摘要:
A ferroelectric memory having a memory cell array or a plurality of memory cell arrays, word lines, where each memory cell array includes word lines. The memory also includes a plurality of plate lines, where each memory cell array includes some of the plate lines and the word line corresponds with some of the plate lines, a bit line, a word line select circuit for selecting among the word lines, and plurality of plate line select circuits, where each of the plate line select circuit is coupled to an associated plate line.
摘要:
A ferroelectric memory has a memory cell screening test circuit connected to bit lines through switching transistors. In screening, at least one word line is selected, and data is simultaneously written in all memory cells connected to this word line. Since data is not restored after the rewrite, all FRAM cells can be screened under the same condition. By this circuit, a memory cell having a write failure according to the imprint characteristics inherent to the ferroelectric memory is screened.
摘要:
Circuitry within a ferroelectric memory prevents inversion of the polarization of ferroelectric memory cells caused by a power on reset signal to avoid corruption of data stored therein. A ferroelectric memory includes a memory cell array, a plurality of word lines commonly connected to the gates of the cell transistors in the same row, a plurality of plate lines commonly connected to the plates of the cell capacitors in the same row, a plurality of bit lines commonly connected to one end of the cell transistors in the same row, and a power on reset circuit for generating a power on reset signal of a predetermined level for a predetermined period of time after the power supply is turned on. An erroneous programming prevention circuit within the memory includes a plurality of switching transistors connected between all of the bit lines and plate lines and a plurality of nodes at a predetermined potential. The switching transistors are controlled by the power on reset signal so that they are on for a predetermined period of time.
摘要:
A nonvolatile ferroelectric memory comprises a memory cell array having memory cells arranged as a matrix array and each including a charge transfer transistor having a source or drain region connected to a bit line and a gate connected to a word line and a ferroelectric capacitor for information storage having one electrode connected to a plate line and the other electrode connected to the drain or source region of the charge transfer transistor. A first dummy line is arranged outside a bit line formed at an end of the memory cell array and second dummy bit lines are arranged between the bit line at the end of the memory cell array and the first dummy bit line. Dummy memory cells are connected to the second dummy bit line and have the same in configuration and size as the memory cells connected to the bit line.
摘要:
Circuitry within a ferroelectric memory prevents inversion of the polarization of ferroelectric memory cells caused by a power on reset signal to avoid corruption of data stored therein. A ferroelectric memory includes a memory cell array, a plurality of word lines commonly connected to the gates of the cell transistors in the same row, a plurality of plate lines commonly connected to the plates of the cell capacitors in the same row, a plurality of bit lines commonly connected to one end of the cell transistors in the same row, and a power on reset circuit for generating a power on reset signal of a predetermined level for a predetermined period of time after the power supply is turned on. An erroneous programming prevention circuit within the memory includes a plurality of switching transistors connected between all of the bit lines and plate lines and a plurality of nodes at a predetermined potential. The switching transistors are controlled by the power on reset signal so that they are on for a predetermined period of time.
摘要:
According to this invention, a well region is formed on a semiconductor substrate. An n.sup.+ -type first semiconductor region is formed in the well region, and an input pad for receiving an external signal is connected near the first semiconductor region. This input pad is connected to an input circuit of an integrated circuit constituted by an inverter circuit and to an external terminal for receiving an external signal. N.sup.+ -type second semiconductor regions are formed in the well region located on both sides of the first semiconductor region. A ground potential Vss is applied to these second semiconductor regions. A p.sup.+ -type third semiconductor region is formed around these second semiconductor regions in the well region. The ground potential is applied to the third semiconductor region. Therefore, a parallel circuit formed by a parasitic transistor and a parasitic diode is formed between the input pad and the ground potential. The parasitic transistor is turned on upon electrostatic discharge, and the parasitic diode is turned on when a negative potential for test is applied to the input pad, thereby preventing an erroneous operation of a transistor arranged on the semiconductor substrate.
摘要:
A semiconductor memory device is disclosed which comprises a regular row/column memory cell array having blocks obtained by dividing the memory cell array in the column and row directions, a first peripheral circuit irregularly provided between the blocks divided in the column direction, a second peripheral circuit provided between the blocks divided in the row direction and including a first decoder, a third peripheral circuit provided between the first peripheral circuit and the respective block and including a second decoder, and a fourth peripheral circuit provided at the marginal portion of the memory cell array and including bonding pads and input protection circuit.
摘要:
An apparatus for producing a Fresnel plate has a mold assembly comprising movable and stationary molds coupled with each other. The mold assembly includes a Fresnel forming face formed on the inside of the movable mold. Melted resin is injected into the mold assembly for forming the Fresnel plate. At least one movable slit is formed through, and arranged inside, the movable mold along a circle concentric with the Fresnel plate and in intermittent or continuous fashion. The movable slit is used for blowing compressed air toward the Fresnel plate. The slit closely surrounds the center of the Fresnel plate. Ejector pins surround the Fresnel plate outside its Fresnel forming face.
摘要:
An apparatus for producing a Fresnel plate has a mold assembly comprising movable and stationary molds coupled with each other. The mold assembly includes a Fresnel forming face formed on the inside of the movable mold. Melted resin is injected into the mold assembly for forming the Fresnel plate. At least one movable slit is formed through, and arranged inside, the movable mold along a circle concentric with the Fresnel plate and in intermittent or continuous fashion. The movable slit is used for blowing compressed air toward the Fresnel plate. The slit closely surrounds the center of the Fresnel plate. Ejector pins surround the Fresnel plate outside its Fresnel forming face.
摘要:
A single-use instant camera includes a main body, having the taking lens and the shutter mechanism. A film unit containing chamber is formed in the main body, and contains a plurality of instant the film units stacked on one another. The containing chamber is opened toward a rear and has a front wall. An exposure aperture is formed in the front wall, and receives the image-recording portion of the film units, to provide the film units with exposure to light a entered through the taking lens from an object to be photographed. A front cover is disposed in front of the main body to cover the main body. An advancing claw mechanism is disposed between the front cover and the main body, and advances an exposed one of the film units to be exited. A flash device is disposed between the front cover and the main body, and applies illuminating light to the object. A back lid is disposed behind the containing chamber, is engaged with the main body, and closes the containing chamber. A pressure plate is mounted on the back lid, and presses the film units toward the exposure aperture.