Data latch with enable signal gating
US4334157A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 22, 1980 |
| Grant date | Jun 8, 1982 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 22, 2000 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG11C11/411
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A data latch of the kind having at least two operative modes, a transmitting or transparent mode or condition for transmitting data signals through the latch, and a latching mode or condition for latching and temporary storage by feedback of data signals in the latch. According to the invention there is provided in the data latch a pregate for pregating feedback signals in the latch. The pregate is adapted and coupled to provide positive feedback data signals for reinforcing previously entered data in the latching mode, and gating signals for passing input data in the transmitting mode.
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