17831266. CELL VOLTAGE DROP COMPENSATION CIRCUIT simplified abstract (Micron Technology, Inc.)
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CELL VOLTAGE DROP COMPENSATION CIRCUIT
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Inventor(s)
Mingdong Cui of Folsom CA (US)
CELL VOLTAGE DROP COMPENSATION CIRCUIT - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17831266 titled 'CELL VOLTAGE DROP COMPENSATION CIRCUIT
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a circuit that includes various components such as a memory cell, a source follower, a voltage source, an operational amplifier, and a replica source follower. These components are interconnected to perform certain functions within the circuit.
- The circuit includes a memory cell, which is a component used to store and retrieve data.
- A source follower is connected to the memory cell, allowing the memory cell to communicate with other parts of the circuit.
- A voltage source is used to provide a stable voltage reference for the circuit.
- An operational amplifier is included in the circuit, with its non-inverting input connected to the voltage source. The operational amplifier amplifies the voltage difference between its inputs.
- A replica source follower is connected to the output of the operational amplifier and its source terminal is connected to the inverting input of the operational amplifier via a feedback loop. This configuration helps in achieving certain desired characteristics or performance of the circuit.
Potential Applications
- This circuit design can be used in various electronic devices that require memory storage and retrieval, such as computers, smartphones, and other digital devices.
- It can be utilized in integrated circuits for data processing, signal amplification, or other applications where memory cells and operational amplifiers are needed.
Problems Solved
- The circuit provides a solution for integrating memory cells and operational amplifiers in a compact and efficient manner.
- It addresses the challenge of achieving desired performance characteristics, such as stability and amplification, in a circuit design.
Benefits
- The circuit design allows for efficient communication between memory cells and other components of the circuit.
- It provides stability and amplification capabilities through the use of operational amplifiers.
- The compact design of the circuit enables integration into various electronic devices, saving space and reducing manufacturing costs.
Original Abstract Submitted
In some aspects, the techniques described herein relate to a circuit including: a memory cell; a source follower, a source terminal of the source follower communicatively coupled to the memory cell; a voltage source; an operational amplifier, a non-inverting input of the operational amplifier communicatively coupled to the voltage source; and a replica source follower, a gate of the replica source follower communicatively coupled to an output of the operational amplifier and a source terminal of the replica source follower communicatively coupled to an inverting input of the operational amplifier via a feedback loop.
