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=MEMORY DEVICE, A CONTROLLER FOR CONTROLLING THE SAME, A MEMORY SYSTEM INCLUDING THE SAME, AND AN OPERATING METHOD OF THE SAME=


==Organization Name==

[[:Category:samsung electronics co., ltd.|samsung electronics co., ltd.]]


[[Category:samsung electronics co., ltd.]]

==Inventor(s)==

[[:Category:Yesin Ryu of Seoul (KR)|Yesin Ryu of Seoul (KR)]][[Category:Yesin Ryu of Seoul (KR)]]

[[:Category:Sunggi Ahn of Jinju-si (KR)|Sunggi Ahn of Jinju-si (KR)]][[Category:Sunggi Ahn of Jinju-si (KR)]]

[[:Category:Jaeyoun Youn of Seoul (KR)|Jaeyoun Youn of Seoul (KR)]][[Category:Jaeyoun Youn of Seoul (KR)]]

==MEMORY DEVICE, A CONTROLLER FOR CONTROLLING THE SAME, A MEMORY SYSTEM INCLUDING THE SAME, AND AN OPERATING METHOD OF THE SAME - A simplified explanation of the abstract==


This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240095122 titled 'MEMORY DEVICE, A CONTROLLER FOR CONTROLLING THE SAME, A MEMORY SYSTEM INCLUDING THE SAME, AND AN OPERATING METHOD OF THE SAME

==Simplified Explanation==

The memory device described in the abstract includes a memory cell array, an error correction circuit, and an error check and scrub (ECS) circuit. The ECS circuit is responsible for performing a scrubbing operation on the memory cell array, storing error addresses, and receiving page offline addresses from an external device.

* Memory cell array with memory cells at intersections of wordlines and bitlines
* Error correction circuit for reading data from memory cell array and correcting errors
* ECS circuit with a first register for storing error addresses and a second register for storing page offline addresses

== Potential Applications ==
This technology could be applied in various data storage systems where error correction and data integrity are crucial, such as in servers, data centers, and high-performance computing systems.

== Problems Solved ==
1. Data corruption and errors in memory cells
2. Ensuring data integrity and reliability in memory storage systems

== Benefits ==
1. Improved data reliability and integrity
2. Enhanced error correction capabilities
3. Increased overall system performance and efficiency

== Potential Commercial Applications ==
"Error Correction and Scrub Circuit for Memory Devices" could find applications in industries that rely on high-speed and reliable data storage, such as cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and telecommunications.

== Possible Prior Art ==
One possible prior art could be the use of error correction codes in memory devices to detect and correct errors in stored data. Additionally, scrubbing operations have been used in memory systems to proactively identify and correct errors before they cause data corruption.

=== What is the impact of this technology on data storage systems? ===

This technology significantly improves data reliability and integrity in memory storage systems, reducing the risk of data corruption and errors. It enhances error correction capabilities, ensuring that stored data remains accurate and consistent.

=== How does this technology contribute to overall system performance? ===

By proactively performing scrubbing operations and correcting errors in memory cells, this technology helps maintain the efficiency and reliability of data storage systems. It minimizes the impact of errors on system performance, ensuring smooth operation and data integrity.


==Original Abstract Submitted==

a memory device including: a memory cell array including a plurality of memory cells disposed at intersections of wordlines and bitlines; an error correction circuit configured to read data from the memory cell array and to correct an error in the read data; and an error check and scrub (ecs) circuit configured to perform a scrubbing operation on the memory cell array, wherein the ecs circuit includes: a first register configured to store an error address obtained in the scrubbing operation; and a second register configured to store a page offline address received from an external device.



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