Method and system for flash memory devices

Details Method and system for flash memory devices Method and system for flash memory devices

2006-04-20

2008-10-21

Auduong, Gene N. (Department: 2827)

Static information storage and retrieval

Floating gate

Particular connection

C365S185180, C365S185220

Reexamination Certificate

active

07440322

ABSTRACT:
Method and system for memory devices is provided. The system includes a plurality of non-volatile storage elements connected in a string between a source side element and a drain side element; a plurality of bit lines, wherein each bit line is connected to a plurality of non-volatile storage elements; and a plurality of word lines, the plurality of word lines include a dummy word line between a source side select element and a first word line that is connected to a first non-volatile storage element to be programmed, wherein a program voltage is applied to the first non-volatile storage element connected to the first word line and an intermediate voltage is applied to a second non-volatile storage element connected to the dummy word line.

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