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Memory architecture with local and global control circuitry

US9542997B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 7, 2015
Grant dateJan 10, 2017
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Expiry dateOct 7, 2035

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 data latch operable to receive a sensed data state from the local sense amplifier.

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