Apple inc. (20240211151). Concurrent Write Data Strobe and Reference Voltage Calibrations simplified abstract
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Concurrent Write Data Strobe and Reference Voltage Calibrations
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Inventor(s)
Robert E. Jeter of Santa Clara CA (US)
Jingkui Zheng of Sunnyvale CA (US)
David A. Knopf of San Jose CA (US)
Satish B. Dulam of Sunnyvale CA (US)
Kai Lun Hsiung of Fremont CA (US)
Venkata Ramana Malladi of Santa Clara CA (US)
Rahul Ranjan of Campbell CA (US)
Concurrent Write Data Strobe and Reference Voltage Calibrations - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240211151 titled 'Concurrent Write Data Strobe and Reference Voltage Calibrations
Simplified Explanation: The patent application describes an apparatus that allows for the calibration of a write data strobe and a reference voltage simultaneously. A memory controller circuit sends a command to the memory to calibrate the write clock signal, adjusts the delay applied to the signal based on the calibration value received, and performs a reference voltage calibration concurrently.
- Memory controller circuit calibrates the write clock signal and reference voltage simultaneously
- Calibration circuit initiates calibration of the write clock signal in memory
- Delay circuit adjusts the delay applied to the write clock signal based on calibration value
- Calibration circuit completes calibration by adjusting the delay
- Reference voltage calibration is performed concurrently with the write clock signal calibration
Potential Applications: This technology can be applied in memory systems, data storage devices, and other electronic devices where precise timing and voltage calibration are crucial.
Problems Solved: This technology solves the problem of accurately calibrating the write clock signal and reference voltage in memory systems, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
Benefits: - Improved accuracy in write clock signal calibration - Simultaneous calibration of write clock signal and reference voltage - Enhanced performance and reliability of memory systems
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Memory Controller Circuit for Simultaneous Calibration This technology can be utilized in the manufacturing of memory modules, data centers, and high-performance computing systems to optimize memory performance and reliability.
Prior Art: Prior art related to this technology may include patents or research papers on memory calibration circuits, voltage calibration methods, and memory controller innovations.
Frequently Updated Research: Researchers may be exploring advancements in memory calibration techniques, integration of calibration circuits in memory systems, and the impact of simultaneous calibration on overall system performance.
Questions about Memory Calibration: 1. How does simultaneous calibration of write clock signal and reference voltage benefit memory systems? 2. What are the potential challenges in implementing simultaneous calibration in memory controllers?
Original Abstract Submitted
an apparatus for performing a write data strobe concurrent with a reference voltage calibration is disclosed. a memory controller circuit is configured to convey a write clock signal to a memory. the memory controller circuit includes a calibration circuit configured to send a first command to memory to initiate a calibration of the write clock signal and, after an amount of time has elapsed, receive a calibration value from the memory. the memory controller further includes a delay circuit configured to apply a delay to the write clock signal, wherein the calibration circuit is configured to complete calibration of the write clock signal by adjusting the delay applied to the write clock signal in accordance with the calibration value. the calibration circuit is further configured to perform a reference voltage calibration concurrent with the calibration of the write clock signal.
