Replicas - was Re: *** Ideas needed for developing interactive

From: Paul Koning <pkoning_at_equallogic.com>
Date: Mon Sep 13 10:52:01 2004

>>>>> "Peter" == Peter C Wallace <pcw_at_mesanet.com> writes:

 Peter> On Sun, 12 Sep 2004, Ethan Dicks wrote:
>> On Sat, Sep 11, 2004 at 10:29:49PM -0600, Ben Franchuk wrote: > So
>> what about memory? Transistor too? > A PDP-8/S would be a good
>> model to pick from. Note you need a lot of SMT > diodes resistors
>> too.
>>
>> There are approximately 1000 transistors in a PDP-8/S (plus lots
>> of diodes and resistors and the core stack). Even with SMT,
>> that's a lot of square footage.
>>

 Peter> Ignoring memory, I'm pretty sure could get 1000 transistors +
 Peter> support parts/diodes on a 12x12" card. Doing the component
 Peter> placement would be a pain however.

Why? A good light, magnifying glass or small stereo microscope, fine
tip soldering iron, fine solder, and flux -- plus patience. No sweat.

    paul
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