Showing papers on "IBM PC compatible published in 1984"
TL;DR: A new algorithm to find restriction enzyme sites is devised, which allows the microcomputer program to find all sites on a small plasmid for 100 different enzymes in 1 to 2 minutes.
Abstract: We have developed a versatile program for the analysis of nucleic acid and protein sequences on the IBM Personal Computer. The program is interactive and self-instructing. It contains all the features generally found in sequence analysis programs on large computers, including extensive homology routines, as well as new procedures for the entry of sequence data. The program contains facilities to store and utilize the entire Nucleic Acid Sequence Data Bank. We have devised a new algorithm to find restriction enzyme sites, which allows our microcomputer program to find all sites on a small plasmid for 100 different enzymes in 1 to 2 minutes.
547 citations
TL;DR: A collection of DNA sequence analysis programs, called "PC Sequence" (PCS), which are designed to run on the IBM Personal Computer (PC), and take full advantage of the IBM PC's speed, error handling, and graphics capabilities.
Abstract: We present here a collection of DNA sequence analysis programs, called "PC Sequence" (PCS), which are designed to run on the IBM Personal Computer (PC). These programs are written in IBM PC compiled BASIC and take full advantage of the IBM PC's speed, error handling, and graphics capabilities. For a modest initial expense in hardware any laboratory can use these programs to quickly perform computer analysis on DNA sequences. They are written with the novice user in mind and require very little training or previous experience with computers. Also provided are a text editing program for creating and modifying DNA sequence files and a communications program which enables the PC to communicate with and collect information from mainframe computers and DNA sequence databases.
56 citations
13 Mar 1984
TL;DR: In order to meaningfully utilize the information provided by the various subsystems interfaced to the robot, a three level hierarchical distributive system is being set up, using a PDP 11/34 minicomputer as the supervisory computer.
Abstract: A relatively low cost stereoscopic vision system has been constructed here at the University of Alabama in Huntsville, using a video camera interfaced to a microcomputer. A motor driven mirror assembly attached to the camera is used to obtain the stereoscopic images. In the preliminary studies, an APPLE II microcomputer fitted with a DITHERTIZER II board was used for digitizing the video images. With its 280 × 192 resolution, we are able to measure distances with an accuracy of 8%. Currently, an IBM PC fitted with a VAN GOGH board by TECMAR having a resolution of 256 by 256 is used in place of the APPLE system. Using this system, much better results are obtained. The end system will be integrated to a Cincinnati Milacron T3industrial robot. In order to meaningfully utilize the information provided by the various subsystems interfaced to the robot, a three level hierarchical distributive system is being set up, using a PDP 11/34 minicomputer as the supervisory computer.
54 citations
TL;DR: This work has developed, for the IBM-PC microcomputer, a menu driven, interactive set of programs which provide the functions routinely used for DNA sequence data analyses.
Abstract: We have developed, for the IBM-PC microcomputer, a menu driven, interactive set of programs which provide the functions routinely used for DNA sequence data analyses.
53 citations
TL;DR: This paper explores what a clean separation to grow between personal computer and host or a means by which they cooperate in providing quality service to the user without the complexity normally associated with high-end systems could mean.
Abstract: Advancements in technology have provided us with the availability of high-peformance processors from the high end of computing to the personal computer. In addition, technology growth has enabled us to envision sixteen megabytes of real storage for a personal computer.
As a result, we have witnessed not only a tremendous growth at the high end of the computing spectrum, but also the development of sophisticated personal computers (e.g., the IBM PC XT/370) with real storage capacities approaching those of high-end computers of a decade ago.
This growth at both ends of the computing spectrum has given us a choice. We can either allow a clean separation to grow between personal computer and host or provide a means by which they cooperate in providing quality service to the user without the complexity normally associated with high-end systems. This paper explores what such a cooperation could mean.
23 citations
TL;DR: The accuracy and speed of this circuit analysis program for PCs compare favorably with similar programs running on mainframes.
Abstract: The accuracy and speed of this circuit analysis program for PCs compare favorably with similar programs running on mainframes.
8 citations
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TL;DR: This paper describes the structure and capabilities of BENCOS, gives instructions on how to use the template, and comments on possible modifications of the template.
