Reference current sources

Static information storage and retrieval – Floating gate – Particular biasing

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C365S185210, C365S210100

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08068367

ABSTRACT:
Systems, methods, and devices are disclosed, including an electronic device that includes a first data location, a quantizing circuit, and a reference current source, all coupled to an electrical conductor. The reference current source may include a current mirror with a side coupled to the electrical conductor and a second data location coupled to another side of the current mirror.

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