Multiplexers in Digital Logic

A multiplexer is a combinational circuit that has many data inputs and a single output, depending on control or select inputs. For N input lines, log2(N) selection lines are required, or equivalently, for 2^n input lines, n selection lines are needed. Multiplexers are also known as “N-to-1 selectors,” parallel-to-serial converters, many-to-one circuits, and universal logic circuits. They are mainly used to increase the amount of data that can be sent over a network within a certain amount of time and bandwidth.

 

Now the implementation of 4:1 Multiplexer using truth table and gates. 

 

 

Multiplexer can act as universal combinational circuit. All the standard logic gates can be implemented with multiplexers. 

 

a) Implementation of NOT gate using 2 : 1 Mux

NOT Gate : 

 

We can analyze it 
Y = x’.1 + x.0 = x’ 
It is NOT Gate using 2:1 MUX. 
The implementation of NOT gate is done using &#x201cn&#x201d selection lines. It cannot be implemented using &#x201cn-1&#x201d selection lines. Only NOT gate cannot be implemented using &#x201cn-1&#x201d selection lines. 

  
 

b) Implementation of AND gate using 2 : 1 Mux

AND GATE 

 

This implementation is done using &#x201cn-1&#x201d selection lines. 

  
 

c) Implementation of OR gate using 2 : 1 Mux using &#x201cn-1&#x201d selection lines.

OR GATE 

 

Implementation of NAND, NOR, XOR and XNOR gates requires two 2:1 Mux. First multiplexer will act as NOT gate which will provide complemented input to the second multiplexer. 
 

d) Implementation of NAND gate using 2 : 1 Mux

NAND GATE 

 

 

e) Implementation of NOR gate using 2 : 1 Mux

NOR GATE 

 

 

f) Implementation of EX-OR gate using 2 : 1 Mux

EX-OR GATE 

 

 

g) Implementation of EX-NOR gate using 2 : 1 Mux

EX-NOR GATE 

 

Implementation of Higher order MUX using lower order MUX 
 

a) 4 : 1 MUX using 2 : 1 MUX

Three(3) ???? : 1 MUX are required to implement 4 : 1 MUX. 

 

Similarly, 

While 8 : 1 MUX require seven(7) ???? : 1 MUX, 16 : 1 MUX require fifteen(15) ???? :1 MUX, 64 : 1 MUX requires sixty three(63)&#x200b 2 : 1 MUX. 
Hence, we can draw a conclusion, 
2ⁿ : 1 MUX requires (2^n – 1) 2 : 1 MUX. 
 

b) 16 : 1 MUX using 4 : 1 MUX

 

In general, to implement B : 1 MUX using A : 1 MUX , one formula is used to implement the same. 
B / A = K1, 
K1/ A = K2, 
K2/ A = K3 

……………… 

K_N-1 / A = K_N = 1 (till we obtain 1 count of MUX). 

And then add all the numbers of MUXes = K1 + K2 + K3 + …. + K_N. 
For example&#x200b : To implement 64 : 1 MUX using 4 : 1 MUX 
Using the above formula, we can obtain the same. 
64 / 4 = 16 
16 / 4 = 4 
4 / 4 = 1 (till we obtain 1 count of MUX) 
Hence, total number of 4 : 1 MUX are required to implement 64 : 1 MUX = 16 + 4 + 1 = 21. 

An example to implement a boolean function if minimal and don’t care terms are given using MUX&#x200b. 
f ( A, B, C) = ? ( 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 ) with don&#x2019t care (7) using 4 : 1 MUX using as 
a) AB as select : ????xpanding the minterms to its boolean form and will see its 0 or 1 value in Cth place so that they can be placed in that manner. 

 

b) AC as select : Expanding the minterms to its boolean form and will see its 0 or 1 value in Bth place so that they can be place in that manner. 

 

c) BC as select : ????xpanding the minterms to its boolean form and will see its 0 or 1 value in A^th place so that they can be place in that manner. 

 

 

Advantages and disadvantages of Multiplexers in Digital Logic:

 Advantages of Multiplexers in Digital Logic:

1.Space-saving: Multiplexers consider numerous signs to be directed through a solitary channel, which recoveries space in computerized circuits.

2.Cost-successful: Multiplexers can assist with decreasing the expense of Advanced circuits by diminishing the quantity of parts required.

3.Time-saving: Multiplexers can save time in computerized circuits by decreasing the quantity of parts that should be wired together, subsequently diminishing the intricacy of the circuit.

4.Flexibility: Multiplexers are profoundly adaptable and can be utilized in a great many applications

 Disadvantages of Multiplexers in Digital Logic:

1.Limited number of data sources: The quantity of sources of info that can be taken care of by a multiplexer is restricted by the quantity of control lines, which can be a disservice in certain applications.

2.Delay: Multiplexers can present some postpone in the sign way, which can influence the exhibition of the circuit.

3.Complex control rationale: The control rationale for multiplexers can be perplexing, particularly for bigger multiplexers with an enormous number of data sources.

4.Power utilization: Multiplexers can consume more power contrasted with other straightforward rationale entryways, particularly when they have countless data sources.