Abstract:
A hypothetical new digital-design paradigm called field programmable robot arrays (FPRAs) has been introduced in which raises a number problems that need to be solved for...Show MoreMetadata
Abstract:
A hypothetical new digital-design paradigm called field programmable robot arrays (FPRAs) has been introduced in which raises a number problems that need to be solved for successful implementation. An FPRA combines CMOS reprogrammable logic with micro-robots having constrained motion and sensing capabilities. The goal of the FPRAs is to build digital-logic structures by physical motion as well as the electronic reconfiguration (commonly used in prior programmable logic). In this paper, we present the development of a circuit for powering the digital logic portion of FPRAs. We assume for physical motion the FPRA uses MEMS-based scratch drive actuator (SDA) micro-robots like those developed by Donald et al. as a foundation to build other features needed to develop FPRA. We validate this by developing Verilog-A model of an electrostatic actuator and simulating in Cadence AMS (analog mixed signal) environment.
Published in: 2009 IEEE Behavioral Modeling and Simulation Workshop
Date of Conference: 17-18 September 2009
Date Added to IEEE Xplore: 20 November 2009
Print ISBN:978-1-4244-5358-0