18124338. MEMORY TIMING CHARACTERIZATION CIRCUITRY simplified abstract (Intel Corporation)
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MEMORY TIMING CHARACTERIZATION CIRCUITRY
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Inventor(s)
Amit Agarwal of Hillsboro OR (US)
Steven K. Hsu of Lake Oswego OR (US)
Mark A. Anders of Hillsboro OR (US)
Ram Kumar Krishnamurthy of Portland OR (US)
MEMORY TIMING CHARACTERIZATION CIRCUITRY - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18124338 titled 'MEMORY TIMING CHARACTERIZATION CIRCUITRY
The apparatus described in the abstract includes multiple delay generators and three sets of flip-flop circuits, each serving a specific function in the system.
- The delay generators consist of a data delay generator, an enable delay generator, and a reference delay generator, each responsible for generating specific delayed signals.
- The first set of flip-flop circuits receives the delayed data input signal from the data delay generator and provides it to the memory circuit's data input terminals.
- The second set of flip-flop circuits receives the delayed enable signal from the enable delay generator and provides it to the memory circuit's enable terminals.
- The third set of flip-flop circuits is connected to the memory circuit's output terminal.
- The reference delay generator ensures that all flip-flop circuits receive a synchronized clock signal for proper operation.
Key Features and Innovation: - Utilization of multiple delay generators for precise signal timing. - Integration of different sets of flip-flop circuits for handling various signals in the system. - Synchronized clock signal distribution for accurate data processing.
Potential Applications: - Memory circuits - Data processing systems - Signal timing applications
Problems Solved: - Ensuring precise signal timing in a complex system - Synchronizing multiple signals for accurate data processing
Benefits: - Improved data processing accuracy - Enhanced system reliability - Efficient signal timing control
Commercial Applications: Title: Signal Timing Control System for Memory Circuits This technology can be applied in various industries such as telecommunications, computer hardware, and automotive electronics for optimizing signal timing in memory circuits.
Prior Art: Readers can explore prior art related to signal timing control systems, memory circuits, and flip-flop circuits in the field of digital electronics.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on the latest advancements in signal timing control systems, memory circuit technologies, and flip-flop circuit designs to enhance your understanding of this innovative technology.
Questions about Signal Timing Control Systems: 1. How does the synchronization of clock signals impact the overall performance of memory circuits? 2. What are the potential challenges in implementing a complex signal timing control system in real-time applications?
Original Abstract Submitted
An apparatus includes a plurality of delay generators, a first plurality of flip-flop circuits, a second plurality of flip-flop circuits, and a third plurality of flip-flop circuits. The plurality of delay generators includes a data delay generator, an enable delay generator, and a reference delay generator. The first plurality of flip-flop circuits is coupled to the data delay generator to receive a delayed data input signal, and provide the delayed data input signal to a plurality of data input terminals of a memory circuit. The second plurality of flip-flop circuits is coupled to the enable delay generator to receive a delayed enable signal and provide the delayed enable signal to a plurality of enable terminals of the memory circuit. The third plurality of flip-flop circuits is coupled to an output terminal of the memory circuit. The reference delay generator provides a synchronized clock signal to the flip-flop circuits.
