Micron technology, inc. (20240265965). PRE-DECODER CIRCUITRY simplified abstract
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PRE-DECODER CIRCUITRY
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Inventor(s)
Vijayakrishna J. Vankayala of Allen TX (US)
Hari Giduturi of Folsom CA (US)
Jeffrey E. Koelling of Fairview TX (US)
Mingdong Cui of Folsom CA (US)
Ramachandra Rao Jogu of McKinney TX (US)
PRE-DECODER CIRCUITRY - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240265965 titled 'PRE-DECODER CIRCUITRY
The present disclosure pertains to apparatuses, methods, and systems for pre-decoder circuitry in memory arrays.
- Memory array with multiple memory cells
- Decoder circuitry connected to the memory array
- Decoder circuitry consists of a p-type transistor, a first n-type transistor, and a second n-type transistor
- Pre-decoder circuitry sets bias conditions for the gates of the transistors to generate a selection signal for memory cells
- Bias conditions include zero volts for the first and second gates, positive configuration for memory cells, and negative voltage for the third gate in a negative configuration for memory cells
Potential Applications: - Semiconductor industry for memory storage devices - Computer hardware for faster data retrieval - Consumer electronics for improved performance
Problems Solved: - Efficient selection of memory cells - Enhanced data processing speed - Reduction in power consumption
Benefits: - Faster data access - Lower power usage - Improved overall system performance
Commercial Applications: Title: "Enhanced Memory Array Pre-decoder Circuitry for Improved Data Access" This technology can be utilized in: - Solid-state drives - Random access memory modules - Embedded systems
Prior Art: Readers can explore prior patents related to memory array circuitry, pre-decoder technologies, and semiconductor memory devices.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in memory array circuitry, semiconductor technologies, and data processing systems.
Questions about Memory Array Pre-decoder Circuitry: 1. How does pre-decoder circuitry improve memory access speed?
- Pre-decoder circuitry optimizes the selection process for memory cells, reducing access time.
2. What are the key components of pre-decoder circuitry in memory arrays?
- The key components include transistors with specific gate configurations to generate selection signals efficiently.
Original Abstract Submitted
the present disclosure includes apparatuses, methods, and systems for pre-decoder circuitry. an embodiment includes a memory array including a plurality of memory cells, decoder circuitry coupled to the memory array, wherein the decoder circuitry comprises a p-type transistor having a first gate, a first n-type transistor having a second gate, and a second n-type transistor having a third gate, and pre-decoder circuitry configured to provide a bias condition for the first gate, the second gate, and the third gate to provide a selection signal to one of the plurality of memory cells, wherein the bias condition comprises zero volts for the first gate, the second gate, and the third gate for a positive configuration for the memory cells and a negative voltage for the third gate and zero volts for the first gate and the second gate for a negative configuration for the memory cells.
