3D phase change memory with high endurance

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9972660
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15703873

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A plurality of memory cells in a 3D cross-point array with improved endurance is disclosed. Each memory cell, disposed between first and second conductors, includes a switch in series with a pillar of phase change material. The pillar has a Te-rich material at one end proximal to the second conductor, and an Sb-rich material at the other end proximal to the first conductor, wherein the current direction is from the first conductor to the second conductor.

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MACRONIX INTERNATIONAL CO LTDHSINCHU

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Brightsky, Matthew J Pound Ridge, US 45 254
Kim, Wanki White Plains, US 50 2379
Lam, Chung Hon Peekskill, US 115 3758
Lung, Hsiang-Lan Ardsley, US 320 9851

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