Micron technology, inc. (20240203520). SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE HAVING MEMORY CELL ARRAY DIVIDED INTO PLURAL MEMORY MATS simplified abstract

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SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE HAVING MEMORY CELL ARRAY DIVIDED INTO PLURAL MEMORY MATS

Organization Name

micron technology, inc.

Inventor(s)

SUSUMU Takahashi of Sagamihara (JP)

HIROKI Fujisawa of Sagamihara (JP)

SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE HAVING MEMORY CELL ARRAY DIVIDED INTO PLURAL MEMORY MATS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240203520 titled 'SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE HAVING MEMORY CELL ARRAY DIVIDED INTO PLURAL MEMORY MATS

The patent application describes an apparatus with multiple memory mats, each storing user data, and a second memory mat with redundant sections for error correction codes.

  • The apparatus includes a plurality of first memory mats with normal column sections for storing user data.
  • A second memory mat contains first redundant column sections that substitute defective sections in the first memory mats.
  • The second memory mat also includes first bcc column sections for storing error correction codes.

Potential Applications: - Data storage systems - Information technology infrastructure - Error correction mechanisms

Problems Solved: - Addressing defects in memory storage - Enhancing data reliability and integrity

Benefits: - Improved data storage efficiency - Enhanced error correction capabilities - Increased reliability of stored information

Commercial Applications: Title: Enhanced Data Storage and Error Correction System This technology can be utilized in various industries such as telecommunications, cloud computing, and data centers to improve data storage and error correction processes, leading to more reliable and secure information management systems.

Questions about the technology: 1. How does this technology improve data reliability and integrity?

  - This technology enhances data reliability by utilizing redundant sections for error correction codes, ensuring accurate storage and retrieval of information.

2. What are the potential commercial applications of this enhanced data storage system?

  - The technology can be applied in telecommunications, cloud computing, and data centers to optimize data storage and error correction processes for improved information management.


Original Abstract Submitted

an apparatus that includes a plurality of first memory mats each including a plurality of normal column sections each storing user data, and a second memory mat including a plurality of first redundant column sections each substituting a defective one of column sections included in the plurality of first memory mats and a plurality of first bcc column sections each storing an error correction code.