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Read-only memory (ROM) bitcell, array, and architecture

US8406031B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 16, 2010
Grant dateMar 26, 2013
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Expiry dateJan 26, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG11C17/12
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Embodiments provide improved memory bitcells, memory arrays, and memory architectures. In an embodiment, a memory cell comprises a transistor having drain, source, and gate terminals; and a plurality of program nodes, with each of the program nodes charged to a pre-determined voltage and coupled to a respective one of a plurality of bit lines.

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