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Memory element with nitrogen-containing active layer

US7208757B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateDec 23, 2004
Grant dateApr 24, 2007
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Expiry dateFeb 16, 2025

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG11C2213/34
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

The present memory structure includes first and second electrodes, a passive layer, and an active layer containing nitrogen, the passive and active layers being between the first and second electrodes. Metal ions in the active layer bind to the nitrogen thereof, enhancing retention of the metal ions in the active layer for improved, stable data retention.

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