Title :
A new embedded NVM technology for low-power, high temperature, rad-hard applications
Author :
Beunder, Mike A. ; van Kampen, Rob ; Lacey, Damian ; Renault, Michael ; Smith, Charles G.
Author_Institution :
Cavendish Kinetics, Hertogenbosch
Abstract :
A new non-volatile memory technology, Nanomechtrade, for embedded applications is described. The technology is based on the use of a cantilever device for one-time as well as multi-time programmable storage functions. The device is sub-micron, is integrated into standard CMOS and is programmed electro-statically (ultra low-power). It is, due to its mechanical character, insensitive to radiation and high-temperature. In addition, the device is programmable at native voltage level making it highly efficient for embedded storage
Keywords :
CMOS memory circuits; cantilevers; low-power electronics; programmable circuits; radiation hardening (electronics); random-access storage; Nanomech; cantilever device; embedded NVM technology; embedded storage; multitime programmable storage functions; nonvolatile memory; rad-hard applications; standard CMOS; CMOS process; CMOS technology; Contamination; Kinetic theory; Nanoscale devices; Nonvolatile memory; Phase change materials; Radiation hardening; Temperature sensors; Voltage;
Conference_Titel :
Non-Volatile Memory Technology Symposium, 2005
Conference_Location :
Dallas, TX
Print_ISBN :
0-7803-9408-9
DOI :
10.1109/NVMT.2005.1541401
