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1958- RCA Ferrite Core Memory from RCA 501 (5/2024)Tags
RCADescription
The RCA 501, a pioneering transistor computer, was manufactured by RCA beginning in 1958. It marked a significant milestone as one of the first all-transistor computers. Designed by industrial designer John Vassos, it featured advanced manufacturing techniques like pluggable card units and high-speed magnetic-core memory. The United States Air Force, US Navy, and other organizations adopted this cutting-edge system. Its modular design and color-coded controls made it a standout in early solid-state electronic computing
