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Microprogrammed control for signal processing

Published:01 September 1977Publication History
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An easily implemented microprogrammed control concept for signal processors is presented. The control unit is developed by restricting the next state function of a classical Moore machine, and by using microprogramming in its implementation. The concept is well matched to requirements for signal processors (which do not require complex branching logic). It is optimized for efficient implementation with commercially available integrated circuits as demonstrated by an example signal processor which is described in detail to illustrate the simplicity and flexibility of the concept.

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