18158076. MEMORY DEVICE HAVING A NEGATIVE VOLTAGE CIRCUIT simplified abstract (TAIWAN SEMICONDUCTOR MANUFACTURING COMPANY, LTD.)

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MEMORY DEVICE HAVING A NEGATIVE VOLTAGE CIRCUIT

Organization Name

TAIWAN SEMICONDUCTOR MANUFACTURING COMPANY, LTD.

Inventor(s)

Yi-Hsin Nien of Hsinchu (TW)

Hidehiro Fujiwara of Hsinchu (TW)

Chih-Yu Lin of Taichung City (TW)

Yen-Huei Chen of Jhudong Township (TW)

MEMORY DEVICE HAVING A NEGATIVE VOLTAGE CIRCUIT - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18158076 titled 'MEMORY DEVICE HAVING A NEGATIVE VOLTAGE CIRCUIT

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes a memory device and a method for operating the memory device. Here is a simplified explanation of the abstract:

  • The memory device consists of a memory cell and a bit line connected to the memory cell.
  • A negative voltage generator is connected to the bit line.
  • The negative voltage generator can provide a first write path for the bit line when enabled.
  • A control circuit is connected to the negative voltage generator and the bit line.
  • The control circuit can provide a second write path for the bit line when the negative voltage generator is not enabled.

Potential applications of this technology:

  • Memory devices in electronic devices such as computers, smartphones, and tablets.
  • Data storage in various industries including telecommunications, automotive, and aerospace.

Problems solved by this technology:

  • Efficient write operations in memory devices.
  • Reducing power consumption during write operations.

Benefits of this technology:

  • Improved performance and reliability of memory devices.
  • Reduced power consumption and energy efficiency.
  • Enhanced data storage capabilities.


Original Abstract Submitted

A memory device and a method for operating the memory device are provided. The memory device includes a memory cell and a bit line connected to the memory cell. A negative voltage generator is connected to the bit line. The negative voltage generator, when enabled, is operative to provide a first write path for the bit line. A control circuit is connected to the negative voltage generator and the bit line. The control circuit is operative to provide a second write path for the bit line when the negative voltage generator is not enabled.