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Read/write memory arrays and methods with predetermined and retrievable latent-state patterns

US6683804B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateJul 16, 2002
Grant dateJan 27, 2004
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Expiry dateJul 16, 2022

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG11C11/419
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Static read/write memory structures are provided that include predetermined latent-state patterns which can be retrieved with a latent-state retrieve process that differs somewhat from a conventional write process. The patterns are realized with threshold-voltage differences and they significantly enhance flexibility of memory allocation without increasing memory area nor significantly altering conventional read/write processes.

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