Abstract:
A phase change memory (PCM) cell with a heating element electrically isolated from laterally surrounding regions of the PCM cell by a cavity is provided. A dielectric region is arranged between first and second conductors. A heating plug is arranged within a hole extending through the dielectric region to the first conductor. The heating plug includes a heating element running along sidewalls of the hole, and includes a sidewall structure including a cavity arranged between the heating element and the sidewalls. A phase change element is in thermal communication with the heating plug and arranged between the heating plug and the second conductor. Also provide is a method for manufacturing the PCM cell.
Abstract:
A phase change memory (PCM) cell with a heating element electrically isolated from laterally surrounding regions of the PCM cell by a cavity is provided. A dielectric region is arranged between first and second conductors. A heating plug is arranged within a hole extending through the dielectric region to the first conductor. The heating plug includes a heating element running along sidewalls of the hole, and includes a sidewall structure including a cavity arranged between the heating element and the sidewalls. A phase change element is in thermal communication with the heating plug and arranged between the heating plug and the second conductor. Also provide is a method for manufacturing the PCM cell.