Adaptive power regulation methods and systems
US10394471B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 24, 2016 |
| Grant date | Aug 27, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 8, 2037 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02D10/00
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Adaptive power regulation methods and systems are disclosed. In one aspect, one or more process sensors for memory elements are provided, which report information relating to inherent speed characteristics of sub-elements within the memory elements. Based on this reported information, a controller ascertains an appropriate power level to insure a proper data retention voltage (DRV) is applied on voltage rails by a power management unit (PMU) circuit. By using the proper DRV based on the speed characteristics of the sub-elements within the memory elements, power conservation is achieved.
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