Set programming methods and write driver circuits for a phase-change memory array
US7480167B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 31, 2006 |
| Grant date | Jan 20, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 31, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG11C2013/0092
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Exemplary embodiments of the present invention provide set programming methods and write driver circuits for a phase-change memory array. An exemplary embodiment of a set programming method may comprise applying a set current pulse to the phase-change cells, which may cause phase-change cells, which may be included within the phase-change memory array, to transition to the set resistance state. Exemplary embodiments of the set programming methods and/or write driver circuits may result in the phase-change cells to transition to the set resistance state.
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