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Integrated circuits with memory cell test circuits and methods for producing the same

US10381339B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateMar 21, 2018
Grant dateAug 13, 2019
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Expiry dateMar 21, 2038

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG11C7/18
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Integrated circuits and methods of producing the same are provided. In an exemplary embodiment, an integrated circuit includes a first and second dummy memory cell positioned within a dummy memory bank area. A first dummy top electrode overlies the first and second dummy memory cells, and is in electrical communication with the first and second dummy memory cells. A test circuit is in electrical communication with the first dummy top electrode.

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