Evolution of Logic: From TTL's Electrifying '60s to CMOS's Power-Sipping Dominance ๐๐ป
Back in the swinging '60s, the tech scene was a giant (literally), with pieces like vacuum tubes and clunky relays. Then along came TTL! ๐ฆธ๐ฝโโ๏ธ๐ก TTL (Transistor-Transistor Logic) used transistors to make circuits smaller, faster, and way cooler โ๏ธ TTL didn't just change the game; it started a whole new one! ๐๐ฎ
And then the cool new kid on the block arrived โ CMOS ๐ CMOS (Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor) logic is the heartthrob of modern gadgets, from sleek smartphones to brainy microprocessors, sipping on power like itโs a fine wine ๐ฑ๐ท
๐TTL Logic Levels:๐
โกTypically uses a 5V power supply.
โกA logical '0' (LOW) is generally defined as 0 to 0.8V, and a logical '1' (HIGH) is 2V to 5V.
โกFaster switching times compared to earlier logic families but consumes more power.
โกUsed in earlier digital systems but now mostly replaced by CMOS in many applications.
๐CMOS Logic Levels:๐
โกCan operate on a wider range of power supply voltages (commonly 3.3V, but it can be lower).
โกA logical '0' (LOW) is close to 0V, and a logical '1' (HIGH) is close to the supply voltage (Vcc).
โกLower power consumption compared to TTL, especially when not switching.
โกMore susceptible to static electricity damage but offers higher density (more logic gates on a chip) and lower power usage.
๐Key Differences:๐
๐๐ฝPower Consumption: CMOS is eco-friendly, saving power like a pro. While TTL is power-hungry ๐
๐๐ฝSpeed: TTL takes the trophy on the speedway. Zoom zoom! ๐๏ธ๐จ
๐๐ฝNoise Busters: TTL laughs in the face of noise โ bring it on!
๐๐ฝVoltage Levels: CMOS is the yoga master, stretching across various voltage levels. ๐ง