Micron technology, inc. (20240265992). SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE HAVING FUSE ARRAY simplified abstract

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SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE HAVING FUSE ARRAY

Organization Name

micron technology, inc.

Inventor(s)

YASUSHI Matsubara of Isehara (JP)

MINORU Someya of Tokyo (JP)

SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE HAVING FUSE ARRAY - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240265992 titled 'SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE HAVING FUSE ARRAY

The apparatus described in the abstract includes a memory chip with fuse units and a controller chip. Each fuse unit contains a fuse array, a first register, and a second register. The controller is responsible for setting the fuse address and match signal in the registers of selected fuse units, and sending a blow signal to the memory chip to blow specific fuse cells based on the address stored in the second register.

  • Memory chip with fuse units and controller chip
  • Fuse units consist of fuse arrays, first registers, and second registers
  • Controller sets fuse address and match signal in selected fuse units
  • Blow signal sent to memory chip to blow specific fuse cells based on address in second register

Potential Applications: - Memory programming - Security systems - Data encryption

Problems Solved: - Efficient programming of memory chips - Enhanced security measures - Customized data protection

Benefits: - Improved memory chip functionality - Enhanced security features - Customizable data protection options

Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Memory Programming Technology for Enhanced Security This technology can be utilized in various industries such as: - Electronics manufacturing - Information technology - Defense and security sectors

Questions about the technology: 1. How does the blowing of specific fuse cells enhance security measures in memory chips? 2. What are the potential implications of using this technology in data encryption systems?

Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on the latest advancements in memory programming technologies and security measures to ensure optimal performance and protection of data.


Original Abstract Submitted

an apparatus includes a memory chip including a plurality of fuse units, and a controller chip. each fuse unit includes a fuse array having a plurality of fuse cells, a first register, and a second register. the controller is configured to set the fuse address in the second register included in selected one or more of the plurality of fuse units, set the match signal in the first register included in the selected one or more of the plurality of fuse units, and send a blow signal to the memory chip. each of the selected one or more of the plurality of fuse units is configured to blow one of the plurality of fuse cells selected by the fuse address stored in the second register responsive to the blow signal.