The RCA 1802 Microprocessors in Space (Artwork, ChipScapes)

This artwork is a mixed media display celebrating the RCA 1802 microprocessor. The COSMAC 1802 was RCA's first single chip microprocessor. The COSMAC architecture was the first microprocessor based on CMOS chip technology. CMOS chips could be suspended to save battery life, operated in extended temperature ranges, and were more tolerant of electronic interference. It is no wonder that the COSMAC was the first microprocessor in space. The 1802 flew on the Galileo spacecraft, and other earth satellites. While only a few COSMACs flew in space, they had wide commercial use. For example, they were used in Chrysler electronic ignitions, RCA and Radio Shack video games, RCA video terminals, Elf computers, and ETI-660 computers. This artwork includes 3 major items. It has a large image of a. On the back are the artists signature and a narrative describing the artwork and the 1802. Also, the artwork includes a RCA 1802 chip in a polyresin 40-lead Dual In-line Package.

These artworks are the creation of. Are photographs taken of computer chips, boards, and other computer artifacts. They are sort of chip landscapes, or. Most often a macro-lens or microscope is used with special lightning to achieve these unique artworks.

Intel, IBM, Fairchild, DEC, Signetics, Intersil, AMD, Zilog, Motorola, MOS, NEC, Texas Instruments, are some of the great chip making companies. Chips like the Intel 4004, MOS 6502, Zilog Z80, AMD 2901, IBM PowerPC and others have changed the way people work and play.

Are dedicated to preserving and sharing these computing and communication technologies that changed the world. Works of Art are fine collectible artworks. Would make a great gift for the nerd, geek, engineer, programmer, IT executive, or just that technology savvy person in your life. Limited edition size of 50 (production may be further limited by lack of availability of artifacts). The artwork is framed in an 11"x14"x1.5 black shadow box frame, with glass. All framing materials are acid free. A narrative about the artwork that includes the artists signature is placed on the back of the artwork. Chips and other artifacts are mounted with threads and/or acid free materials.

Are a new and exciting art form with bright colors, bold patterns, and interesting textures. Have been recognized as unique in their relevance to our cyber culture and our pop culture. My art provides an edge for the decorator in our high-tech society. I can provide swaths of artworks for color matching purposes.

If different colors and sizes are needed for your requirements, let me know. See my FAQ for more information on how I work with decorators.

For more information about ChipScapes. The item "The RCA 1802 Microprocessors in Space (Artwork, ChipScapes)" is in sale since Saturday, March 7, 2015. This item is in the category "Art\Mixed Media Art & Collage Art". The seller is "chipscapes" and is located in Winter Park, Florida. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Subject: Computer Chips
• Type: Collage
• Size: Small (Up to 14in.)
• Style: Impressionist
• Materials: Paper, Silicon, Metal
• Original/Reproduction: Limited Edition