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Controlled localized defect paths for resistive memories

US8420478B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 30, 2009
Grant dateApr 16, 2013
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Expiry dateAug 18, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH10B63/80
  • WIPO fieldSemiconductors
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Controlled localized defect paths for resistive memories are described, including a method for forming controlled localized defect paths including forming a first electrode forming a metal oxide layer on the first electrode, masking the metal oxide to create exposed regions and concealed regions of a surface of the metal oxide, and altering the exposed regions of the metal oxide to create localized defect paths beneath the exposed regions.

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