The World’s First Microprocessor: F-14 Central Air Data Computer

The history of the first microprocessor is murky and ill-defined. For years, the Intel 4004 was generally accepted to hold the title. However, in 1998, the historical record was rewritten as the existence of an earlier system was revealed to the world. In this video, we’ll learn about the MP944, and why many now consider it the first microprocessor. Regardless of whether it was or not, it was extremely complex for its day. 3D Modelling by Artem Tatarchenko: Sources available at: F-14 footage from US National Archives Thumbnail inspired by: Mainframe computer footage from: :Opening_gemeenschappelijk_administratie_kantoor_in_Amsterdam- IBM 1401 Model by Breno Valli: PDP-1 Model by eastcoastinteractive: VW Beetle model by hegedusflorin: Intro music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio: 00:00 Intro 04:35 The need for a flight computer 13:45 What IS a microprocessor? 24:30 MP944 Capability 28:40 System architecture 41:00 Programming the CADC 45:42 Intel 4004, the next best thing 52:01 Conclusions