Multiprocessor computer with optical data switch
US5150245A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 18, 1989 |
| Grant date | Sep 22, 1992 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 18, 2009 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04B10/803
- WIPO fieldTelecommunications
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An optical data switch for use within a multiprocessing environment is disclosed. Each processor has associated with it a data projector, such as a laser or an array of light emitting diodes, and a reading device, such as a Charge Coupled Device array. An optically reflective screen, or mirror, is arranged so that all processors can project their data on the screen at a specified location. Each processor's reading device has a view of the entire screen, thereby being capable of reading data from any other processor.
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