Computer Applications.
Abstract
New developments in solid state technology have emerged which make possible significant improvements in computer capability. These improvements allow for wider applicability of data processing equipments in effecting command and control in the NATO military environment. Solid state technology has decreased by orders of magnitude the volume and power required by computer circuitry and hence has made possible more sophisticated data processing. The technology is now available to construct high level language computers; to control functions in hardware rather than software, to build microprocessors for distributed use in tactical environments; to make available for field use low power, non-mechanical, mass memory systems; to tailor computer architectures to specific applications, and for many other innovative uses. This report, sponsored by the Avionics Panel of AGARD, describes the solid state technical developments and assesses the importance of these developments in their application to satisfying NATO military requirements. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 01, 1977
- Accession Number
- ADA037343
Entities
People
- Irving J. Gabelman
Organizations
- AGARD