HP makes memory from a once-theoretical circuit
HP has managed to make a new (a “fourth”) kind of circuit element called memristors. These are resistors whose resistance depends on the history of the current that has passed through them. If you have ever taken electronics or electromagnetism, take a look at this article. Good job HP!
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May 5th, 2008 at 2:13 am
I don’t get it! R, C and L are linear circuit elements.
And of course we can’t get everything with them therefore we need to use nonlinear elements too such as diode, transistor etc. Then what is the big deal with this new dude?
It’s yet another nonlinear element which might be very useful in the future but not revolutionary.
correct me if i’m wrong.
May 5th, 2008 at 3:41 am
Mamad,
You’re right. It’s a nonlinear element. What it does that it simplifies a circuit block that is commonly used in memory circuits and takes a whole lot of traditional linear and nonlinear elements and lumps them into one simple element that can be duplicated indefinitely.