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Multiple bit per cell dual-alloy GST memory elements

US9490426B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 5, 2014
Grant dateNov 8, 2016
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Expiry dateDec 29, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG11C2213/77
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

In various embodiments, a memory cell for storing two or more bits of information includes two series-connected memory storage elements composed of programmable materials having different melting points, enabling independent programming of the storage elements via different current pulses.

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