18442943. ON-DIE CAPACITOR BANKS simplified abstract (Micron Technology, Inc.)
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ON-DIE CAPACITOR BANKS
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Mohammed A. Khan of Boise ID (US)
Michael Wagner of Boise ID (US)
ON-DIE CAPACITOR BANKS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18442943 titled 'ON-DIE CAPACITOR BANKS
The method described in the abstract involves dividing an on-die capacitor of a memory device into multiple capacitor banks, charging these banks sequentially during initialization, detecting when the supply voltage falls below a certain threshold, and then discharging the capacitor banks sequentially to provide power to the memory device in response to the low supply voltage.
- Memory device's on-die capacitor divided into multiple capacitor banks
- Capacitor banks charged sequentially during initialization
- Detection of supply voltage falling below threshold
- Sequential discharge of capacitor banks to power memory device in response to low voltage
Potential Applications: - Memory devices - Power management systems - Integrated circuits
Problems Solved: - Efficient power management in memory devices - Ensuring stable power supply in low voltage situations
Benefits: - Improved reliability of memory devices - Enhanced power efficiency - Extended battery life in portable devices
Commercial Applications: Title: "Innovative Power Management System for Memory Devices" This technology could be utilized in various memory devices, such as smartphones, tablets, and laptops, to optimize power usage and enhance overall performance. It could also be integrated into power management systems for industrial applications.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the sequential charging and discharging of capacitor banks improve power management in memory devices? - The sequential process allows for more efficient utilization of stored power, ensuring a stable power supply even in low voltage situations. 2. What are the potential long-term benefits of implementing this innovative power management system in memory devices? - The long-term benefits include improved reliability, enhanced power efficiency, and extended battery life in portable devices.
Original Abstract Submitted
A method includes dividing an on-die capacitor of a memory device into a plurality of capacitor banks, charging the plurality of capacitor banks sequentially during an initialization of the memory device, determining a supply voltage for the memory device is below a threshold voltage, and discharging the plurality of capacitor banks sequentially to provide power to the memory device in response to determining the supply voltage is below the threshold voltage.
