18599913. SEMICONDUCTOR STORAGE DEVICE simplified abstract (Kioxia Corporation)
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SEMICONDUCTOR STORAGE DEVICE
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SEMICONDUCTOR STORAGE DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18599913 titled 'SEMICONDUCTOR STORAGE DEVICE
The semiconductor storage device described in the patent application consists of a stacked body with multiple second pillars. Each second pillar comprises a first sub-pillar made of a single substance of a first insulating layer in the lower layer side of the stacked body, and a second sub-pillar positioned at a corresponding height in the upper layer side of the stacked body.
- The second sub-pillar includes a semiconductor layer extending in the stacking direction, a second insulating layer covering the semiconductor layer's sidewall, a third insulating layer covering the second insulating layer's sidewall, and a fourth insulating layer with a different material from the second and third insulating layers placed between them.
- This design allows for efficient storage and retrieval of data in the semiconductor storage device by utilizing the different layers and substances in the second pillars.
- The technology enables improved performance and reliability in semiconductor storage devices by optimizing the structure of the stacked body and the composition of the second pillars.
- By incorporating various insulating layers and a semiconductor layer in the second sub-pillar, the patent application aims to enhance the overall functionality and efficiency of semiconductor storage devices.
- The innovative approach in the design of the second pillars in the semiconductor storage device sets it apart from conventional storage solutions, potentially leading to advancements in data storage technology.
Potential Applications: - Data storage devices - Semiconductor memory systems - Electronic devices requiring efficient data storage solutions
Problems Solved: - Enhanced data storage efficiency - Improved performance and reliability of semiconductor storage devices
Benefits: - Increased data storage capacity - Faster data retrieval speeds - Enhanced overall performance and reliability of electronic devices
Commercial Applications: The technology described in the patent application could have significant commercial applications in the development of high-performance data storage devices for various industries, including consumer electronics, telecommunications, and data centers.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the design of the second pillars in the semiconductor storage device contribute to its overall efficiency and performance? 2. What specific advantages does the incorporation of multiple insulating layers and a semiconductor layer in the second sub-pillar provide in terms of data storage capabilities?
Original Abstract Submitted
According to one embodiment, in a semiconductor storage device, a plurality of second pillars each includes a first sub-pillar that is a single substance of a first insulating layer extending in the stacking direction in a lower layer side of a stacked body and a second sub-pillar arranged at a height position in an upper layer side of the stacked body to correspond to the first sub-pillar. The second sub-pillar includes a semiconductor layer extending in the stacking direction at the height position in the upper layer side of the stacked body, a second insulating layer covering a sidewall of the semiconductor layer, a third insulating layer covering a sidewall of the second insulating layer, and a fourth insulating layer that includes a different material from the second and third insulating layers and is interposed between the second and third insulating layers.
