Analog interface for a flash memory die

Details Analog interface for a flash memory die Analog interface for a flash memory die

2011-03-22

2011-03-22

Elms, Richard (Department: 2824)

Static information storage and retrieval

Floating gate

Multiple values

C365S185080, C365S185090, C365S185210

Reexamination Certificate

active

07911834

ABSTRACT:
A flash disk controller includes an input operable to receive analog signals from a flash memory die. The flash memory die includes multiple flash memory cells. The analog signals represent data values stored in the flash memory cells. An analog-to-digital conversion module is coupled to the input to convert received analog signals into digital data. A control module selects memory cells from which the input receives analog signals.

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