THE SINGLE-CHIP MICROCOMPUTER REVOLUTION

Single-chip microcomputers are discussed, from the low-end four-bit product to the high-performance 16-bit product. The relative complexities, cost, and performance tradeoffs are described for each product area. Trends and capabilities for single-chip microcomputers are indicated for the future. A family of single-chip microcomputers will often be offered by a manufacturer with various combinations of ROM (read only memory), RAM (random access memory), and I/O (input/output). Availability of a range of products in the same family allows the user to select the best solution for his particular design. Software compatibility among the various family microcomputers allows much of the program code for one microcomputer to be used in another. Even though a family of parts may be available, the use and efficiency of the ROM, RAM, and I/O resources are as important as the CPU (central processing unit) architecture.

  • Supplemental Notes:
    • Also published in HS-028 950 (SAE-SP-457), "Automotive Electronic Instrumentation; Displays and Sensors," Warrendale, Pennsylvania, 1980 p 75-9. Presented at SAE Congress and Exposition, Detroit, 25-29 February 1980.
  • Corporate Authors:

    Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE)

    400 Commonwealth Drive
    Warrendale, PA  United States  15096
  • Authors:
    • Gooze, M
  • Publication Date: 1980

Media Info

  • Features: References;
  • Pagination: 5 p.

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Filing Info

  • Accession Number: 00393059
  • Record Type: Publication
  • Source Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
  • Report/Paper Numbers: SAE 800356, HS-028 963
  • Files: HSL, USDOT
  • Created Date: Feb 28 1985 12:00AM