Counter/timer array for generation of complex patterns independent of software control
US10416703B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 10, 2017 |
| Grant date | Sep 17, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 10, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH03K23/58
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A system includes an array of counter/timer units that execute a number of timing and pattern generation functions that are selectable by a processor to which the array is coupled. Counter/timer units may receive as inputs the outputs of other counter/timer units, such as for use as a trigger or clock input as instructed by the processor. Counter/timer units may be instructed to execute functions and be coupled to one another by a processor. The processor may then enable the counter/timer units such they subsequently produce complex outputs without additional inputs from the processor. The outputs of the counter/timer units may be used as interrupts to the processor or be used to drive a peripheral device.
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