Memory architecture with local and global control circuitry
US9159385B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 14, 2014 |
| Grant date | Oct 13, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 14, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02D10/00
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A system includes a memory block. The memory block includes a local control circuit that is operable to control a memory operation of the memory block. The local control circuit includes a local sense amplifier. The system also includes a global memory control circuit separate from the memory block, and the global memory control circuit is operable to communicate with the local control circuit. The global memory control circuit includes a global sense amplifier operable to receive a sensed data state from the local sense amplifier.
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