GSI Technology, Inc.
Self correcting memory device

Abstract:

A self-correcting memory device (SCMD) includes a non-destructive memory array that includes memory cells arranged in rows and columns that includes a storage section, a comparison section, a comparing element, a selective write unit and a row decoder. The storage section stores a first copy, a second copy and a third copy of a data item in physically separated columns. The comparison section temporarily stores the first copy in a first row and the second copy in a second row. The comparing element compares between bits of the first and second rows and provides at least one per bit change indication. The selective write unit receives at least one per bit change indication and fetches from the third copy a correct value for each bit having a positive bit change indication. The row decoder concurrently writes each correct value back to its bit location in the first and second copies.