18447910. Memory Device simplified abstract (Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., Ltd.)

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Memory Device

Organization Name

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., Ltd.

Inventor(s)

Chien-Chen Lin of Kaohsiung City (TW)

Wei Min Chan of Taipei County (TW)

Memory Device - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18447910 titled 'Memory Device

Simplified Explanation

The abstract describes a method of operating a memory device where a clock signal initiates write or read operations, and a power nap period is determined to optimize power consumption.

  • Clock signal initiates write or read operations in memory device
  • Determine power nap period for power optimization
  • Compare power nap period with clock cycle period
  • Generate header control signal to turn off component header if power nap period is less than clock cycle period

Potential Applications

This technology could be applied in various electronic devices where power consumption optimization is crucial, such as smartphones, tablets, laptops, and IoT devices.

Problems Solved

This technology helps in reducing power consumption in memory devices, leading to longer battery life and improved energy efficiency in electronic devices.

Benefits

- Extended battery life in electronic devices - Improved energy efficiency - Enhanced performance by optimizing power consumption

Potential Commercial Applications

"Power Optimization Technology for Memory Devices in Electronic Devices"

Possible Prior Art

There may be prior art related to power optimization techniques in memory devices, but specific examples are not provided in this context.

What is the impact of this technology on battery life in electronic devices?

This technology can significantly extend battery life in electronic devices by optimizing power consumption during idle periods, such as power nap periods.

How does this technology compare to existing power optimization techniques in memory devices?

This technology offers a unique approach by dynamically adjusting power consumption based on the comparison between the power nap period and clock cycle period, which may not be present in other existing techniques.


Original Abstract Submitted

A method of operating a memory device is provided. A clock signal is received. Each clock cycle of the clock signal initiates a write operation or a read operation in a memory device. A power nap period is then determined. The power nap period is compared with a clock cycle period to determine that the power nap period is less than the clock cycle period of the clock signal. A header control signal is generated in response to determining that the power nap period is less than the clock cycle period. The header control signal turns off a header of a component of the memory device.