Mathematical Formalisms And Physical Constructs For Compound Literal Implementation Via Shadow-Casting

S. Kozaitis; R. Arrathoon

doi:10.1117/12.963478

9 June 1986 Mathematical Formalisms And Physical Constructs For Compound Literal Implementation Via Shadow-Casting

S. Kozaitis, R. Arrathoon

Proceedings Volume 0625, Optical Computing; (1986) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.963478
Event: O-E/LASE'86 Symposium, 1986, Los Angeles, CA, United States

Abstract

The mathematical and physical basis for realizing compound literals via optical shadow-casting is discussed. The relation between various switching algebras and cubical notation is considered. An emphasis is placed on the physical independence of the shadow-casting implementations with respect to possible algebraic constructs. Shadow-casting systems for content-addressable memories are discussed, and the consequences of compound literal implementation in terms of throughput and energy per switching operation are presented. The advantages of using bistable optical switching elements that employ third order nonlinearities are considered.

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S. Kozaitis and R. Arrathoon "Mathematical Formalisms And Physical Constructs For Compound Literal Implementation Via Shadow-Casting", Proc. SPIE 0625, Optical Computing, (9 June 1986); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.963478

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