18615497. SENSE AMPLIFIER CIRCUIT AND METHOD simplified abstract (TAIWAN SEMICONDUCTOR MANUFACTURING COMPANY, LTD.)
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SENSE AMPLIFIER CIRCUIT AND METHOD
Organization Name
TAIWAN SEMICONDUCTOR MANUFACTURING COMPANY, LTD.
Inventor(s)
Meng-Fan Chang of Hsinchu (TW)
SENSE AMPLIFIER CIRCUIT AND METHOD - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18615497 titled 'SENSE AMPLIFIER CIRCUIT AND METHOD
The circuit described in the patent application includes various components such as data lines, sense amplifiers, PMOS transistors, capacitive devices, and NMOS transistors.
- The circuit features PMOS transistors coupled with capacitive devices to improve signal processing between data lines and input terminals of the sense amplifier.
- NMOS transistors are strategically placed to selectively ground the PMOS transistors and capacitive devices, enhancing the overall performance of the circuit.
- The configuration of the transistors and capacitive devices allows for efficient data transfer and amplification within the circuit.
Potential Applications:
- This circuit design can be applied in memory systems, data processing units, and communication devices to enhance signal processing capabilities.
- It can be utilized in high-speed data transfer applications where efficient amplification and processing of signals are crucial.
Problems Solved:
- Improves signal processing efficiency and accuracy in electronic circuits.
- Enhances data transfer speeds and overall performance of the circuit.
Benefits:
- Faster data processing and amplification.
- Improved signal integrity and accuracy.
- Enhanced overall performance of electronic devices.
Commercial Applications:
- This technology can be integrated into semiconductor devices, memory systems, and communication equipment to improve data processing speeds and efficiency.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the circuit configuration improve signal processing efficiency? 2. What specific advantages does the integration of PMOS and NMOS transistors bring to the circuit design?
Original Abstract Submitted
A circuit includes first and second data lines, a sense amplifier including first and second input terminals, a first p-type metal-oxide-semiconductor (PMOS) transistor coupled in series with a first capacitive device between the first data line and the second input terminal, a second PMOS transistor coupled in series with a second capacitive device between the second data line and the first input terminal, a third PMOS transistor coupled between the first data line and the first input terminal, a fourth PMOS transistor coupled between the second data line and the second input terminal, a first n-type metal-oxide-semiconductor (NMOS) transistor configured to selectively couple each of the first PMOS transistor and the first capacitive device to a ground node, and a second NMOS transistor configured to selectively couple each of the second PMOS transistor and the second capacitive device to the ground node.
