Comparison of binary and multi-level logic electronics for embedded systems

Shirly M. Damti; Steve E. Watkins; R. Joe Stanley

doi:10.1117/12.2219374

16 April 2016 Comparison of binary and multi-level logic electronics for embedded systems

Shirly M. Damti, Steve E. Watkins, R. Joe Stanley

Proceedings Volume 9801, Industrial and Commercial Applications of Smart Structures Technologies 2016; 98010L (2016) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2219374
Event: SPIE Smart Structures and Materials + Nondestructive Evaluation and Health Monitoring, 2016, Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

Abstract

Embedded systems are dependent on low-power, miniaturized instrumentation. Comparator circuits are common elements in applications for digital threshold detection. A multi-level, memory-based logic approach is in development that offers potential benefits in power usage and size with respect to traditional binary logic systems. Basic 4-bit operations with CMOS gates and comparators are chosen to compare circuit implementations of binary structures and quaternary equivalents. Circuit layouts and functional operation are presented. In particular, power characteristics and transistor count are examined. The potential for improved embedded systems based on the multilevel, memory-based logic is discussed.

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Shirly M. Damti, Steve E. Watkins, and R. Joe Stanley "Comparison of binary and multi-level logic electronics for embedded systems", Proc. SPIE 9801, Industrial and Commercial Applications of Smart Structures Technologies 2016, 98010L (16 April 2016); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2219374

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