Non-linear conductor memory

Details Non-linear conductor memory Non-linear conductor memory

2007-10-29

2010-10-12

Pham, Ly D (Department: 2827)

Static information storage and retrieval

Read only systems

Semiconductive

C365S148000, C365S163000, C365S225700

Reexamination Certificate

active

07813157

ABSTRACT:
A high-speed, low-power memory device comprises an array of non-linear conductors wherein the storage, address decoding, and output detection are all accomplished with diodes or other non-linear conductors. In various embodiments, the row and column resistors are switchable between a high resistance when connected to a row or column that is non-selected, and a low resistance when connected to the selected row and column.

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