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Method and apparatus for testing a memory device

US8884637B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 23, 2013
Grant dateNov 11, 2014
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Expiry dateMay 23, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG11C11/41
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

In a particular embodiment, a method includes receiving a testing activation signal at a controller coupled to a semiconductor device. The method further includes biasing a well of at least one transistor of the semiconductor device in response to the received testing activation signal. The bias is provided by a biasing circuit that is responsive to the controller. While the well is biased, a test of the semiconductor device is performed to generate testing data.

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