So far, it appears to be possible. I'm already researching how to make the MOBIDIC components work as Arduino libraries. Once I wrap my head around its computing paradigm, that effort will become easier. On Dec 1, 2017 12:56 PM, "Douglas Crawford via vcf-midatlantic" < vcf-midatlantic@lists.vintagecomputerfederation.org> wrote:
Very exciting- It might be possible to work towards some sort of a working replica then!
On 12/1/2017 12:39 PM, Jeff Salzman via vcf-midatlantic wrote:
For some reason, I feel compelled to tackle the creation of a small microprocessor (Arduino, etc.) emulator for the MOBIDIC. I found technical specifications for the MOBIDIC 7A and discovered just how different it was to modern computing architecture. Interesting stuff. It's kind of fun learning about things like a Hollerith Constant for character storage, and its implementation in the MOBIDIC.
Learn something new everyday... :)
On Tue, Nov 28, 2017 at 2:39 PM, Evan Koblentz <evan@vcfed.org> wrote:
Ever consider a smaller scale for display purposes?
Well we already have a small scale model made by the Army on display. If we're going to make something, then let's go all the way. :)
As for the emulation, will the design, architecture, components,
programming materials be available to the group
I'll endeavor to get it all onto Bitsavers.
so those interested can
figure out what effort they can or may contribute to the project? Considering the comparable lack of complexity, it could be emulated on an Arduino Mega, Raspberry Pi
Something like that would be great, then we could show people (instead of just telling them), "This whole truck is emulated in a $10 microcontroller."