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Multi-bit MTJ memory cell using two variable resistance layers

US9450021B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateNov 24, 2015
Grant dateSep 20, 2016
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Expiry dateNov 24, 2035

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG11C2213/15
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

This technology provides an electronic device. An electronic device in accordance with an implementation of this document includes a semiconductor memory, and the semiconductor memory includes a variable resistance structure including a material having a resistance that is changed by formation or dissipation of conductive filaments; and a Magnetic Tunnel Junction (MTJ) structure inserted in the variable resistance structure and comprising a first magnetic layer having a pinned magnetization direction, a second magnetic layer having a variable magnetization direction, and a tunnel dielectric layer interposed between the first magnetic layer and the second magnetic layer.

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