Etched Crystal Logic Modules

This whitepaper introduces a modular computing architecture based on etched crystal components that transmit light or minimal electrical signals through standardized geometries. By leveraging the natural stability, clarity, and resistance properties of crystalline materials, these modules can encode basic computational commands without solder, PCB traces, or semiconductor fabrication. The result is a durable, visually diagnosable, and environmentally tolerant system that reduces failure points and simplifies repair. This Version 1 document establishes the foundational principles of the architecture and outlines its potential for future expansion.

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Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Published
2026-05-16
DOI
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.20248600
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Semiconductor materials and devices
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Etched Crystal Logic Modules

Jerry Opp
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Semiconductor materials and devices
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Etched Crystal Logic Modules

Jerry Opp
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Abstract

This whitepaper introduces a modular computing architecture based on etched crystal components that transmit light or minimal electrical signals through standardized geometries. By leveraging the natural stability, clarity, and resistance properties of crystalline materials, these modules can encode basic computational commands without solder, PCB traces, or semiconductor fabrication. The result is a durable, visually diagnosable, and environmentally tolerant system that reduces failure points and simplifies repair. This Version 1 document establishes the foundational principles of the architecture and outlines its potential for future expansion.

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