Micron technology, inc. (20240282385). ON-DIE CAPACITOR BANKS simplified abstract
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ON-DIE CAPACITOR BANKS
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Inventor(s)
Mohammed A. Khan of Boise ID (US)
Michael Wagner of Boise ID (US)
ON-DIE CAPACITOR BANKS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240282385 titled 'ON-DIE CAPACITOR BANKS
The method described in the abstract involves dividing an on-die capacitor of a memory device into multiple capacitor banks, charging these banks sequentially during initialization, detecting when the supply voltage falls below a certain threshold, and discharging the capacitor banks sequentially to power the memory device in response to this detection.
- The on-die capacitor of a memory device is divided into multiple capacitor banks.
- These capacitor banks are charged sequentially during the initialization process.
- The method includes determining when the supply voltage for the memory device drops below a threshold voltage.
- In response to this detection, the capacitor banks are discharged sequentially to provide power to the memory device.
Potential Applications: - This technology can be applied in various memory devices to ensure continuous power supply. - It can be useful in devices where power fluctuations are common.
Problems Solved: - Ensures uninterrupted power supply to memory devices. - Helps in maintaining the stability of the memory device during power fluctuations.
Benefits: - Improved reliability of memory devices. - Enhanced performance during power fluctuations.
Commercial Applications: Title: Power Management System for Memory Devices This technology can be utilized in various commercial applications such as smartphones, laptops, and other electronic devices where stable power supply is crucial for optimal performance.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does this method improve the reliability of memory devices during power fluctuations? - This method ensures that memory devices receive continuous power even when the supply voltage drops below a certain threshold, thus preventing data loss or system crashes. 2. What are the potential implications of using this technology in smartphones and laptops? - By implementing this technology in smartphones and laptops, manufacturers can enhance the overall performance and reliability of these devices, especially during power fluctuations.
Original Abstract Submitted
a method includes dividing an on-die capacitor of a memory device into a plurality of capacitor banks, charging the plurality of capacitor banks sequentially during an initialization of the memory device, determining a supply voltage for the memory device is below a threshold voltage, and discharging the plurality of capacitor banks sequentially to provide power to the memory device in response to determining the supply voltage is below the threshold voltage.