Abstract: This users guide describes BENCOS a benefit-cost analysis program adapted from BENCOST a FORTRAN program. Designed for relatively small problems BENCOS requires 128k of RAM and SuperCalc. A diskette containing the BENCOS template formatted for the IBM PC can be obtained from Michigan State University for US$15.00. The guide assumes familiarity with standard benefit-cost analysis techniques. The program has 4 main sections: 1) parameters; 2) data; 3) output; and 4) summary. After brief descriptions of these sections instructions on how to use BENCOS are given: loading entering parameters and data and modifying the template. The format of the main section of the spreadsheet is illustrated and formulas used in the spreadsheet are listed in annexes. A 3rd annex shows how to use an amended form of BENCOS which is useful for showing the sensitivity of a projects rank when compared to other projects to a wider variety of investment criteria.
7 citations
TL;DR: The language features interactive 'command' and 'program' modes and incorporates a simple editor and a file handling facility which is fully compatible with the operating system.
Abstract: ISIM is a new simulation language for both 8- and 16-bit micro computers. It is derived from the interactive simulation language ISIS, which has been installed on a variety of minicomputers and mainframes over the past few years. ISIM can run on a small 8-bit microcomputer with the CP/M operating system, 48K bytes of memory and floppy discs. It also runs on the larger 16-bit com puters operating under CP/M 86 or MS-DOS, and on the IBM PC operating under PC-DOS. Its interactive graphics capability is best exploited using a graphics terminal or the microcomputer's integral graphics display (e.g., IBM PC Graphics Adapter). The language features interactive 'command' and 'program' modes and incorporates a simple editor and a file handling facility which is fully compatible with the operating system. ISIM provides a comprehensive, highly interactive, simulation environment which allows the user full control of the simulation. These features allow the simulation to be interrupted to enable the user to display o...
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TL;DR: The first part of this article describes the PCjr's hardware architecture, characteristics, and features and the portion of the system design relating to the hardware and software necessary to ensure a high level of compatibility between thePCjr and the IBM Personal Computer as well as the IBM personal computer XT.
Abstract: The IBM PCjr is the most recent addition to the IBM Personal Computer family. A major design consideration incorporated in the PCjr is a high level of program compatibility with the IBM Personal Computer and the IBM Personal Computer XT. The first part of this article describes the PCjr's hardware architecture, characteristics, and features. The second part describes the portion of the system design relating to the hardware and software necessary to ensure a high level of compatibility between the PCjr and the IBM Personal Computer as well as the IBM Personal Computer XT.
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TL;DR: Charter has designed an interactive BASIC program on an IBM Personal Computer which simulates some of the batch processes, and has found that assigning a programmer/analyst in a user department so that that person can learn the business before having to design programs is a cost-effective approach to computerizing manual systems.
Abstract: With the increasing need to control refinery inventories, it has become necessary to find new methods to minimize both products and intermediate inventories. Charter has designed an interactive BASIC program on an IBM Personal Computer which simulates some of our batch processes. Scheduling of solvent runs is now done completely with the automated system, with major savings of time in the product handling department, as well as more accurate and dependable schedules that are projected further into the future. The system has gained immediate acceptance, probably because each screen guides the scheduler through all functions, and because the graphical displays simplify the tasks at hand. The authors believe that this project has been very successful from several points of view. First, the computer system is fully operational and is currently providing forecasts of greatly improved accuracy and at a great time savings. Although it is too soon to quantify, we are experiencing lower levels of intermediate and product inventories. Secondly, the computer program, with its interactive features and displays, is a powerful educational tool which will greatly simplify the task of teaching this job function to new employees. Thirdly, they have found that assigning a programmer/analyst in a user departmentmore » so that that person can learn the business before having to design programs is a cost-effective approach to computerizing manual systems.« less
TL;DR: A microcomputer-based, two-dimensional CAD system has been developed and implemented for a specific manufacturing environment, namely, the small manufacturer, with a system for the design of multiple-spindle drill heads.
