Time sharing of hybrid computers using electronic patching
R. M. Howe, Richard A. Moran, Thomas D. Berge · 1970
Ever since the introduction of patchboards for allowing storage of analog computer programs, the desirability of having a remotely-controlled switch matrix to replace the analog patchboard has been evident. Only recently, however, has automatic patching received widespread interest and study. One reason for this is the current widespread availability of hybrid computer systems, with the result that the automatic-patching program can be stored and implemented through the general purpose digital computer. Not only have hybrid computers made automatic patching of the analog subsystem, therefore, more feasible, but also hybrid computers have emphasized the desirability of having automatic patching.