complexity levels for logic and memory.
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TL;DR: In terms of speed and speed/power performance, bipolar integrated circuits are superior to metal-oxide-semiconductor integrated circuits as discussed by the authors, which is based on the high transconductance inherent in bipolar transistors.
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The Block-Oriented Computer

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Large-scale integration from the user's point of view

M. G. Smith, +1 more
TL;DR: The potential LSI user views LSI promise with a great deal of anticipation, but LSI problems with some trepidation, so as to relieve the strain of having to squeeze the last bit of cost or performance from the existing technological approaches.