Abstract:
A system for enabling a capacitor to track an analog input signal and hold the signal level, on command. The system includes a high speed operation amplifier having first and second independent and selectable pairs of differential inputs. The amplifier output is connected through a pair of diodes connected in inverse parallel to the capacitor. Feedback means couple the capacitor to one pair of inputs in the track mode in a manner such that the high amplifier gain compensates for nonlinearities and offset effects to enable the capacitor to precisely track the input signal. In the hold mode, the other pair of inputs is selected to enable the amplifier to act as a unity gain voltage follower providing an output substantially equal to the capacitor voltage and insufficient to exceed the forward threshold of the diodes.
Abstract:
A converter system employing clock controlled data propagation for rapidly converting analog input signals to ''''reflected binary'''' or Gray code output signals. The system is comprised of a plurality of substantially identical stages, each capable of providing both a bit output signal and a residual analog output signal in response to an analog input signal. Each stage alternately operates in an ''''acquisition'''' mode in which the input portion of the stage slews to, and tracks, the stage input voltage and a ''''hold'''' mode in which the stage input portion stops tracking and holds constant at the level of the input signal immediately prior to the start of the hold command. The stages are interconnected in a manner which permits each stage to start converting a subsequent analog input signal promptly after it forms its bit with respect to the preceding analog input signal and prior to propagation of the preceding analog input signal through all of the stages.
Abstract:
This invention relates to threshold and majority logic elements and threshold logic systems, and more particularly to improved threshold and majority gate circuit elements providing high ''''fan-in'''' and ''''fan-out'''' capabilities that permit the practical realization of threshold logic systems.
Abstract:
An electrical power supply system for efficiently supplying power at multiple voltage levels to various loads. The system includes transformer means intercoupling a plurality of different voltage levels so as to automatically translate or redistribute power as load conditions change. For example, as load current directions change, power is translated with minimum loss from levels acting as a current sink to levels requiring a current source.
Abstract:
A fusible link matrix is provided to enable a parameter (e.g., resistance) of a module to be adjusted, without requiring physical access to the components thereof, by selectively fusing (opening or closing) links of the matrix through an addressing bus. Decoupling diodes between the fusible links and lines of the bus prevent sneak current paths.
Abstract:
A converter responsive to analog input signals for providing ''''reflected binary'''' or Gray code output signals. The converter is comprised of a plurality of substantially identical stages connected in cascade. Each stage provides both a digital output signal and a residual analog output signal in response to an analog input signal applied thereto. The level of the residual output signal provided by each stage is determined by a V-shaped transfer characteristic defined by a differential amplifier therein. The residual output signal from each stage constitutes the input signal to a subsequent stage.