Sk hynix inc. (20240315022). MEMORY DEVICE AND STORAGE DEVICE simplified abstract
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MEMORY DEVICE AND STORAGE DEVICE
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Dong Hun Kwak of Gyeonggi-do (KR)
MEMORY DEVICE AND STORAGE DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240315022 titled 'MEMORY DEVICE AND STORAGE DEVICE
The memory device described in the abstract includes memory cells stacked perpendicular to a substrate, with each cell having a first sub-memory cell and a larger second sub-memory cell. The device also features sub-memory cell size information storage, a peripheral circuit for program operations, and control logic for data storage based on sub-memory cell size information.
- Memory device with stacked memory cells of varying sizes
- Sub-memory cell size information storage
- Peripheral circuit for program operations on selected cells
- Control logic for data storage based on sub-memory cell size information
Potential Applications: - High-density data storage in compact devices - Faster data access and retrieval in memory-intensive applications - Enhanced performance in computing systems requiring large memory capacities
Problems Solved: - Efficient use of space in memory devices - Improved data processing speed and efficiency - Enhanced overall system performance
Benefits: - Increased storage capacity in a smaller footprint - Faster data processing and retrieval speeds - Enhanced performance in memory-intensive applications
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Memory Devices for High-Performance Computing Systems This technology can be utilized in: - Smartphones, tablets, and other mobile devices - Data centers and servers for high-speed data processing - Artificial intelligence and machine learning systems for quick data access
Questions about Memory Device Technology: 1. How does the size of the sub-memory cells impact the overall performance of the memory device? The size of the sub-memory cells directly affects the storage capacity and data processing speed of the memory device. Larger sub-memory cells can store more data but may result in slower access times compared to smaller cells.
2. What are the potential challenges in integrating this advanced memory device technology into existing computing systems? Integrating this technology into existing systems may require hardware and software modifications to optimize performance and compatibility. Additionally, ensuring seamless communication between the memory device and other components in the system is crucial for efficient operation.
Original Abstract Submitted
according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, a memory device may include a memory cell array including memory cells stacked in a direction perpendicular to a substrate, each of the memory cells including a first sub-memory cell and a second sub-memory cell having a size larger than a size of the first sub-memory cell, a sub-memory cell information storage configured to store sub-memory cell size information on the sizes of the first sub-memory cell and the second sub-memory cell, a peripheral circuit configured to perform a program operation on a selected sub-memory cell among the memory cells, and a control logic configured to control the peripheral circuit to store data in each of the first sub-memory cell and the second sub-memory cell based on the sub-memory cell size information.
