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Programmable array logic with shared product terms

US4644191A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateSep 19, 1985
Grant dateFeb 17, 1987
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Expiry dateSep 19, 2005

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH03K19/17708
  • WIPO fieldBasic communication processes
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A programmable logic circuit comprises a Programmable Array Logic (PAL) circuit in which individual product terms may be shared simultaneously by one or more of the circuit outputs. The product terms are selectively connected to the circuit outputs by programmable elements (such as a fusible link) to increase design flexibility. Isolating devices are provided in series with the programmable elements to allow for the simultaneous product term sharing.

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