OMNIBASE LOGIC'S - MVL: Technical Information




Multiple-Valued Logic (MVL) is the ability of a circuit or system to perform math or logic operations in a radix above 2 (binary). Omnibase's technology easily enables integrated circuits to operate in ternary (base 3) or tetranary (base 4) and can be extended beyond.



MVL solves the limiting problems of today’s IC technology: current leakage, heat dissipation, and error rates associated with packing more transistors into less silicon.





Multiple-Valued Logic: Radix Advantage


A significant performance advantage is inherent in higher radix math. Do the Math.


MVL provides an increase in data density, (e.g. 40 bits become 25 terts (37.5% reduction), this drives a reduced number of interconnects and an overall decrease in passive parasitics.


Fewer clock cycles are needed for the same operational end result, and more bandwidth is available at the same clock rate.


Greater resolution is possible in DAC's and DSP's.


Reduced package size due to a smaller die size and fewer interconnects and fewer I/O's.


A decrease in required dynamic and static power requirements and the resultant heat problems.


Higher encryption capabilities.