Taiwan semiconductor manufacturing company, ltd. (20240341092). READ-ONLY MEMORY DEVICE AND METHOD simplified abstract

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READ-ONLY MEMORY DEVICE AND METHOD

Organization Name

taiwan semiconductor manufacturing company, ltd.

Inventor(s)

Ku-Feng Lin of Hsinchu (TW)

READ-ONLY MEMORY DEVICE AND METHOD - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240341092 titled 'READ-ONLY MEMORY DEVICE AND METHOD

The abstract describes a read-only memory (ROM) device that includes a complementary field effect transistor (CFET) device with two different types of semiconductor devices.

  • The CFET device consists of a first semiconductor device of a first type and a second semiconductor device of a second type, which is different from the first type.
  • The second semiconductor device is positioned over or under the first semiconductor device.
  • A first word line is connected to the gate of the first semiconductor device, while a second word line is connected to the gate of the second semiconductor device.
  • At least one bit line is connected to either the first source/drain of the first semiconductor device or the first source/drain of the second semiconductor device.

Potential Applications: - This technology can be used in various electronic devices requiring ROM for storing data securely. - It can be applied in embedded systems, IoT devices, and consumer electronics.

Problems Solved: - Provides a secure and reliable method of storing data in ROM devices. - Offers a compact and efficient solution for data storage in electronic devices.

Benefits: - Enhanced data security and reliability. - Compact design for space-saving in electronic devices. - Efficient data storage and retrieval.

Commercial Applications: Title: Secure Data Storage Solutions for Electronic Devices This technology can be commercialized for use in smartphones, tablets, smartwatches, and other electronic devices requiring secure data storage. The market implications include improved data security, reliability, and efficiency in electronic devices.

Questions about ROM Technology: 1. How does the CFET device in the ROM device enhance data security?

  - The CFET device with two different types of semiconductor devices provides a secure method of storing data by utilizing complementary properties of the devices.

2. What are the potential commercial applications of ROM devices with CFET technology?

  - ROM devices with CFET technology can be used in various electronic devices such as smartphones, tablets, and IoT devices for secure data storage.


Original Abstract Submitted

a read-only memory (rom) device includes a complementary field effect transistor (cfet) device which has a first semiconductor device of a first type, and a second semiconductor device of a second type different from the first type. the second semiconductor device is over or under the first semiconductor device. a first word line is electrically coupled to a gate of the first semiconductor device. a second word line is electrically coupled to a gate of the second semiconductor device. at least one bit line is electrically coupled to at least one of a first source/drain of the first semiconductor device, or a first source/drain of the second semiconductor device.