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Metal structure for a phase-change memory device

US6797979B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 17, 2003
Grant dateSep 28, 2004
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Expiry dateApr 17, 2023

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S438/90

Abstract

The invention relate to a damascene chalcogenide memory cell structure. The damascene chalcogenide memory cell structure is fabricated under conditions that simplify previous process flows. The damascene chalcogenide memory cell structure also prevents volatilization of the chalcogenide memory material.

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