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Process tolerant large-swing sense amplfier with latching capability

US8446791B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 3, 2010
Grant dateMay 21, 2013
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Expiry dateAug 2, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG11C7/12
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A process-tolerant large-swing sense amplifier with latching capability includes top-array and bottom-array access. The sense amplifier provides improved tolerance to process variation, reduces design complexity, reduces power consumption, and reduces the physical footprint of the circuit. In addition, the sense amplifier provides write-through functionality through the read data bus.

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