Method for forming a flash memory device with straight word...

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C438S258000, C438S286000, C257S202000, C257S296000

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07851306

ABSTRACT:
Embodiments of the present invention disclose a memory device having an array of flash memory cells with source contacts that facilitate straight word lines, and a method for producing the same. The array is comprised of a plurality of non-intersecting shallow trench isolation (STI) regions that isolate a plurality of memory cell columns. A source column is implanted with n-type dopants after the formation of a tunnel oxide layer and a first polysilicon layer. The implanted source column is coupled to a plurality of common source lines that are coupled to a plurality of source regions associated with memory cells in the array. A source contact is coupled to the implanted source column for providing electrical coupling with the plurality of source regions. The source contact is collinear with a row of drain contacts that are coupled to drain regions associated with a row of memory cells. The arrangement of source contacts collinear with the row of drain contacts allows for straight word line formation.

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