21/2D Core memory

Details 21/2D Core memory 21/2D Core memory

1979-01-15

1980-09-02

Canney, Vincent P.

Static information storage and retrieval

Systems using particular element

Three-dimensional magnetic array

G11C 1100

Patent

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RE0303950

ABSTRACT:
A large, 2 wire, 21/2D core memory includes four, 1K (1024) by 1280, core frames with 1280 Y conductors each stringing and inductively coupling a column of 1024 cores in each of the four frames and 4K orthogonal X conductors each stringing and inductively coupling one row of 1280 cores. A word position within the memory is defined by 5 pairs of Y conductors, a corresponding X conductor from each frame, and selection of relative current directions in the Y conductors. Reading of a 20 bit word is accomplished with 5 sense amplifiers in four rapid sucession read sub-operations. Writing is accomplished in two sub-operations by separately controlling partial select digit currents in each of the 5 pairs of Y conductors. A bidirectional X drive and switching arrangement utilizes overlapping X drive currents and shared circuitry to maximize memory speed and reduce electronic components costs.

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