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Data latch with enable signal gating

US4334157A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateFeb 22, 1980
Grant dateJun 8, 1982
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Expiry dateFeb 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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