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

[Paul Koning]

>>>>> "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