Design and Implementation of 4-bit ALU using Reversible Logic Gates

  • Unique Paper ID: 171268
  • Volume: 11
  • Issue: 7
  • PageNo: 3473-3478
  • Abstract:
  • Modern computing architectures are evolving toward systems where computational reversibility plays a fundamental role. A key innovation in this domain is the development of a novel arithmetic logic unit (ALU) that maintains complete bidirectional operation capabilities. This advanced ALU architecture employs sophisticated multiplexer configurations and precise control signaling to achieve reversible computation. As a critical component within the central processing unit, this reversible ALU design represents a significant step toward programmable quantum computing systems. The architecture leverages multiplexer-based operation selection, enabling flexible computational pathways while maintaining information preservation. Through implementation of programmable reversible logic gates, this design transcends traditional AND/OR gate limitations. The proposed 4-bit ALU configuration demonstrates enhanced efficiency by utilizing inverted data references, significantly reducing power consumption in logic circuits. The implementation, validated through comprehensive simulation using industry-standard tools including Verilog HDL, ModelSim Altera, and Quartus Prime, confirms the design's viability for next-generation computing applications. This innovative approach represents a crucial advancement in developing energy-efficient, quantum-compatible processing units.

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@article{171268,
        author = {Tanya and Ashwini Gowda H.B and Prateek Kumar and Utsav Anand and Mridul Sisodiya},
        title = {Design and Implementation of 4-bit ALU using Reversible Logic Gates},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2024},
        volume = {11},
        number = {7},
        pages = {3473-3478},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=171268},
        abstract = {Modern computing architectures are evolving toward systems where computational reversibility plays a fundamental role. A key innovation in this domain is the development of a novel arithmetic logic unit (ALU) that maintains complete bidirectional operation capabilities. This advanced ALU architecture employs sophisticated multiplexer configurations and precise control signaling to achieve reversible computation. As a critical component within the central processing unit, this reversible ALU design represents a significant step toward programmable quantum computing systems. The architecture leverages multiplexer-based operation selection, enabling flexible computational pathways while maintaining information preservation. Through implementation of programmable reversible logic gates, this design transcends traditional AND/OR gate limitations. The proposed 4-bit ALU configuration demonstrates enhanced efficiency by utilizing inverted data references, significantly reducing power consumption in logic circuits. The implementation, validated through comprehensive simulation using industry-standard tools including Verilog HDL, ModelSim Altera, and Quartus Prime, confirms the design's viability for next-generation computing applications. This innovative approach represents a crucial advancement in developing energy-efficient, quantum-compatible processing units.},
        keywords = {Reversible logic gate, reversible ALU, Quantum Computing},
        month = {December},
        }

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  • ISSN: 2349-6002
  • Volume: 11
  • Issue: 7
  • PageNo: 3473-3478

Design and Implementation of 4-bit ALU using Reversible Logic Gates

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