Micron technology, inc. (20240281042). THERMAL CONTROL SYSTEM ON CHIP simplified abstract
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THERMAL CONTROL SYSTEM ON CHIP
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Leon Zlotnik of Camino CA (US)
THERMAL CONTROL SYSTEM ON CHIP - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240281042 titled 'THERMAL CONTROL SYSTEM ON CHIP
The method described in the patent application involves using multiple thermal sensors to measure the temperature of various areas within a memory sub-system. Based on this data, a thermal map is generated to identify areas with a high probability of experiencing a thermal event. The processing circuitry is then utilized to mitigate the thermal load in these high-risk areas.
- Utilizes multiple thermal sensors to measure temperature in different circuit portion areas of a memory sub-system
- Generates a thermal map based on the measured temperature information
- Identifies circuit portion areas with a high probability of experiencing a thermal event
- Utilizes processing circuitry to mitigate the thermal load in high-risk areas
- Aims to prevent thermal events in critical areas of the memory sub-system
Potential Applications: - Data centers - High-performance computing systems - Embedded systems - Mobile devices
Problems Solved: - Preventing thermal events in critical areas of memory sub-systems - Improving overall system reliability and performance
Benefits: - Enhanced system reliability - Increased performance efficiency - Prevention of potential system failures due to overheating
Commercial Applications: Title: Thermal Management System for Memory Sub-Systems This technology can be applied in various industries such as data centers, high-performance computing, and mobile devices to improve thermal management and prevent system failures.
Prior Art: Prior research in thermal management systems for electronic devices and memory sub-systems can provide valuable insights into existing technologies and approaches in this field.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on the latest advancements in thermal management systems for memory sub-systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability in electronic devices.
Questions about Thermal Management Systems for Memory Sub-Systems: 1. How does this technology compare to traditional methods of thermal management in electronic devices? This technology offers a more proactive approach to thermal management by identifying high-risk areas and mitigating thermal loads before potential thermal events occur.
2. What are the potential cost savings associated with implementing this thermal management system in electronic devices? By preventing system failures and improving overall reliability, this technology can lead to cost savings by reducing maintenance and repair expenses.
Original Abstract Submitted
a method includes measuring, by a plurality of thermal sensors coupled to a plurality of circuit portion areas of a memory sub-system, temperature information associated with the plurality of circuit portion areas. the method further includes generating a thermal map based on the measured temperature information associated with the plurality of circuit portion areas and determining, based on the thermal map, that at least one of the circuit portion areas has greater than a threshold probability of experiencing a thermal event. the method further includes operating processing circuitry coupled to the plurality of circuit portion areas to mitigate a thermal load associated with the at least one of the circuit portion areas that has greater than the threshold probability of experiencing the thermal event.
