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Using asynchronous method calls in C#

Several classes in the .NET Framework Base Class Library (BCL) provide both synchronous and asynchronous method signatures. Because a synchronous method call can create a delay in program flow, an ...
EDN

Dual 4-Bit Synchronous Binary Counter

The 74HC(T)4520 is a dual 4-bit synchronous binary counter featuring standard output capability and MSI ICC category. This device is suitable for applications such as multistage synchronous counting, ...
Design-Reuse

Asynchronous Logic: large CMOS devices without a clock tree

CMOS is, and will continue to be, the work-horse process technology of the semi-conductor industry. But designers of large devices, of complex SoCs and of devices using multiple IP elements are ...
Design-Reuse

Design Transition from Sync to Async: Design and Verification Challenges

Synchronous interfaces involve a single clock domain and are relatively easy to design. However, at times, it is advantageous and necessary to have an asynchronous interface between peripherals for ...
EDN

Presettable Synchronous BCD Decade Counter

The 74HC160D is a presettable sychronous BCD decade counter with asynchronous reset. It features synchronous counting and loading, two count enable inouts for n-bit cascading, positive-edge triggered ...