Abstract: A microcomputer-based, two-dimensional CAD system has been developed and implemented for a specific manufacturing environment, namely, the small manufacturer. This work began with a system for the design of multiple-spindle drill heads. A subset of Lockheed's CADAM system was emulated on a microcomputer to demonstrate the feasibility of this approach. Facilities were provided for drawing and erasing points, lines, and circles; relimiting and cornering; offsetting; windowing; and filing. CADAM's user interface was provided with a vertical menu, function keys, prompts, and color highlighting. A brief overview is also presented of system specifications and capabilities of a full-function three-dimensional CAD system for IBM PC microcomputers.
01 Mar 1984
TL;DR: With the ability to store and retrieve easily the often lengthy and complicated procedures necessary for gaining access to online hosts, and transmit rapidly a search, the user is saved much time, effort and cost.
Abstract: Describes development projects for utilising relatively cheap but powerful microcomputers to facilitate the searching of remote, dial‐up, databases. Viewdata and databases with graphics output, as well as ones with text output, were dealt with in the projects. Current ‘state of the art’ uses software developed by Userlink Systems Ltd to provide access via an IBM PC to both in‐house mainframe systems and external information sources. In addition, other but related facilites were built into one of the systems developed; these included word processing, housekeeping procedures and limited downloading capability. With the ability to store and retrieve easily the often lengthy and complicated procedures necessary for gaining access to online hosts, and transmit rapidly a search, the user is saved much time, effort and cost. The projects were undertaken jointly between an industrial information unit, providing the system definitions and evaluating the development, and a team of computer software specialists.
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01 Jun 1984
TL;DR: Ibm pc and its applications really offers what everybody wants and it will not make you feel bored, unless you don't like the book.
Abstract: As known, to finish this book, you may not need to get it at once in a day. Doing the activities along the day may make you feel so bored. If you try to force reading, you may prefer to do other entertaining activities. But, one of concepts we want you to have this book is that it will not make you feel bored. Feeling bored when reading will be only unless you don't like the book. ibm pc and its applications really offers what everybody wants.
01 Oct 1984
TL;DR: The human factors problems which could occur for a distributed system based on incorporating personal computers into a larger, centralized computer system are investigated.
Abstract: A possible solution for decreasing the load on a centralized computer system is to distribute the load by incorporating personal computers into the system. The personal computers can either be used as smart terminals or as stand alone systems. This study investigates the human factors problems which could occur for such a distributed system. In the study, both faculty and clerical staff were provided with personal computers (the Apple Lisa, the Apple Macintosh, and the IBM PC/XT) which could be networied to a larger, centralized computer system. The errors, needs, and attitudes of the users were evaluated. Significant differences occurred between the two classes of users and between the three computer systems. Suggestions for implementing a distributed system, based upon the results of this study, are provided.
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TL;DR: L'ordinateur personnel IBM a ete choisi pour assurer l'interface entre les utilisateurs and le systeme LCS (Library Control System) qui gere la circulation des documents de the bibliotheque universitaire d'Urbana-Champaign (Illinois).
Abstract: L'ordinateur personnel IBM a ete choisi pour assurer l'interface entre les utilisateurs et le systeme LCS (Library Control System) qui gere la circulation des documents de la bibliotheque universitaire d'Urbana-Champaign (Illinois)
01 Jan 1984
TL;DR: A combined discrete and continuous simulation model of a robotic assembly process is presented, where motion and handling sequences are simulated as discrete events, whereas vision and decision making processes are simulation as continuous processes.
Abstract: A combined discrete and continuous simulation model of a robotic assembly process is presented. Motion and handling sequences are simulated as discrete events, whereas vision and decision making processes are simulated as continuous processes. The SIMAN simulation language is used to model the assembly process on an IBM compatible personal computer.
TL;DR: Some normative relationships between librarianship and computer software as intellectual works are explored in a practical review of software directories.
Abstract: There are over 40,000 microcomputer software packages available in the market‐place today. This article explores some normative relationships between librarianship and computer software as intellectual works. A practical review of seven software directories (Datapro Directory of Microcomputer Software, List, The Software Catalog, PC Clearinghouse Software Directory, Apple Software 1984, IBM PC Expansion and Software Guide, IBM Software 1984) is performed. Directory features reviewed are indexes, entry composition, subject classifications, and coverage overlap.
