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2007-10-16

2007-10-16

Cao, Chun (Department: 2115)

Electrical computers and digital processing systems: support

Clock control of data processing system, component, or data...

C713S500000

Reexamination Certificate

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10309759

ABSTRACT:
An interface is provided for an integrated system that includes internal circuits, with each internal circuit functioning based upon its own clock. The interface includes a finite state machine for managing asynchronous and independent interactions between the internal circuits and external circuits. The finite state machine functions based upon a unique clock and a unique reset. The interface also includes an arbitration circuit connected to the finite state machine for receiving input signals for the finite state machine. The arbitration circuit includes a memory buffer for storing signals generated by the internal circuits when the finite state machine is performing an evaluation. The interface may be used to form a command interpreter of a non-volatile memory device.

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