A new method for designing universal logic modules

A short review of existing methods for universal logical module designing is presented. The new method of synthesis of fast-acting universal logical module is described. The method is based on the input variables representation in a form of the Galois GF(2sup(m)) field elements. Such representation permits at large number of variables to use a computer for the computation of equations, with the use of which the required logical scheme may be realized. Depending on the hand-made or computer-made adjustment coefficients the same module can act as the coincidence, anticoincidence, mixer, code converting, passive signal conduction modules, etc. An example of designing of the four-input module is presented, and assessments of fast-action and realization complexity are given. Usage of the set of such uniform modules enables to conduct fast reprogramming of nanosecond trigger systems without any changes of their outer connections