17932073. STORAGE DEVICE simplified abstract (SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.)
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STORAGE DEVICE
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
KYUNGDUK Lee of Seongnam-si (KR)
Younsoo Cheon of Hwaseong-si (KR)
STORAGE DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17932073 titled 'STORAGE DEVICE
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a storage device that includes nonvolatile memories with internal temperature sensors and a memory controller with operation commands defined for different temperatures.
- The storage device has nonvolatile memories with internal temperature sensors and a memory controller with operation commands for different temperatures.
- The memory controller obtains the external temperature value from an external temperature sensor in one cycle and the internal temperature value from the internal temperature sensor in another cycle.
- When the difference between the external and internal temperature values is equal to or less than a threshold, the memory controller determines the temperature range of a target nonvolatile memory based on the external temperature value.
- If the difference exceeds the threshold, the memory controller determines the temperature range based on the internal temperature value.
- The memory controller then provides an operation command corresponding to the determined temperature range to the target nonvolatile memory.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Data storage devices such as solid-state drives (SSDs) and memory cards could benefit from this technology.
- It can be used in various electronic devices that require efficient temperature management for their storage components.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Temperature variations can affect the performance and reliability of nonvolatile memories.
- By dynamically adjusting the operation commands based on the temperature range, this technology helps optimize the performance and lifespan of the storage device.
Benefits of this technology:
- Improved performance and reliability of nonvolatile memories by adjusting operation commands based on temperature.
- Enhanced temperature management for storage devices, leading to better overall device performance and longevity.
Original Abstract Submitted
A storage device includes nonvolatile memories each including an internal temperature sensor; a memory controller configured having a plurality of operation commands defined for different temperature and an external temperature sensor. The memory controller obtains an external temperature value from the external temperature sensor in a first cycle, obtains an internal temperature value of the internal temperature sensor in a second cycle different from the first cycle, determines a temperature range of a target nonvolatile memory based on the external temperature value when a difference between the external temperature value and the internal temperature value is equal to or less than a first threshold value, to determine the temperature range based on the internal temperature value when the difference exceeds the first threshold, and to provide an operation command corresponding to the temperature range to the target nonvolatile memory.
