Intel 8085
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An 8-bit microprocessor originally developed by Intel.
Why it's here
Placed in Assess: 2 article(s) of evidence from 1 source(s), led by research-stage coverage, with 1 in the last 30 days. Confidence 32%.
Evidence (2)
- 4Hacker News·7/17/2026researchZilog Z80 turns 50
The Zilog Z80, launched in July 1976, is отмечated for its major role in 8-bit microcomputers and embedded systems. The article revisits its influence on CP/M and Microsoft BASIC, its binary compatibility with the Intel 8080/8085, and its long afterlife through clones, derivatives, and continued industrial use.
- 4Hacker News·6/29/2026researchSandia's Rad-Hard SA3000 8085 CPU
The article describes Sandia National Laboratories' effort to recreate the Intel 8085 as a radiation-hardened CMOS chip, resulting in the SA3000. It explains the engineering challenges of converting an HMOS design to CMOS, the higher transistor count, and the support chips Sandia produced for use in harsh environments such as space and defense systems.