Proceedings Article•
07 Nov 1984
Book•
01 Jan 1984
TL;DR: The financial analysis with ibm microcomputers including the ibm pc portable xt and pcjr models chiltons computing series is one of the literary work in this world suitable to be reading material.
Abstract: Now, we come to offer you the right catalogues of book to open. financial analysis with ibm microcomputers including the ibm pc portable xt and pcjr models chiltons computing series is one of the literary work in this world in suitable to be reading material. That's not only this book gives reference, but also it will show you the amazing benefits of reading a book. Developing your countless minds is needed; moreover you are kind of people with great curiosity. So, the book is very appropriate for you.
Journal Article•
TL;DR: En utilisant la combinaison IBM PC/Hayes Smartmodem 1200 B pour the microrecherche, un service d'information peut produire des bibliographies concues sur mesure pour des individus, and des bibliography par sujet pour une diffusion a un groupe.
Abstract: Adding a telecommunications package to a microcomputer provides a new way to perform online bibliographic searching, called microsearching. Using the IBM PC microcomputer/Hayes Smartmodem 1200B combination for microsearching, an information service can produce custom-tailored bibliographies for individuals and topical bibliographies for group distribution.
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01 Sep 1984
TL;DR: This project will extend the industry coverage to all the industrial sectors, including the construction of process flow models formore » chemicals and petroleum refining, and calibrate this model to historical data and construct a base case and alternative scenarios.
Abstract: A project to improve and enhance the Industrial Sector Technology Use Model (ISTUM) was originated in the summer of 1983. The project had dix identifiable objectives: update the data base; improve run-time efficiency; revise the reference base case; conduct case studies; provide technical and promotional seminars; and organize a service bureau. This interim report describes which of these objectives have been met and which tasks remain to be completed. The most dramatic achievement has been in the area of run-time efficiency. From a model that required a large proportion of the total resources of a mainframe computer and a great deal of effort to operate, the current version of the model (ISTUM-PC) runs on an IBM Personal Computer. The reorganization required for the model to run on a PC has additional advantages: the modular programs are somewhat easier to understand and the data base is more accessible and easier to use. A simple description of the logic of the model is given in this report. To generate the necessary funds for completion of the model, a multiclient project is proposed. This project will extend the industry coverage to all the industrial sectors, including the construction of process flow models formore » chemicals and petroleum refining. The project will also calibrate this model to historical data and construct a base case and alternative scenarios. The model will be delivered to clients and training provided. 2 references, 4 figures, 3 tables.« less
Proceedings Article•
07 Nov 1984
TL;DR: This micro-RECONSIDER implementation for the IBM-PC XT retains most of the functionality of its predecessor, VAX RECONSIDER, but features a significantly improved user interface utilizing windows and video attributes.
Abstract: micro-RECONSIDER is an interactive computer program which uses simple information retrieval techniques based on keyword search and lexical matching to generate a list of possible, though not necessarily probable, diseases given a list of positive patient findings. Its knowledge base consists of structured natural language descriptions of 3262 diseases augmented by a hand-crafted medical thesaurus. This micro-RECONSIDER implementation for the IBM-PC XT retains most of the functionality of its predecessor, VAX RECONSIDER. In addition, micro-RECONSIDER features a significantly improved user interface utilizing windows and video attributes. With natural language input, rapid response, useful differentials, and transparent reasoning, micro-RECONSIDER's availability on inexpensive microcomputers may presage widespread use of computerized decision support tools by health care practitioners.
TL;DR: The design of a low-cost IEEE-488 multifunction bus controller board for the IBM Personal Computer (PC) is described, augmented with the two extra features of programmable interval timer and programmable digital input/output.
Abstract: This paper describes the design of a low-cost IEEE-488 multifunction bus controller board for the IBM Personal Computer (PC). The hardware interconnections of the bus controller chip with the IEEE-488 bus and the IBM PC bus are highlighted. In addition to the IEEE-488 control functions, the board is augmented with the two extra features of programmable interval timer and programmable digital input/output.. A software package is written with over 30 macro commands. The user can utilize these macro commands to implement most common IEEE-488 control functions. An example is given to configure and implement a multimeter as a programmable ohmmeter.