Micron technology, inc. (20240219994). UNIFIED SEQUENCER CONCURRENCY CONTROLLER FOR A MEMORY SUB-SYSTEM simplified abstract
Contents
- 1 UNIFIED SEQUENCER CONCURRENCY CONTROLLER FOR A MEMORY SUB-SYSTEM
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 UNIFIED SEQUENCER CONCURRENCY CONTROLLER FOR A MEMORY SUB-SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Key Features and Innovation
- 1.6 Potential Applications
- 1.7 Problems Solved
- 1.8 Benefits
- 1.9 Commercial Applications
- 1.10 Questions about Temperature-based Power Management
- 1.11 Original Abstract Submitted
UNIFIED SEQUENCER CONCURRENCY CONTROLLER FOR A MEMORY SUB-SYSTEM
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Fangfang Zhu of San Jose CA (US)
Jiangli Zhu of San Jose CA (US)
Ying Y. Tai of Mountain View CA (US)
UNIFIED SEQUENCER CONCURRENCY CONTROLLER FOR A MEMORY SUB-SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240219994 titled 'UNIFIED SEQUENCER CONCURRENCY CONTROLLER FOR A MEMORY SUB-SYSTEM
Simplified Explanation
The patent application involves identifying a temperature value associated with a memory device, determining a power limit based on this temperature value, and entering a power-limited mode if the current power usage level exceeds this limit.
- Temperature value associated with memory device identified
- Power limit determined based on temperature value
- Current power usage level of memory device determined
- Power-limited mode activated if current power usage level exceeds limit
Key Features and Innovation
- Temperature-based power limit for memory device
- Dynamic adjustment of power usage based on temperature
- Efficient power management for memory devices
Potential Applications
This technology can be applied in various electronic devices that use memory modules, such as computers, smartphones, and servers. It can help improve energy efficiency and prevent overheating in these devices.
Problems Solved
- Overheating of memory devices
- Inefficient power usage
- Lack of dynamic power management in memory devices
Benefits
- Improved energy efficiency
- Prevention of overheating
- Extended lifespan of memory devices
Commercial Applications
- Data centers
- Consumer electronics
- Industrial automation
Questions about Temperature-based Power Management
How does temperature affect the power usage of memory devices?
Temperature can impact the power consumption of memory devices by influencing the resistance and leakage currents within the components. Higher temperatures can lead to increased power usage.
What are the advantages of entering a power-limited mode based on temperature values?
Entering a power-limited mode based on temperature values can help prevent overheating, improve energy efficiency, and prolong the lifespan of memory devices.
Original Abstract Submitted
a temperature value associated with a memory device is identified. a power limit for the memory device is determined based on the temperature value. a current power usage level of the memory device is determined. responsive to determining that the current power usage level of the memory device does not satisfy the power limit, a power-limited mode for the memory device is determined to be entered.
