2nd order adiabatic computation with 2N-2P and 2N-2N2P logic circuits

Abstract

A new class of adiabatic computing circuits is presented. One advantage of this new kind of circuits over existing approaches is that switching energy can be reduced because no diodes are used. These new circuits also have non-floating output levels over most of the data valid time which is important for restoring logic levels and minimizing problems with crosstalk. These second order adiabatic computing circuits provide an attractive alternative to achieving adiabatic power savings without suffering from many of the limitations of alternative approaches and without costing much more either in terms of complexity or size.