Title :
A Thin-Film Rod Memory for the NCR 315 RMC Computer
Author_Institution :
Electronics Division, National Cash Register Company, Hawthorne, Calif.
Abstract :
This paper describes a thin-film Rod memory that is used as the main store in the NCR Rod Memory Computer. The production procedure for the Rod storage element and the fabrication and assembly of the memory stack is outlined. The mode of operation of the memory is discussed. Line characteristics, design criteria, as well as a description of word, sense, digit and timing circuits are also presented.
Keywords :
Assembly; Automatic testing; Coatings; Costs; Electronic equipment testing; Materials testing; Production; Transistors; Wire; Wounds;
Journal_Title :
Electronic Computers, IEEE Transactions on
DOI :
10.1109/PGEC.1966.264353
