摘要:
A servo loop control apparatus having a master microprocessor and at least one autonomous streamlined signal processor is disclosed. The architecture provides a general purpose controller for use in systems where intensive servo signal processing is required and is well suited to applications where multiple servo control loops operate simultaneously. The operation of the streamlined signal processors is autonomous from the master processor so that critical functions can be dedicated to the streamlined signal processors. This eliminates complex interrupt management and tedious real time scheduling constraints, simplifies system design and improves system performance. The architecture provides an integrated mechanism for implementing multiple, concurrent, complex signal processing and embedded control functions, such as complete servo-mechanism management for high performance disk storage systems.
摘要:
A servo loop control apparatus having a master microprocessor and at least one autonomous streamlined signal processor is disclosed. The architecture provides a general purpose controller for use in systems where intensive servo signal processing is required and is well suited to applications where multiple servo control loops operate simultaneously. The operation of the streamlined signal processors is autonomous from the master processor so that critical functions can be dedicated to the streamlined signal processors. This eliminates complex interrupt management and tedious real time scheduling constraints, simplifies system design and improves system performance. The architecture provides an integrated mechanism for implementing multiple, concurrent, complex signal processing and embedded control functions, such as complete servo-mechanism management for high performance disk storage systems.
摘要:
Memory technologies for storing filter samples include RAMs and CCDs. Adaptive memory capability and memory servo capability improve memory characteristics. In a RAM embodiment, a detector is used to detect a memory address condition and to control the memory and the memory address register in response thereto. In a CCD embodiment, a detector is used to detect a memory reference signal and to refresh the memory signals in response thereto. Improved memory refresh, memory performance, and memory capacity enhance system characteristics. Improved memory architecture provides advantages of increased speed, lower cost, and efficiency of implementation. Information stored in memory can be scanned out at a rate greater than the addressing rate associated with the memories. This permits higher speed operation with lower cost memories. Use of an output buffer, such as a FIFO, permits normalization of memory clock rates.
摘要:
A filter processor provides improved capabilities and reduced complexity by inputting and processing lower resolution signals and by generating higher resolution filtered signals. In a preferred embodiment; an incremental filter processor generates incremental input signals, performs incremental processing, and generates multi-bit filtered signals. Input signals are received from radar, sonar, seismic, or other sources; are processed by the filter processor to generate filtered signals; and can be post processed by a post processor. In a preferred embodiment, the input circuit is a serial input and parallel output circuit, such as a delay line or a CCD; the filter processor is an incremental fast Fourier transform processor; and the post processor is an incremental frequency domain correlator. Other post processors include a frequency domain integrator and an RSS post processor to convert coherent signal samples to noncoherent signal samples.
摘要:
The invention relates to servo-driven computer-numerically-controlled systems of the type adapted to receive part program instructions defining a desired path of relative movement between a tool and a workpiece, wherein the path may include an interior or exterior curved portion to be effected by coordinated linear movement of machine members along at least two orthogonal linear axes. The invention provides apparati and methods for correcting path radius errors to facilitate rapid and accurate movement along the curve. In a preferred embodiment, such path radius correction is applied to a fixed cycle for machining inside circles preferably incorporating such path radius correction and providing substantially tangential engagement between the tool and a machining locus orbited by the tool to avoid abrupt accelerations or decelerations while the tool is in contact with the workpiece. In addition to avoiding surface blemishes, this facilitates machining a broader range of hole sizes with a given sized tool thereby reducing the need for frequent tool changes. The invention carries out path radius correction by generating position commands received by the servo using corrected radius data, the difference between which and the desired radius to be machined compensates for at least a portion of the path radius error that would otherwise be generated by the servo. Apparatus and methods for threading holes using a non-helical threading tools with or without path radius correction are also disclosed.
摘要:
An improved data processor architecture is provided having integrated circuit (IC) memories. Provision is made for dynamic memories with a memory refresh arrangement. Memory refresh is provided in response to instruction execution, synchronized with computer control signals to minimize contension or conflicts with computer operations and to share control circuitry.
摘要:
An incremental digital filter provides high speed and low cost capability such as for performing fast Fourier transforms (FFTs), correlations, convolutions, and other digital filter operations. One configuration operates at microwave sample rates, computing a complete 512-point FFT in 0.2 microseconds for an effective sample rate of 2.56 gigahertz. High speed and low cost are derived from a parallel pipeline architecture in combination with incremental processing. Parallel pipeline architecture provides extremely high speed while the incremental mechanization provides a simple arrangement with a low component count for low cost. The incremental nature of the processor provides an integrating type mechanization, where integration-after-transformation yields high processing gain for signal-to-noise-ratio enhancement.High data rate input and output mechanizations are provided to accommodate the high processing rates. An improved input mechanization involves analog signal to incremental digital conversion. An improved output mechanization involves integration after filtering for data rate reductions and for signal enhancement and also involves a bus output structure for multiplexing of output parameters.
摘要:
A method and apparatus for manipulating an engraving tool in the processing of a plurality of jobs wherein an intelligent terminal processes data supplied by a user, the processed data being transferred to a control unit wherein the data is used to modify instructions from a master font located therein. Within the control unit, the modified master font instructions are transformed into drive signals which are then relayed to a mechanical tool manipulating means, wherein the mechanical tool is manipulated in response to the drive instructions.
摘要:
A machine control system employs a general purpose digital computer to directly interact with a machine, providing increased versatility and capability with reduced system cost. Machine control operations are performed under program control by the computer in real time and communicated to the machine through a minimal interface. Machine conditions are sampled under program control by the computer in real time through a minimal interface to the computer. Special system partitioning reduces interconnections and cabling to provide an improved machine interface.
摘要:
A system is provided for voice signal processing including recognizing input voice messages and generating output voice messages. Digital processing of voice signals yields particular advantages. Voice responsive operations provide operator interaction flexibility. Communication of digital information in response to voice information provides data compression for communication applications. Other applications of the voice signal processing system include an audionic clock, an audionic calculator, and an audionic announciator.