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Structures and methods for reading out non-volatile memories

US7995398B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 6, 2009
Grant dateAug 9, 2011
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Expiry dateFeb 6, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG11C2207/063
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Non-differential sense amplifier circuitry for reading out Non-Volatile Memories (NVMs) and its operating methods are disclosed. Such non-differential amplifier circuitry requires exceptionally low power and achieves moderate sensing speed, as compared to a conventional sensing scheme.

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