title: Calculate exponents via addition only
body: <p>We're writing a very simple program to execute on a processor we've built for a class. It doesn't have the capability to multiply or divide. We do however, had support for addition, subtraction, and, or, and branching for loop control (like branch on equal if you are familiar with MIPS). We were thinking a neat program to run on it would be some sort of x^n program. Of course, those numbers would have to be hardcoded, but given the limitations of our processor, is it realistic?</p>
  
  <p>Is there an addition only calculation for exponents?
  Thanks.</p>