Analysis of phase distribution in phase-change nonvolatile memories

D Ielmini, AL Lacaita, A Pirovano… - IEEE Electron Device …, 2004 - ieeexplore.ieee.org
IEEE Electron Device Letters, 2004ieeexplore.ieee.org
The phase transformation in chalcogenide-based nonvolatile memories is studied by cell
electrical characterization. The cell state (amorphous, crystalline, or mixed) is changed by
applying electrical pulses, then the cell resistance R and the current-voltage characteristics
are measured. From the analysis of the electrical parameters of the cell, we provide
evidence for a stacked-like phase distribution in the active layer. Results are discussed with
reference to the thermal profile during the program pulse in the chalcogenide layer.
The phase transformation in chalcogenide-based nonvolatile memories is studied by cell electrical characterization. The cell state (amorphous, crystalline, or mixed) is changed by applying electrical pulses, then the cell resistance R and the current-voltage characteristics are measured. From the analysis of the electrical parameters of the cell, we provide evidence for a stacked-like phase distribution in the active layer. Results are discussed with reference to the thermal profile during the program pulse in the chalcogenide layer.
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