MRAM data line configuration and method of operation

Details MRAM data line configuration and method of operation MRAM data line configuration and method of operation

2005-03-01

2005-03-01

Elms, Richard (Department: 2824)

Static information storage and retrieval

Systems using particular element

Magnetic thin film

C365S158000, C365S104000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06862215

ABSTRACT:
A memory array including a conductive line adapted to simultaneously conduct current in at least two distinct directions relative and adjacent to a magnetic junction is provided. In some embodiments, one of the distinct directions may be substantially aligned with an elongated dimension of the magnetic junction, while another of the distinct directions may be substantially aligned with a shortened dimension of the magnetic junction. In yet other embodiments, at least one of the distinct directions may be aligned at an angle between approximately 0 degrees and approximately 90 degrees relative to an elongated dimension of the magnetic junction. In either case, a memory array is provided which includes a contiguous conductive line having a first portion arranged above a magnetic junction of the memory array and a second portion arranged below the magnetic junction. In addition, a method for operating such a magnetic memory array is provided.

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