Synchronous Sequential Circuits

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Definition

A synchronous sequential circuit (a.k.a finite state machine, SCS) is realized using combinational logic and flip-flops

The General Form of a Synchronous Sequential Circuit

Where

  • W: circuit input
  • Q: flip-flop output or current state
  • Z: circuit output

Synthesis example: Synthesis of SSCs#^e577b3

Moore Machine

See Moore machine

General Form of a SSC Moore Machine

Mealy Machine

See Sequential Circuits#Mealy Machine

General Form of a SSC Mealy Machine

Example

Specification: one input () and one output ()

Synthesis example: Synthesis of SSCs#^6d3854