Programmable sense amplifier multiplexer circuit with dynamic latching mode
US7443751B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 22, 2006 |
| Grant date | Oct 28, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 22, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG11C2207/005
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Multiplexer control logic is provided for a semiconductor memory device that combines the function of programmable disconnect-state with a dynamic or dynamic latching mode that operates during self-refresh. The programmable disconnect state disconnects the sense amplifier from a memory array segment when it is unselected. When a memory array segment is being accessed, (such as during self-refresh), the multiplexers are latched into a selected state thereby eliminating the multiplexer switching current while the memory array segment is being accessed.
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